Social Discovery Insights

Local experience discovery startup Bigfoot is using generative AI to simplify weekend planning. California-based Bigfoot introduced a conversational interface called Littlefoot, which mimics chatting with a knowledgeable friend.  https://lnkd.in/euphj6fG

Event startup POSH has secured $22 million in Series A funding, positioning itself as the TikTok for small events. The platform already boasts 2 million registered users and $95 million in lifetime bookings. https://lnkd.in/evnaGrvy

Social Discovery Insights is constantly on the lookout for new players, disruptive business models, and innovative technologies, in the social discovery market.

Communia, a unique social platform with mental health tools, has announced the addition of ex-OnlyFans CEO Amrapali Gan as a strategic partner and growth adviser. This move marks a significant step for Communia and its mission to create a supportive digital environment for women. https://lnkd.in/ejtVrsmD

Aura, a fast-growing online safety solution, recently launched its Digital Parenthood Community, an online platform aimed at empowering parents who are raising digitally native kids. The free community offers resources and support for parents navigating the challenges of raising a connected generation. https://lnkd.in/eD4n8dVf

TikTok has updated its data safety measures in Europe under its “Project Clover” initiative, aimed at preventing unauthorized access to European user data by China-based employees and officials. This initiative aims to enhance privacy protections and meet EU regulations. https://lnkd.in/eYA9GSDB

Would you like to speak at our upcoming conference in London later this year?  We are excited to be returning to the UK capital for our Social Discovery Insights Europe Conference on September 26th 2024, and we would like to invite you to be involved in this exclusive industry event.  https://lnkd.in/e45zSRdZ

Meta has announced that it will allow 10-to-12-year-olds to engage in chats and calls in its VR platform, Meta Horizon OS. This move aims to expand social VR experiences to younger users, emphasizing parental supervision. https://lnkd.in/e9EVi5wa

Photo-sharing app Retro has introduced a novel feature allowing users to send postcards without having to share an address. This new feature offers a seamless and private way to share moments with friends. https://lnkd.in/eaeb6Qg3

Social Discovery Insights is constantly on the lookout for new players, disruptive business models, and innovative technologies, in the social discovery market. In this week's roundup: Matchful, DineMe & LYNQ. https://lnkd.in/eBFxf_nu