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Plus this week's roundup of digital news [image](=) Hi {NAME}, This week's digital highlights feature Messenger boosting privacy with end-to-end encryption and Meta Quest enhancing safe, age-appropriate virtual experiences. LinkedIn ventures into new territories with Connected TV and Live Event Ads, broadening video marketing horizons. Meta pioneers AI governance, collaborating with global experts for safer AI integration, while Facebook enhances video interactions with a revamped player. In SEO news, Google eyes HubSpot for a CRM expansion, responds to forum carousel critiques, and underscores the significance of authentic link-building post-March 2024 updates. Catch up on all these insights by diving into the articles below to stay at the forefront of digital innovation and SEO strategies. Cheers, Jeff What you need to know this week... Social Media Enhancing privacy and security on Messenger Messenger enhances privacy with end-to-end encryption, safeguarding conversations between you and the recipient. Secure storage ensures encrypted chat history can be accessed across devices, providing convenience without compromising security. [Facebook/News]() Meta Quest ensures age-appropriate experiences Meta Quest ensures age-appropriate experiences by verifying users' birthdates and categorizing them into specific age groups with corresponding settings. Users have a 30-day window to enter their birthdate accurately, with options to verify their age using an ID or credit card if needed. Moreover, Meta Quest is developing User Age Group APIs to assist developers in crafting safe user experiences while safeguarding data privacy. [Facebook/News](=) LinkedIn expands video promotions with connected TV and live event ads LinkedIn introduces Connected TV and Live Event Ads to enhance video promotion efforts, targeting the growing trend of video consumption across platforms. The CTV ads partnership with various providers enables marketers to extend their reach to audiences' home TV sets, amplifying Brand Awareness campaigns beyond the app. [Social Media Today/News]( [image] What's NEW at Side Hustle Strategies? Side Hustle Strategies is our exclusive membership community for launching and growing a side hustle. Here's a sneak peek into the latest content: The Introvert’s Guide to Side Hustles: Earn on Your Terms We’ve been told over and over again that the world is designed for those outgoing, life-of-the-party extroverts. But over the years, here’s what I’ve discovered: being an introvert is actually your superpower when it comes to crushing it with a side hustle. 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[image]() [Join Side Hustle Strategies]( Pioneering governance innovation: Meta's community forums on AI Explore how Meta is at the forefront of governance innovation through its Community Forums on AI. Embracing open technology such as AI to drive innovation and ensure product safety, Meta collaborates with esteemed partners like Stanford and the Behavioral Insights Team to gather valuable feedback. Sharing Forum outcomes for the collective benefit of companies, researchers, and governments, Meta underscores its commitment to fostering progress in the AI landscape. [Facebook/News]( Enhanced video viewing experience on Facebook Experience enhanced video viewing on Facebook with the revamped video player. The new fullscreen interface offers intuitive controls such as fullscreen mode for horizontal videos, a convenient slider for navigating longer content, and interactive tapping options for quick actions like pausing and seeking 10 seconds back or forward. Tailored video recommendations aligned with your preferences further enrich your viewing journey. Starting its rollout in the US and Canada before expanding globally, this updated player is set to redefine how you engage with videos on both iOS and Android platforms. [Facebook/News]() SEO Google reportedly considering the acquisition of Hubspot to expand CRM services Google is reportedly in discussions about acquiring HubSpot to expand its CRM services. This move could help Google access more enterprise customers in the marketing and advertising sector. [Search Engine Land](=) Google's response to criticism: forum carousel in search results Google responds to criticism over its forum carousel in search results, addressing concerns about misinformation and scams. The new discussions and forums feature has sparked debate among SEO professionals, with Google acknowledging feedback and considering potential improvements. The inclusion of forum content in search results presents challenges and opportunities for SEO practitioners. [Search Engine Journal](=) [“Agorapulse is my social media app of choice.” ~ Jeff Bullas]() Impact of March 2024 updates on SERPs and link-building strategy March 2024 updates impact SERPs, emphasizing manual link building over bought links. Quality backlinks are crucial for search visibility post-updates, stressing the importance of natural and relevant links from authoritative sources to maintain SEO performance. [Search Engine Land]() Google's search generative experience (SGE) testing and potential UK launch Google has been testing its Search Generative Experience (SGE) in the U.S. since May 2023, with potential plans for a UK launch. SGE could change search behavior and organic traffic. There are speculations about its wider launch at Google I/O, but no confirmed date yet. 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