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HomeDaily NewsTuesday, June 17, 2025Technology and Media Trends
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Research suggests social media is now the main news source in the US while WhatsApp plans to increase adverts.

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Tuesday 4:16 PMCapital Business

Social media now main source of news in US, research suggests

Social media now main source of news in US, research suggests

The rise of social media as a primary news source in the US has surpassed traditional media, with 54% of people getting news from platforms like Facebook, X, and YouTube, as reported by the Reuters Institute.

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The rise of social media as a primary news source in the US has surpassed traditional media, with 54% of people getting news from platforms like Facebook, X, and YouTube, as reported by the Reuters Institute.

  • 54% of people access news via social media networks, compared to 50% from TV and 48% from news sites.
  • Podcaster Joe Rogan is the most recognized personality, with 22% of the population encountering his content weekly.
  • Usage of X for news is increasing, particularly among right-leaning audiences following Elon Musk's takeover.
Monday 10:20 PMCapital BusinessFirst

WhatsApp to start showing more adverts in messaging app

WhatsApp to start showing more adverts in messaging app

WhatsApp is set to introduce three new ad features globally, enhancing its revenue potential while keeping user messaging private.

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WhatsApp is set to introduce three new ad features globally, enhancing its revenue potential while keeping user messaging private.

  • 1.5 billion users worldwide
  • Led by Will Cathcart, WhatsApp CEO
  • New ads will utilize location and user engagement while maintaining message encryption; a separate Updates tab will host these ads
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