Using Bitmoji in Snapchat | Crunch Report | Summary and Q&A

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Using Bitmoji in Snapchat | Crunch Report

TL;DR

Snapchat integrates Bitmoji, Twitter allows users to apply for verification, Twitter partners with NBA for exclusive content, Pokemon Go launches in Japan with McDonald's as the launch partner, Google sees an increase in data requests from law enforcement agencies.

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Key Insights

  • 👻 Snapchat's integration of Bitmoji enhances user communication by allowing personalized emojis to be sent.
  • 🤗 Twitter's verification applications open up opportunities for users to gain status and credibility on the platform.
  • 🚙 Twitter's partnership with the NBA strengthens its presence in the sports industry while capitalizing on exclusive content.
  • 👾 Pokemon Go's Japan launch with McDonald's as a partner showcases the game's potential for brand collaborations.

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Questions & Answers

Q: How does Snapchat integrate Bitmoji into its platform?

Snapchat users can now send Bitmojis to each other in chat or snaps by linking their Bitmoji account with their Snapchat account.

Q: How can users apply for verification on Twitter?

Twitter has opened applications for users to apply for verification, which grants them a blue check mark on their profile. Users need to ensure their account has a verified phone number, email address, bio, profile picture, birthday, and website.

Q: What is Twitter's partnership with the NBA?

Twitter will exclusively stream live and original NBA programs on its platform, along with doubling the number of NBA game highlights it shares. However, it will not be streaming actual NBA games.

Q: How is Pokemon Go launching in Japan different from other launches?

The launch of Pokemon Go in Japan is significant as it marks the first time the game has partnered with an official partner. McDonald's in Japan will become game locations for players to catch Pokemon.

Q: How many data requests did Google receive from law enforcement agencies in 2015?

Google received over 40,000 data requests from law enforcement agencies worldwide, a record number for the company. The highest number of requests came from the United States.

Summary & Key Takeaways

  • Snapchat now allows users to send Bitmojis to each other in chat or snaps by linking their Bitmoji account.

  • Twitter opens applications for users to apply for verification, allowing them to have a blue check mark on their profile.

  • Twitter partners with the NBA to exclusively stream live and original NBA programs, as well as increase the number of NBA game highlights it shares.

  • Pokemon Go launches in Japan, partnering with McDonald's, allowing players to catch Pokemon in McDonald's restaurants across the country.

  • Google receives a record number of data requests from law enforcement agencies worldwide during the second half of 2015.

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