Snapchat merges Discover and Live Stories to give publishers a boost
Snapchat has redesigned its ‘Discover’ section, merging it with ‘LIve Stories’ to make it easier for media partners, such as BuzzFeed and Red Bull, to share content online.
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Euro 2016 website review: Learning from FIFA’s mistakes (but some mobile misteps)
Football fans on the move could be set for frustration, waiting three times longer for UEFA mobile site compared to desktop, according to a ‘fitness test’ review from a digital performance firm.
Getting personal: how BYOD is influencing the passenger experience [INFOGRAPHIC]
The digital traveller prefers their own devices for a more connected inflight experience and are increasingly switching to use of their own devices during flights, according to new research.
Mobile ad blocking rises to 22% across world
The World Advertising Federation (WFA) called for the industry to take more responsibility against mobile ad blocking, as a new report reveals that 22% of mobile users are employing some form of filtering software.
Top tips: A guide to implementing custom apps to meet business needs
Many firms have turned to apps to reduce inefficiencies, with off-the-shelf apps being the favourable option. However, apps of this type tend to be generic in order to appeal to a wide audience. Andrew LeCates, Director, Solutions Consulting, FileMaker, Inc, argues why custom apps could be the answer for their business.
Facebook forces Android users to download Messenger app
Facebook has instructed all Android users to download its Messenger app, ending support for the service from directly within the social network’s own website.
UberEATS comes to UK to take on Deliveroo
Uber is planning to expand its takeaway deliver service to the UK after launching in 16 other cities around the world, according to a news report.
Half of 16-24s in US now use Snapchat
Nearly half (47%) of 16-24s in the USA are snapchatting, while youngsters in the UK, Ireland and Belgium also flocking to the chat app, according to new research.
Menu Next Door gets $2m funding boost as ‘Airbnb for food’
European startup Menu Next Door has secured $2 million round of funding from Index Ventures, Local Globe, Kima Ventures, and TheFamily to expand its novel approach to food delivery.
Women lead men for time spent on mobile internet
Women are more likely than men to use the internet on their mobile phones, with social media, retail and games showing the biggest differences in engagement across genders, according to a new report.