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1971: The first email is sent by Ray Tomlinson.
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The Bulletin Board System (BBS) is created, allowing users to connect and share messages.
This innovation would allow users to connect and share messages for the first time. -
SixDegrees.com is launched as the first social networking site.
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Friendster is introduced
Popularized the concept of online social networking. -
Founding of MySpace
MySpace is founded and quickly becomes one of the most popular social media platforms -
Launch of Facebook
Facebook is launched by Mark Zuckerberg, initially limited to Harvard students. -
Creation of Youtube
YouTube is created, revolutionizing the way people share and consume video content. -
Launch of twitter
Twitter is launched, allowing users to share short messages or "tweets." -
INTRODUCTION OF THE IPHONE
The iPhone is released, paving the way for mobile social media usage. -
Launch of Instagram
Instagram is launched, focusing on photo sharing and filters. -
Google+
Google+ is launched as Google's attempt at a social networking platform. -
Introduction of Snapchat
Snapchat is introduced, with its unique disappearing message feature. -
Introducing Pinterest
Pinterest gains popularity as a platform for sharing visual inspiration. -
Release of Vine
Vine is released, allowing users to create and share short looping videos. -
Acquiring WhatsApp
Facebook acquires WhatsApp, a popular messaging app. -
Periscope takes off
Periscope is launched, enabling live video streaming. -
Instagram expands
Instagram Stories is launched, directly competing with Snapchat's features. -
TikTok goes viral
TikTok (formerly known as Musical.ly) is introduced, focusing on short music videos. -
Cambridge Scandal
The Cambridge Analytica scandal raises concerns about privacy on social media. -
Instagram becomes more empathetic
Instagram removes the number of likes from posts, aiming to reduce social pressure. -
TikTok goes viral... again
TikTok surpasses 2 billion downloads worldwide. -
Twitter expands
Twitter introduces Fleets, its own version of disappearing stories. -
Late game entry: Clubhouse
Clubhouse gains popularity as an audio-based social networking app. -
Meta Facebook
Facebook rebrands as Meta, emphasizing its focus on the metaverse. -
Further Innovations to come :)
The introduction of new social media platforms and features continues to shape the landscape of online communication.