Social media news roundup 16th October – Spook-tacular tools from TikTok, AI holiday magic from Meta, and more

userby Hannah McKernon

🌊 Plunge into the digital deep with us 🌊

As the currents of the social media ocean ebb and flow, platforms are diving deeper to enhance their offerings.

Here at Maybe*, we're your seasoned divers, exploring the depths for the latest social media treasures, ingenious strategies, and pioneering trends. 🤿🌟

This week, you can now boost your Google My Business profile by adding social media links, Meta is ramping up Reels ads with exciting features and AI magic for the holidays, Threads users can finally edit their posts, TikTok is getting into the Halloween spirit with spooky effects and hashtags, Threads is developing in-stream messaging, and YouTube creators can rejoice with the YouTube Creator App for mobile video editing. Ready to dive in? Let's go. 🌐🔍

  • 🌐 Unlock More Visibility on Google My Business:

Great news for businesses worldwide 🎉 You can now jazz up your Google My Business (GMB) profile with your social media links! 📱👍 Previously, only a select few had this privilege, but guess what? The options have EXPANDED 🌍 Read all about it straight from the horse's mouth at Google.

  • 🔥 Meta's Reels Ads Are on Fire:

Get ready for a reel-y good time with Meta's latest announcement  📣 They've supercharged Reels ads with exciting features like text, templates, music optimisations, and creative tips to take your ad game to the next level. 💥 Plus, they're bringing the magic of AI to make your holiday season ads shine 🎄 Don't miss out on this reel deal. Check it out here.

  • 📝 Edit Your Posts Like a Pro with Threads:

Calling all Threads users! 📢 Your most-wished-for feature is here. The option to edit your posts for up to five minutes after hitting that "publish" button is rolling out. Polish those posts to perfection peeps. ✍️✨ Tap here for the scoop.

  • 🎃 TikTok Gets Spook-tacular for Halloween:

Hold onto your broomsticks, folks! 🧙‍♀️ TikTok is turning up the Halloween heat with spine-tingling effects and ghoulish hashtags. 🕷️🕸️👻 Embrace the spooky spirit and check them out if you dare. 

  • 📩 Threads is bringing the chat to you:

The Threads team at Meta is levelling up! 📈 Despite initial hesitation, they're cooking up an in-stream DM option, so you can chat away with friends right inside the app 📲💬👥🚀 Catch up with the latest deets by tapping here. 

  • 🎥 YouTube Creator App: Your Pocket Studio:

Attention all creators! YouTube has a gift for you - the YouTube Creator App! 🎁📱 Currently in beta, it's your one-stop-shop for editing Shorts and videos on your phone. 📹✂️ Get ready to add clips, trim, create transitions, and unleash your creativity with music, voiceovers, effects, and more! 🎶🎙️ Find out all about it here.

Just as you're surfacing for air after this whirlwind dive into the depths of social updates, hold onto your oxygen tanks because there's a whole treasure trove of sizzling scoops and spicy stories waiting to be discovered in next week's expedition 🌊🍿💥

Whether you're exploring the mysterious depths of X or unearthing hidden Insta secrets, Maybe* is your trusted dive buddy in this wild social media ocean. 🤿🌍💡 

Have a burning question or need a clever tip? Just give that button in Maybe* a gentle nudge – we're on call 24/7. 🚀

So, until our next thrilling underwater adventure... dive in, stay submerged and keep exploring the digital deep.

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