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TikTok Rolls Out Voice Notes & Media Sharing in DMs

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TikTok is stepping up its direct messaging game with new features like voice notes and the ability to share up to nine photos or videos in chats. The update makes TikTok’s messaging feel more like WhatsApp or Instagram, while giving Gen Z a new way to connect beyond just sharing videos.

Key Takeaway:
With voice notes up to 60 seconds and safer media sharing options, TikTok aims to be more than just an entertainment app — it wants to become a regular communication hub for its users.

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Meta Just Rolled Out an AI-powered Voice Translation Feature for Reels

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Meta just rolled out an AI-powered voice translation feature for Instagram and Facebook Reels. It lets creators easily dub their videos into English or Spanish, matching their lip movements for a natural look. This means creators can reach new fans worldwide without language barriers. The tool is live for public accounts with 1,000+ followers, but not everywhere yet—some countries and U.S. states are missing out for now. Creators can preview translations and check how each language performs. Just face the camera and speak clearly for the best results. This could change how content travels across the globe.

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Pinterest CEO: Agentic Shopping Is Not Here Yet

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Pinterest CEO Bill Ready addressed investor concerns about AI’s role in shopping, clarifying that true agentic shopping—where AI buys for users—is still a distant reality. While Pinterest leverages AI for recommendations, personalization, and visual searches, Ready views the platform as an AI-enabled assistant, not a fully autonomous agent. He highlighted efforts to ensure AI is “used for good,” tuning algorithms for positivity and responsible usage. Not discussed were recent user complaints about AI-generated content and moderation issues. Despite beating revenue estimates, Pinterest’s stock fell due to earnings per share missing analyst forecasts. Gen Z and male user growth were strong.

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