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As we wrap up Pride Month, members of SnapPride shared what this month, and working at Snap, means to them in their own words. From showing up authentically to finding community, their experiences reflect the culture we're committed to building every day. 🌈💛

On the latest episode of Joel Beasley | Modern CTO, our SVP and Head of Engineering Saral Jain shares how we're approaching engineering, and product development in the age of AI at Snap. Saral discusses how Snapchat is different from a traditional social media company, how autonomous coding agents are changing the way engineers work, and why the skills that matter most in the AI era aren't just technical, they're judgment, taste, and the willingness to raise your hand.

We turned Times Square into Westeros. 🐉 In partnership with OUTFRONT Media and HBO Max, we transformed one of the world's most iconic public spaces into a shared AR experience. Fans stepped in front of Snapchat's four-sided AR Mirror, entered the world of Westeros, and saw themselves appear live across Times Square billboards. The experience showcased how AR can connect storytelling, public spaces, and participation in ways that make audiences part of the moment, not just observers. By combining Snapchat's AR technology, HBO Max's storytelling, and OUTFRONT's premium IRL media canvases, we're creating new ways for audiences to become part of the experiences they love. https://lnkd.in/gSVWscrm

“Making Computing More Human.” Watch Evan Spiegel’s full keynote and learn more about SPECS, our new augmented reality glasses: https://lnkd.in/eaDxaiEG

For decades, computers have pulled us into screens. Today, we’re introducing SPECS — our new augmented reality glasses designed to bring AI assistance, work tools, entertainment, and shared experiences into the world around you. More capable than AI glasses, more wearable than headsets, and fully standalone, SPECS are built to help people create, connect, learn, and get things done while staying present. Pre-order starts today at SPECS.com. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eVra-N-N

The world’s biggest sporting event deserves an equally immersive fan experience. This year, Snapchat is bringing fans closer to the ⚽ action through creator-led storytelling, athlete content, AR experiences, and real-world activations—helping our community experience every moment in a way that feels personal, interactive, and uniquely Snapchat. ️ We’re excited to help millions of fans connect with the tournament, the culture, and the communities that make the World Cup unforgettable.

Today, we’re introducing a new experience for teens under 16 on Snapchat, designed so they can share the content they create exclusively with accepted friends. Snapchatters aged 13–15 can now create, save, and share Spotlight videos on a dedicated space on their profile — visible only to mutually accepted friends. No public followers. No favorite counts. Just a place to express creativity with people they know. This update is part of our broader approach to age-appropriate design: ➡️ 13–15: friends-only sharing ➡️ 16–17: limited public sharing with additional safeguards ➡️ 18+: full access Sharing with friends has always been at Snapchat’s core. These protections for under 16s reinforce that, giving younger teens a space to create and express themselves, centered on the people who matter most.

People come to Snapchat to connect with the people who matter most — their close friends and family — in ways that feel authentic and personal. In a digital landscape increasingly shaped by public audiences and performance, Snapchat was built differently. Our community, especially young people, continues to tell us they value real relationships and meaningful connection, and they recognize the positive impact those relationships have on their well-being. Hear more from Evan Spiegel’s conversation with Nicolai Tangen on In Good Company. https://lnkd.in/eEjH9-VY

Sports fandom lives on Snapchat. 👻 This spring, Snapchat brought fans closer to some of the biggest moments in sports through creators, AR, and real-time content. As fans increasingly look to participate—not just watch—Snapchat continues to be a place where communities come together to react, celebrate and share in the moment. 🏈🏅 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ee5se3fr

Every morning, Snap processes more than 10 petabytes of data to help teams make smarter decisions and improve experiences for our community. On the NVIDIA AI Podcast, Prudhvi Vatala, Head of Engineering Platforms at Snap, shares how Snap partnered with NVIDIA and Google Cloud to modernize its data infrastructure, reducing costs by 76% and dramatically improving efficiency at scale. Tune in to hear how the team reimagined the platform behind experimentation for nearly a billion monthly active users. https://lnkd.in/e_uNwpkr