Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 07/01 – Instagram Is “No Longer A Photo-Sharing App”
Jul 1, 2021
Instagram is shifting towards video, aiming to compete with TikTok, which is now offering longer videos. Amazon is seeking the recusal of FTC Chair Lina Khan due to past criticisms. In legal news, Maine enacted a facial recognition ban in schools, enhancing accountability. The EU's digital vaccine passport raises privacy concerns for travelers. Additionally, Tim Berners-Lee's NFT sale for $5.4 million highlights the digital assets boom, while SpaceX's Starlink expands access to faster internet, though it may come with caveats.
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Instagram's Pivot to Video
- Instagram is no longer primarily a photo-sharing app, according to Adam Mosseri.
- It's shifting towards full-screen, immersive video content to compete with TikTok and YouTube.
TikTok Extends Video Length
- TikTok is increasing its maximum video length from one minute to three minutes.
- This could impact its algorithm and potentially lead to longer videos being favored.
Florida Social Media Law Blocked
- A federal judge blocked Florida's "Stop Social Media Censorship Act."
- The law, violating tech companies' free speech rights, was deemed unconstitutional.