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.

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