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May 13, 2020
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Facebook Removed 50 Million Pieces of Covid-19 Misinformation in April
 

The platform is taking new measures to root out false and harmful content; Facebook says the uptick in removed posts was due to improvements made in artificial intelligence.

In other news, Twitter bought a mobile DSP, online shopping is booming and Etsy is seeing a surge in traffic.

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Twitter Buys Mobile DSP CrossInstall as It Prioritizes Performance Ads
 

The company is supposed to increase MoPub's value to mobile app developers.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ecommerce Explodes in April, With BOPIS More Popular Than Ever
 

Buy online, pick up in store sales triple year-over-year.

 
 
 
 
 
Quibi’s Founder Blames Covid-19 for Platform's Rocky Debut
 

Debuting during a pandemic was 'regrettable,' says Jeffrey Katzenberg.

 
 
 
 
 
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Etsy's Surge in Traffic Offers a Glimmer of Hope for Struggling Small Businesses
 

Shoppers are seeking out other alternatives for their essential items.

 
 
 
 
 
 
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