Social Media has become a big part of our lives. Right from the first thing waking up in the morning to the last thing before sleeping, most of us can’t stay without checking Social Media. 30th June is celebrated as World Social Media Day. In 2010, the entertainment and multiplatform media company Mashable first introduced this day. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
History of Social Media
In 1997, SixDegrees, wss the first social media platform to exist. The platform, developed by Andrew Weinreich, offered several features. It included listings, and message boards, and also gave each user a profile so they could stay in touch. In 2001, SixDegrees went out of business, making room for Friendster, another platform. There are many different social media sites available today, including Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, Reddit, and Telegram. The scope of social network platforms has also greatly expanded in the modern era.
About the day and its significance:
Social Media Day was established to raise awareness on the power of social media and its place in global communication. Our lives have changed drastically as a result of social media. The Social Media Day recognizes the radical socioeconomic and cultural effects that social media has had on several nations. Just imagine how simple it is to communicate with someone who is sitting far away using messaging service apps.
Additionally, it is now quite simple to receive quick updates on world events. Social media also helps people develop relationships by putting everyone on an equal footing. According to the report, India now has 4.72 billion internet users, an increase of 7.6 percent over the previous year. This is greater than 60% of the world’s population.