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A weekly newsletter about all things social media by Nuelink

Hey there, and welcome to this week’s Nuesletter! Let’s dive into the biggest social media news you need to know!?

?? Bluesky Hits 20M Users!

The X competitor is on a roll, gaining momentum as users leave Elon Musk's app. Bluesky’s rapid growth is closing the gap with Instagram Threads in daily active users and website visits. A major milestone for decentralized social networking.

?? Threads Introduces Custom Feeds

Threads is testing feeds tailored to specific topics and profiles, helping users discover communities and conversations they care about. Plus, updates to its algorithm mean you’ll see more from people you follow and less from random accounts.??

?? Instagram’s Recommendation Reset

Instagram is testing a “reset recommendations” feature that retrains the app’s algorithm to match your current interests. You will be able to reset your feed, Explore page, and Reels based on what you engage with now.??

?? Story Highlights Revamp on IG

Instagram is moving your Story highlights into their own profile tab! The update is rolling out this week, though their new placement in the grid remains a mystery. Stay tuned for more profile changes.??

?? TikTok Ban Looms in the U.S.

TikTok faces a potential U.S. ban by Jan. 19, hinging on political and legal battles. With a tight deadline and uncertainty around the new administration, the platform’s future is in limbo.??

?? YouTube Launches “Hype” Program

Supporting emerging creators, YouTube’s “Hype” initiative provides featured placements and exposure. The program is starting small but plans to expand based on feedback.?

?? Google Faces DOJ Antitrust Action?

A U.S. ruling could force Google to sell Chrome and restructure Android operations. If approved, this would be the biggest antitrust move in decades. A landmark moment for the tech world.?

Keep on reading for the latest trends and, of course, our meme of the week!?

You can now catch up on social media news and the latest marketing strategies weekly with the Nuelink team.

Read Our Blog Posts for This Week ??

• Best Times to Post on Social Media in 2024: The Ultimate Guide.
• Top SaaS Black Friday Deals of 2024 You Don’t Want to Miss!

Create Content ??

Holidays ??

Nov 25

• International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
• Shopping Reminder Day.

Nov 26

• International Cake Day.
• World Lewis Day.

Nov 27

• Turtle Adoption Day.
• Pins and Needles Day.

Nov 28

• Thanksgiving.
• Red Planet Day.

Nov 29

• Black Friday.
• International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.
• Systems Engineer Day.

Nov 30

• Small Business Saturday.
• Computer Security Day.

Dec 1

• Cyber Safety Sunday.
• Rosa Parks Day.
• Prisoners for Peace Day.

Trends ??

• ?The “I’m Not Doing This Anymore” Trend: Creators are using this sound to highlight their daily struggles, fully aware they'll face them all over again tomorrow.

https://www.tiktok.com/@kaylamarie0509/video/7437523681754172718?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7342441430222767621

• The “Do You Know Them” Trend: Use this sound to humorously act like you don't know someone, whether they embarrassed you or you just don't vibe with them.

https://www.tiktok.com/@_jahnny/video/7439505338212044062?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7342441430222767621

• The “I’m Really Excited” Trend: Use this sound to share your excitement about something, only for it to have a disappointing or predictable end.?

https://www.tiktok.com/@cassiesbooktok/video/7439487980185734455?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7342441430222767621

• The “La La La” Trend: This trending sound is taking over TikTok! It's versatile and perfect for promoting your business across all types of content.

https://www.tiktok.com/@sweet_yup_sweet/video/7432145447545867538?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7342441430222767621

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Memes ??

• The “I Like My Sootcase” Meme: This trending TikTok sound, featuring a young Barron Trump, has become a viral meme. People are playfully referencing his Eastern European accent, jokingly misspelling "suitcase" as "sootcase." The sound has turned into an earworm, with many unable to stop repeating it throughout the day.

https://www.tiktok.com/@alexandra_duran_/video/7439193559674129695

Read about Social Media News ??

TikTok ????

• TikTok May Soon Enable Creators to Build AI Bots in Their Likeness.
• As the 2025 TikTok ban deadline looms, here's what we know.

Instagram ??

• Instagram Makes It Easier To Remove Inactive Profiles From Your Audience.
• Instagram Is Removing the Option To Follow Hashtags.
• Instagram Moves Stories Highlights to Their Own Tab.
• Instagram rolls out option to reset recommendation algorithm and clear old content.

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• X Adds ‘Pinch to Zoom’ for Video.
• Elon Musk's X wins the attention war in America.
• Elon Musk's X suing Amazon-owned Twitch for not advertising on the platform.
• X Shares Holiday Shopping Engagement Stats.

Google ??

• Google Lens will now help you decide what to buy in-store.
• DOJ says Google must sell Chrome to crack open its search monopoly.

YouTube ??

• YouTube Launches the First Stage of Its ‘Hype’ Creator Amplification Option.
• YouTube Shorts’ Dream Screen feature can now generate AI video backgrounds.

Facebook ??

• Facebook To Remove the Option To Allow Public Followers on Personal Profiles.
• Messenger video calls will look and sound better — and add AI backgrounds.

LinkedIn ????

• LinkedIn Shares More Tips on Maximizing Video Content Performance.
• LinkedIn Shares Insights into Marketing Job Trends.
• LinkedIn Adds More AI Assistance Tools to Sales Navigator.

Pinterest ??

• Pinterest introduces celebrity gift guides, shoppable wishlists.
• Pinterest Launches Holiday Campaign Hub.

Snapchat ??

• Snapchat Announces First ‘Sponsored Snap’ Campaign.

Bluesky ????

• Bluesky says it won’t train AI on your posts.
• Here’s some cool stuff you can do with Bluesky.
• Bluesky tops 20M users, narrowing gap with Instagram Threads.

Threads ??

• Threads is testing custom feeds for your favorite topics.
• Threads adjusts its algorithm to show you more content from accounts you follow.

Mastodon ??

• Mastodon sees a boost from the ‘X exodus,’ too, founder says.

Hot SaaS Tools on the Market ????

• Nuelink: Plans, automates, schedules, cross-posts, and manages your social media platforms and content for you.
• Rev.com: A transcription and captioning service for videos, podcasts, and meetings, offering fast, high-accuracy transcriptions.
• Outfunnel: A sales automation platform that integrates with email and CRM systems to automatically track and convert email leads into sales opportunities.
• Beehiiv: A newsletter creation platform offering flexible templates, audience management, and analytics.

Our Two Cents on Social Media Marketing ??♂?

• Make your content inclusive by adding alt text to images and captions to videos for better accessibility. Using camel case in hashtags also improves readability for everyone.
• Don’t limit your activity to peak times, engaging with your audience during quieter hours can help you stand out. Reply to comments or start conversations when competition for attention is lower.
• Collaborate with micro-influencers who have smaller but highly engaged audiences. Their authentic connections often lead to higher trust and better results than big-name influencers.
• As usual, use Nuelink to keep your social media marketing plan running without investing much time and resources with its automation and scheduling features.

I hope you enjoyed this week's Nuesletter by Nuelink. Stay tuned for the latest news, tips, and more!

See you next week!