Google's YouTube may be developing a new social media platform called Tamba, which could bring features such as user profiles, followers, direct messages, group chats and content sharing. References to the platform have reportedly been found in the latest version of the YouTube app for Android, suggesting that the company could be exploring a separate social networking experience.

According to Android Authority, the discovery was made in YouTube for Android version 21.44.534. The app contains branding assets carrying the Tamba name, including a logo featuring a scribble-like design with a play button in the centre.

The report also identifies 38 icons associated with the platform. These include icons for home, search, camera, chat, inbox, stickers and microphone. The collection suggests that Tamba could have an interface similar to Instagram, combining content discovery...