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Uber Eats launches a TikTok-like video feed to boost discovery

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Uber Eats is testing a new short-form video feed feature in select cities. Similar to TikTok, the feed aims to help restaurants showcase their dishes and enable customers to discover new options. The videos, visible in carousels on the app's home screen, provide a virtual "restaurant experience" by showing food preparation and enticing visuals. Uber Eats hopes the new feature will encourage users to try new dishes and support restaurants. Additionally, the company has revamped the Uber Eats Manager software and plans to launch a new app for restaurant managers this summer. Currently, Uber Eats has over one million merchants worldwide.

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LinkedIn is experimenting with a TikTok-like video feed in its app

TechCrunch · 1y ago

LinkedIn is experimenting with a TikTok-like video feed in its app

LinkedIn is testing a new short-form video feed that resembles TikTok. The feed, located in a new "Video" tab in the navigation bar, features vertical, swipeable videos focused on careers and professionalism. Users can like, comment, and share videos. LinkedIn aims to boost engagement and discovery by providing bite-sized content. While video has become a desired format on the platform, the feature is currently in early testing and not universally available. The move allows creators to share professional advice and reach a wider audience. Some users may feel overwhelmed by the influx of short-form video feeds.

Twitch starts testing TikTok-like clips feed

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2y ago

Twitch starts testing TikTok-like clips feed

Twitch is testing its Discovery feed, introduced last month, by rolling out the feature to select users. The feed includes Feature Clips to aid discovery and gather user feedback to train the algorithm. The streaming platform is also experimenting with different clip orientations, starting with horizontal and evolving to vertical. Twitch aims to offer personalized Clips and is planning to launch the Partner Plus program, offering a 70% share on net subscription revenue from October 1. The Discovery feed is likened to a TikTok-like scrollable feed showcasing user-generated Clips.

Bluesky launches custom feed for TikTok-style vertical videos

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

Bluesky launches custom feed for TikTok-style vertical videos

Bluesky has launched a custom feed for TikTok-style vertical videos within its mobile app, aligning with the trend among social platforms towards video content. Users can access and pin these custom video feeds through the app's explore tab. This move comes as TikTok faces service disruptions in some regions, offering Bluesky an opportunity to grow its user base, which recently surpassed 28 million. Other platforms like X and Meta are also enhancing their video offerings amidst TikTok's challenges.

SoundCloud's TikTok-styled discovery feed is rolling out to everyone

TechCrunch · 1y ago

SoundCloud's TikTok-styled discovery feed is rolling out to everyone

SoundCloud is launching a TikTok-style discovery feed featuring vertical scrolling and short song clips. The feed lets users listen to a 30-second preview of a song before deciding to listen to the full track. Artists can choose highlights, but SoundCloud's AI, powered by Musiio, can also automatically select the best 30 seconds of a song. The update includes shortcut buttons for playlist management and liking tracks. This move follows similar features introduced by Spotify and TikTok Music, enhancing music discovery on the platform, which hosts over 320 million tracks from 40 million creators.

Instacart partners with Uber Eats to offer restaurant deliveries

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Instacart partners with Uber Eats to offer restaurant deliveries

Instacart has announced a partnership with Uber Eats to offer restaurant delivery to its customers. The collaboration will allow Instacart shoppers to access restaurant orders within the app, which will then be delivered by Uber Eats drivers. Instacart Plus members will receive free restaurant delivery for orders over $35, while regular members will be charged Uber Eats delivery fees. The deal aims to provide more benefits to Instacart customers and increase Uber Eats' reach, particularly in suburban areas where Instacart has a strong user base.

Instagram launches new feature Blend to help users discover Reels with friends

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Instagram launches new feature Blend to help users discover Reels with friends

Instagram has introduced Blend, a feature allowing users to share a Reels feed with friends via direct messaging. This interactive feature aims to enhance social content discovery, encouraging user-to-user connections instead of creator-led interactions. By tapping a new DM icon, users can start a Blend, which refreshes daily. Participants can view and react to Reels, fostering engagement. Blend also gives Instagram a competitive advantage over TikTok. Meanwhile, Instagram’s parent company, Meta, is facing significant antitrust challenges.

TikTok launches 'TikTok for Artists,' a new music insights platform | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 2m ago

TikTok launches 'TikTok for Artists,' a new music insights platform | TechCrunch

TikTok has launched "TikTok for Artists," a music insights platform aimed at helping artists boost their careers by effectively engaging with fans and enhancing promotional efforts. The tool offers data on music and post performance, audience demographics, and includes guides on TikTok's features. It also introduces a "Pre-Release" tool for upcoming album promotions. Previously tested in select countries, the platform is now accessible in multiple regions, emphasizing music discovery and promotion over direct streaming competition.

Instagram is developing 'Blend,' recommended Reels for you and a friend

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Instagram is developing a feature called "Blend" that would create a private feed of Reels recommendations for you and a friend. The feature would generate personalized feeds based on Reels you have shared with each other and your Reels interests. This functionality is similar to Spotify's Blend feature. The purpose of Blend is to help users discover new Reels together, potentially boosting Reels' discovery and watch time on Instagram. It is unclear when or if Instagram plans to launch Blend externally. This feature could give Instagram a slight advantage over TikTok in the short-form video market.

FTC sues Uber, alleging it signed up Uber One subscribers without their permission

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

FTC sues Uber, alleging it signed up Uber One subscribers without their permission

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sued Uber, accusing it of enrolling consumers in the Uber One subscription without consent and complicating the cancellation process. Users pay $9.99 per month or $96 annually for benefits like Uber Eats fee-free deliveries and Uber rides cashback. Complaints were made about unauthorized charges and difficulty in subscription cancellation. Uber disputes these claims, asserting that its processes are clear and straightforward, with recent improvements to the cancellation procedure.

Uber Eats to roll out AI features, more payment options

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Uber Eats to roll out AI features, more payment options

Uber Technologies is expanding payment options on its food delivery platform, Uber Eats, and introducing an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered assistant to enhance user experience. The platform will feature a dedicated section called "Sales Aisle" for showcasing promotional offers. Uber is also partnering with federal healthcare programs to accept relevant waiver payments and will allow recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to use their waivers for groceries on Uber Eats, targeting low-income households. The new features and partnerships aim to make the service more convenient and competitive in the food delivery industry.

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