David Cohen
David Cohen is editor of Adweek's Social Pro Daily. He has been covering Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat and the digital industry as a whole since 2009. He previously served as editor of AllFacebook and SocialTimes. David graduated from New York University with a degree in journalism and previously held positions with Broadcasting and Cable and Multichannel News.
Facebook Teams Up With BBB on ‘Shop Safe, Shop Smart’ Campaign
Digital
Facebook is preparing for the expected explosion in online shopping this holiday season, teaming up with the Better Business Bureau on the “Shop Safe, Shop Smart” campaign to help educate [...]
TikTok to Warn Users Before They View Potentially Photosensitive Content
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The video creation platform is working with epilepsy organizations across the globe.
Twitter Reveals Plans to Bring Back Verification Applications in Early 2021
The social network is seeking input from users and nongovernmental organizations.
Twitter Begins Showing Prompt Before Users Like Tweets Containing Disputed Information
The process is similar to last month’s actions prior to quote tweeting misinformation.
Snapchatters Can Scan Ralph Lauren’s Polo Pony Logo Off Apparel
The two companies entered into a long-term innovative fashion partnership in August.
Gap Kicks Off #ShareTheGapDream TikTok Challenge
$10 for every video through Dec. 31, up to $50,000, will go to Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
Facebook Backs Its Season of Giving Initiative With On-Platform Video Campaign
The social network debuted four spots Monday.
LinkedIn Provides a Peek at the Inner Workings of Its Ads Auction Process
Programmatic
The professional network said relevancy to members is a key factor in whether they are shown ads.
Teen Queen: 16-Year-Old Charli D’Amelio Tops 100 Million Followers on TikTok
She reached the milestone in less than 18 months.
Twitter Addresses Some Concerns About Its Fleets Disappearing Tweets Feature
The social network corrected a backlog in its backend system that let URLs remain accessible after 24 hours.
Wyclef Jean Chimes In on Google’s #BlackOwnedFriday Efforts
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The tech giant is working with U.S. Black Chambers, BBH New York.
Snapchat Looks to Shine the Spotlight on Some of the 4 Billion Snaps It Sees Daily
The new destination will feature user-generated content and reward the most viewed with a slice of $1 million per day, through year-end.
Facebook Kicks Off Season of Giving With New Drives Feature in US
Digital
The company will match up to $7 million in eligible donations to U.S. nonprofits via its platform on #GivingTuesday,
Facebook’s Bug Bounty Program Nears Its 10th Birthday
Over 130,000 reports have been submitted to date, including roughly 17,000 in 2020.
Chipotle, The Farmlink Project Team Up to Get Meals to Food Banks
Digital
They are boosting awareness with 1,000 burrito codes for every 1,000 new followers of the nonprofit’s Instagram page.