Social Media stories - Page 21

Over 3.9 billion people now use social media, with COVID-19 lockdowns contributing to the rise in usage, according to a report by Hootsuite and We Are Social.

As home-working more than ever exhausts us digitally, maintaining a disciplined routine and actively switching off are key to avoiding screen fatigue.

Hootsuite is offering free access to its pro plan for non-profits and small businesses until 1 July 2020 amid the COVID-19 crisis.

Businesses must adopt integrated app strategies to directly and authentically engage customers through mobile, warns Soprano Design's Matt Thompson.

Feeling down online? Pedigree's new app encourages Kiwis to share pet pics to combat social media negativity and improve mental health.

TikTok has surged past 40 million daily active users, with new research revealing a majority of usage on Android and significant growth in the US market.

Jobseekers must take calculated risks, avoid raising salary talks too early, and highlight transferrable skills in 2020, says recruitment firm Hays.

How do you make enough noise to let people know who you are, but also build an authentic community and open lines of communication with your audience?.

More than 6.6 billion images are uploaded to the internet every day, but for those who are blind or have low vision, it can be a massively limited experience.

Organisations now face an even wider risk landscape, as they seek to tackle emerging digital threats and deal with complex reputational and regulatory issues.

A Finnish church group crowdsources a new 'I forgive you' emoji, aiming to add it to Unicode's official list to promote forgiveness and peace globally.

Kaspersky's Global Privacy Report 2018 reveals that 39.2% of users trade private data for increased safety, with many freely sharing social media details.

Facebook launches its Dating feature in 20 countries, aiming to rival Tinder by fostering meaningful relationships through shared interests.

Tech companies risk missing out on hiring top Generation Z talent if they don't adapt their recruitment strategies, according to Mesmet.

Neighbourly, the New Zealand community website owned by Stuff, has welcomed its 750,000th member since its launch in 2014.

A Kiwi-British couple will drive 18,000 km in a 0.6L smart car to raise awareness for mental health, aiming to raise USD $10,000 for the charity I AM HOPE.

According to Hays latest Salary Guide, soft skills could be the differentiator between a successful or failed job search.

Twitter has begun to rollout a refreshed and updated version of its website, as it looks to give users a more personalised experience.

New Zealand fund managers are taking responsible investment to new heights, accounting for more than 70% of total assets under management.

Brand accountability and embracing nostalgia are key factors in modern consumer behaviour, according to a study by UM.