{"id":4384,"date":"2023-06-30T07:00:46","date_gmt":"2023-06-30T01:30:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bscrackers.com\/?p=4384"},"modified":"2023-06-30T07:00:46","modified_gmt":"2023-06-30T01:30:46","slug":"social-media-day-2023-history-significance-quotes-and-how-to-celebrate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bscrackers.com\/?p=4384","title":{"rendered":"Social Media Day 2023: History, Significance, Quotes, and How To Celebrate"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"jsx-1647035624 article_headline\">\n<p class=\"jsx-1647035624\">Published By<!-- -->:  <span class=\"jsx-1647035624 article_postby\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/byline\/nibandh-vinod.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Nibandh Vinod<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-1647035624 article_headline\">\n<p class=\"jsx-1647035624\">Last Updated: <span style=\"color:#808080;text-transform:uppercase\" class=\"jsx-1647035624\">June 30, 2023, 07:00 IST<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;background:#f3f3f3;padding:0 15px 10px 10px;border-bottom:5px solid #e1261c\">\n<div style=\"width:510px;padding-top:10px;position:relative;height:350px\" class=\"jsx-1647035624 article_bimg\">\n<figure style=\"line-height:0;width:510px;height:340px\" class=\"jsx-1647035624\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Social media has permitted people and information to travel without bounds. (Image: Shutterstock)\" title=\"Social media has permitted people and information to travel without bounds. (Image: Shutterstock)\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1627283897_news18_logo-1200x800.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=510&amp;height=356\" loading=\"eager\" width=\"510\" height=\"340\" class=\"jsx-1647035624\"\/><\/figure>\n<p style=\"line-height:18px;position:absolute;bottom:0;background:linear-gradient(transparent,#000);left:0;right:0;margin-bottom:0;font-size:12px;color:#fff;padding:32px 10px 5px;min-height:55px\" class=\"jsx-1647035624 imageCaption\">Social media has permitted people and information to travel without bounds. (Image: Shutterstock)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"width:359px;padding-top:10px\" class=\"jsx-1647035624 article_bnow_box\">\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bscrackers.com\/?p=4384\/#Social_media_is_a_double-edged_sword_While_it_has_opened_up_new_avenues_for_expression_and_collaboration_it_has_also_given_rise_to_challenges\" title=\"Social media is a double-edged sword. While it has opened up new avenues for expression and collaboration, it has also given rise to challenges\">Social media is a double-edged sword. While it has opened up new avenues for expression and collaboration, it has also given rise to challenges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bscrackers.com\/?p=4384\/#Social_Media_Day_2023_Significance\" title=\"Social Media Day 2023: Significance\">Social Media Day 2023: Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bscrackers.com\/?p=4384\/#Social_Media_Day_2023_How_to_Celebrate\" title=\"Social Media Day 2023: How to Celebrate\">Social Media Day 2023: How to Celebrate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bscrackers.com\/?p=4384\/#Social_Media_Day_2023_Quotes\" title=\"Social Media Day 2023: Quotes\">Social Media Day 2023: Quotes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"min-height:24px;font-size:14px;line-height:24px;color:#3f3f3f;font-weight:400\" class=\"jsx-1647035624\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_media_is_a_double-edged_sword_While_it_has_opened_up_new_avenues_for_expression_and_collaboration_it_has_also_given_rise_to_challenges\"><\/span>Social media is a double-edged sword. While it has opened up new avenues for expression and collaboration, it has also given rise to challenges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article_ContentWrap\">\n<div class=\"jsx-1647035624\">\n<p id=\"0\" class=\"story_para_0\"><strong>SOCIAL MEDIA DAY 2023:<\/strong> Social Media Day is observed on June 30 every year. It serves as a reminder of the profound impact social media has had on global communication. Social media has changed the game by bringing people together from all over the world, assisting companies in building their brands and emerging as a popular platform for content creation. It has undeniably brought individuals from diverse backgrounds closer together.<\/p>\n<p id=\"1\" class=\"story_para_1\">The significance of this day lies in recognising that social media is a double-edged sword. While it has opened up new avenues for expression and collaboration, it has also given rise to challenges such as the proliferation of misinformation, the spread of fake news, and the prevalence of cybercrimes. By acknowledging these drawbacks, Social Media Day aims to promote a balanced understanding of technology\u2019s benefits and pitfalls.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Day_2023_Significance\"><\/span>Social Media Day 2023: Significance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><nonfly class=\"article_mad\" adunit=\"NW18_ENG_Desktop\/NW18_ENG_Lifestyle\/NW18_ENG_Lifestyle_AS\/NW18_ENG_LFSTL_AS_ROS_MID_728\" slotid=\"nw18-dynamic-div-8203165_2_10\" id=\"new_ad_3\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"3\" class=\"story_para_3\">This day holds significant importance as it commemorates the impact and evolution of social media since its inception. The inaugural celebration of Social Media Day by Mashable on June 30, 2010, served as a milestone in recognizing the global reach and transformative power of this communication medium. Mashable is renowned for utilising social media to link disparate fandoms, movements, and cultures. Sixdegrees, the first social media site, was established by Andrew Weinreich and launched in 1997.<\/p>\n<p id=\"4\" class=\"story_para_4\">Users could name their friends and family connections on the website, which also included a number of intriguing features like bulletin boards, school affiliations, and profiles. After it shut down in 2001, people started using platforms like Friendster, MySpace, and Facebook for communication. The popularity of the medium introduced many other sites we use today, such as Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Snapchat.<\/p>\n<p id=\"5\" class=\"story_para_5\">Social media has permitted people and information to travel without bounds. Connections are just a click away. Along with making our lives easier, it has increased the amount of fake news that is transmitted on a daily basis. Hence, this day is a chance to utilise this boon for the advancement of the community and educate others about the problems associated with the misuse of social media.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Day_2023_How_to_Celebrate\"><\/span>Social Media Day 2023: How to Celebrate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"7\" class=\"story_para_7\">To commemorate this special event, individuals have the opportunity to participate in virtual initiatives aimed at promoting data privacy awareness and fostering connections with individuals worldwide. Engaging in online campaigns dedicated to educating people about effectively countering disinformation is another meaningful way to contribute. Additionally, numerous influencers and companies organize quizzes and contests as a means of celebrating this day.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Day_2023_Quotes\"><\/span>Social Media Day 2023: Quotes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol class=\"listOncontentArticle\">\n<li>\u201cSocial media is not a media. The key is to listen, engage, and build relationships.&#8221; \u2014<strong> David Alston.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u201cThink about what people are doing on Facebook today. They\u2019re keeping up with their friends and family, but they\u2019re also building an image and identity for themselves, which in a sense is their brand. They\u2019re connecting with the audience that they want to connect to. It\u2019s almost a disadvantage if you\u2019re not on it now.&#8221; \u2014 <strong>Mark Zuckerberg.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>\u201cSocial media is the ultimate equaliser. 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