Spotify

Spotify user base surges to 761 million, ad rev dips

Spotify reported a mixed first quarter for 2026, with strong user growth and subscription gains offset by a decline in advertising revenue as the company undertook a major overhaul of its ad-tech infrastructure. According to a Storyboard18 report, the streaming giant posted an 8 percent rise in total revenue to €4.53 billion during the quarte...


X

X rolls out XChat messaging app on iOS

X has launched its standalone messaging app, XChat, for iOS users, marking a fresh step in the company’s evolving product strategy. The app enables users to connect with their existing X contacts through private and group chats, along with features such as file sharing and audio and video calls, signalli...


Instagram

Instagram Edits completes one year with 130+ feature additions

Instagram’s in-house creator tool, Edits, has quietly marked its first year in the market, evolving from a basic editing utility into a more comprehensive content creation platform. Launched on April 22, 2025, the app has added over 130 features since its debut, reflecting a consistent push to refine the creator experience through regular update...