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Social media marketing

The Next Job Pivot: Professionals Becoming Creators - and Cashing In

A new tier of content creators is emerging, supporting themselves with niche audiences and expertise, reshaping the creator economy.

Growth hacking

Stop Betting On One Platform: The Creator's New Monetization Playbook

fromDigital Trends

Media industry

The influencer economy's invisible workers are first in line for the AI chop

fromGREY Journal

Social media marketing

How Creators Make Money in 2026

Trust Is Becoming The Most Valuable Currency In The Creator Economy

Audiences now seek trust in content, influencing their decision-making and the value of creators' work.

Media industry

The Creator Economy Is Growing Up, Truth Is The New Currency

Social media marketing

The Next Job Pivot: Professionals Becoming Creators - and Cashing In

A new tier of content creators is emerging, supporting themselves with niche audiences and expertise, reshaping the creator economy.

Stop Betting On One Platform: The Creator's New Monetization Playbook

Creators should diversify their platforms to build steady income and avoid dependency on a single source.

fromDigital Trends

The influencer economy's invisible workers are first in line for the AI chop

The creator economy relies on a hidden labor force and AI tools to produce content efficiently, often at the expense of workers' roles.

Social media marketing

fromGREY Journal

How Creators Make Money in 2026

Creators in 2026 rely on multiple revenue streams, treating content as a business distribution channel rather than the business itself.

Trust Is Becoming The Most Valuable Currency In The Creator Economy

Audiences now seek trust in content, influencing their decision-making and the value of creators' work.

The Creator Economy Is Growing Up, Truth Is The New Currency

Mosaic aims to establish a credentialing platform for content creators, similar to IMDb, addressing the creator economy's need for verified professional records.

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Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.

fromModern Retail

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.

fromModern Retail

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.

more#retail-media

Online marketing

fromgizmodo.com

YouTube Will Stop Showing Ads If You Just Engage Hard Enough

YouTube introduces a feature that reduces ads during livestreams based on viewer engagement in chat.

Social media marketing

YouTube livestreams will now hold back ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe | TechCrunch

YouTube will hold back ads during peak chat engagement to enhance viewer experience and reward supporters with ad-free moments.

fromTNW | Next-Featured

YouTube pauses livestream ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe

YouTube will pause ads during peak chat engagement in livestreams to enhance viewer experience.

Future of TV Briefing: A TV advertising staple is missing from YouTube show sponsorships

YouTube channels are beginning to offer TV-style make-goods and viewership guarantees to sponsors as episodic series gain popularity.

Online marketing

fromgizmodo.com

YouTube Will Stop Showing Ads If You Just Engage Hard Enough

YouTube introduces a feature that reduces ads during livestreams based on viewer engagement in chat.

Social media marketing

YouTube livestreams will now hold back ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe | TechCrunch

YouTube will hold back ads during peak chat engagement to enhance viewer experience and reward supporters with ad-free moments.

fromTNW | Next-Featured

YouTube pauses livestream ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe

YouTube will pause ads during peak chat engagement in livestreams to enhance viewer experience.

Future of TV Briefing: A TV advertising staple is missing from YouTube show sponsorships

YouTube channels are beginning to offer TV-style make-goods and viewership guarantees to sponsors as episodic series gain popularity.

fromNielsen Norman Group

Handmade Designs: The New Trust Signal

Audiences are increasingly favoring handmade designs over polished, AI-generated visuals due to digital and AI fatigue.

The Content Strategy Mistake Almost Every Founder Makes

Timeliness and relevance are crucial for story selection in newsrooms, overshadowing credentials and personal achievements.

How To Move From Paid Social Reach To Owned 1P-Data-Driven Connections

Brands are shifting focus from paid social ads to building direct relationships with customers through first-party data and owned channels.

fromDoggodigest

Pets Make Better Social Media Influencers Than People, Study Finds - Doggodigest

Pets, especially dogs, are more trusted social media influencers than humans, according to recent research.

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

Meta announces date for 2026 Conversations event

Meta's 2026 Conversations conference will focus on innovations in messaging and AI integration for business.

fromEntrepreneur

3 Ways Thought Leaders Can Create Immediate Value For Their Audiences

Real influence requires a unique perspective; audiences seek actionable insights from credible thought leaders.

Startup companies

30 Under 30 Europe Media & Marketing 2026: How Gen AI And The Creator Economy Are Forging The Next Frontier Of Media

Marius Meiners co-founded Peec.ai, an AI startup that helps brands optimize their presence in chatbot responses.

Roblox is turning its product roadmap into advertising inventory

Roblox launched a Makeup feature allowing creators to sell avatar items, collaborating with e.l.f. Beauty for sponsored content and in-game experiences.

Creator scandals have turned morality clauses into brands' go-to exit strategy

Brands use morality clauses to terminate partnerships with creators when they become liabilities, allowing unilateral power without explanation.

#artificial-intelligence

Artificial intelligence

fromwww.theguardian.com

AI companies make powerful tech but they're also savvy marketers

AI models like Anthropic's Claude Mythos could expose significant software vulnerabilities, raising concerns about cybersecurity risks and potential misuse.

Why marketing is now the operating system for growth

Artificial intelligence is transforming marketing into a central growth engine, influencing brand perception for both humans and automated systems.

Artificial intelligence

fromwww.theguardian.com

AI companies make powerful tech but they're also savvy marketers

AI models like Anthropic's Claude Mythos could expose significant software vulnerabilities, raising concerns about cybersecurity risks and potential misuse.

Why marketing is now the operating system for growth

Artificial intelligence is transforming marketing into a central growth engine, influencing brand perception for both humans and automated systems.

more#artificial-intelligence

Are you buying simplicity or dependency in CreativeOps? | MarTech

CreativeOps buyers face a choice between perceived simplification and underlying dependency in their production ecosystems.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Beyond breaking news: local reporter follows his passion for film making

Sean Au emphasizes the emotional connection movies create between characters and audiences, inspiring his journey as a filmmaker.

Coachella Has Hit Peak Sponcon. The Internet is Not Having It

"A lot of you don't know what being here with a brand takes. Sorry, I'm not political," comedian Chris Burns deadpanned to his more than 443,000 followers on Instagram. "Yeah, I posted about boycotting Starbucks, but that was like two months ago."

Silicon Valley food

fromItsnicethat

"It seems to be something we can't avoid"

The creative industry faces challenges for juniors due to budget cuts and AI replacing entry-level roles, threatening the future talent pipeline.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Two super hosts team up for a fun new series: best podcasts of the week

The first episode challenges Shakespeare's vision of a villainous Richard III, while a future episode will consider the Ross and Rachel of early modern history, Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.

Podcast

Music production

fromwww.theguardian.com

It has your name on it, but I don't think it's you': how AI is impersonating musicians on Spotify

AI bots are impersonating musicians on streaming platforms, causing frustration and confusion for artists.

fromScary Mommy

Whitney Levitt Is Doing It All, Authentically & Apologetically Herself

I want to grow brands that I'm passionate about, and dirty soda has always been a part of my life. It wasn't just this viral moment that people who watch Secret Lives saw. It was something that's more sustainable.

Chicago

#video-marketing

Online Community Development

fromEntrepreneur

Why Humanizing Your Mission Is the Key to Better Engagement

Emotional connection in video content is essential for engagement and conversions.

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Top Influencers' Secret Weapon for Engagement Might Be Replaced by AI

Evan Stanfield's marketing agency Clipping Culture utilizes freelancers to create shortform videos, while AI technology is increasingly used in video editing and production.

Online Community Development

fromEntrepreneur

Why Humanizing Your Mission Is the Key to Better Engagement

Emotional connection in video content is essential for engagement and conversions.

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Top Influencers' Secret Weapon for Engagement Might Be Replaced by AI

Evan Stanfield's marketing agency Clipping Culture utilizes freelancers to create shortform videos, while AI technology is increasingly used in video editing and production.

more#video-marketing

Online marketing

Commercials Ruining YouTube? 8 Ad-Blocking Techniques That Still Work

Streaming ads on platforms like YouTube are disruptive but necessary for content creation funding.

fromMobile World Live

Meta poised to take Google ad revenue crown

Meta Platforms will surpass Google in total advertising revenue by 2026, marking a significant shift in the digital advertising landscape.

Media industry

Social traffic kinda stinks for news publishers now, in 3 charts

Social media marketing

fromEntrepreneur

This Social Media Tactic Turns Followers Into Devoted Superfans

Real customer loyalty is built on consistency, not just chasing viral moments.

fromBuffer: All-you-need social media toolkit for small businesses

Social media marketing

Yes, You Can Create Content: A Neurodivergent's Guide to Getting Started

fromCreative Boom

Design

Is social media over for creatives? Or have we just woken up to what it is?

Social media marketing

How Social Media Algorithms Work: Simple Tips to Boost Feed Visibility Fast

Social media algorithms prioritize content based on user engagement, timing, and quality to maximize user activity on the platform.

Social media marketing

5 Social Media-Based Side Hustles To Make Extra Income Online

Social media offers lucrative side hustle opportunities, including management services, live shopping, UGC creation, and paid ads services.

Social traffic kinda stinks for news publishers now, in 3 charts

Social media traffic to news publishers has significantly declined, with Twitter traffic down 70% since 2022.

Social media marketing

fromEntrepreneur

This Social Media Tactic Turns Followers Into Devoted Superfans

Real customer loyalty is built on consistency, not just chasing viral moments.

Social media marketing

fromBuffer: All-you-need social media toolkit for small businesses

Yes, You Can Create Content: A Neurodivergent's Guide to Getting Started

Developing a personalized system for content creation can help neurodivergent individuals maintain consistency and overcome challenges associated with ADHD and autism.

fromCreative Boom

Design

Is social media over for creatives? Or have we just woken up to what it is?

Social media marketing

How Social Media Algorithms Work: Simple Tips to Boost Feed Visibility Fast

Social media algorithms prioritize content based on user engagement, timing, and quality to maximize user activity on the platform.

Social media marketing

5 Social Media-Based Side Hustles To Make Extra Income Online

Social media offers lucrative side hustle opportunities, including management services, live shopping, UGC creation, and paid ads services.

more#social-media

fromWE AND THE COLOR

Can AI Search Read Your Design? The New Invisible SEO

AI search engines cannot interpret visual design, making brands with only aesthetic appeal effectively invisible online.

Startup companies

fromwww.businessinsider.com

5 experienced side hustlers share their breakthrough advice for finding success

Side hustles require careful research and testing; success comes from understanding what works and focusing on sustainable ideas.

Online Community Development

The Future of Marketing is Community

Consumers prefer authentic connections over AI-generated content, emphasizing the importance of community in building trust and credibility.

The Great Marketing Declutter are you surviving, striving, or thriving

Marketers must identify their group—survivors, strivers, or thrivers—to navigate challenges effectively in a disrupted environment.

Why 'Brilliant' Marketing Ideas Fail-and Practical Ones Win

Successful marketing campaigns balance creativity with feasibility, ensuring ideas are both innovative and executable within budget constraints.

Online Community Development

The Future of Marketing is Community

Consumers prefer authentic connections over AI-generated content, emphasizing the importance of community in building trust and credibility.

The Great Marketing Declutter are you surviving, striving, or thriving

Marketers must identify their group—survivors, strivers, or thrivers—to navigate challenges effectively in a disrupted environment.

Why 'Brilliant' Marketing Ideas Fail-and Practical Ones Win

Successful marketing campaigns balance creativity with feasibility, ensuring ideas are both innovative and executable within budget constraints.

Social media marketing

5 Tips to Amplify your Social Strategy

Social media is essential for brands to engage audiences and grow their business through a multichannel approach and consistent content delivery.

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Social Media Powers Online's Ad Market Dominance, and Meta Eats 70 Percent of That Pie

Online advertising, particularly social media, is projected to dominate the global advertising market, reaching $1.5 trillion by 2030.

Online marketing

3 Simple Changes that Make Your Content More Visible in Every Type of Search

Clear, structured, answer-first writing enhances visibility across search engines and AI platforms.

#ai-in-publishing

Digiday+ Research: Publishers favor generative AI over predictive AI

Publishers prefer generative AI over predictive AI for various workflows, finding it more effective in editorial tasks and creative processes.

Digiday+ Research: Publishers favor generative AI over predictive AI

Publishers prefer generative AI over predictive AI for various workflows, finding it more effective for tasks like sales, creative production, and marketing.

Digiday+ Research: Publishers favor generative AI over predictive AI

Publishers prefer generative AI over predictive AI for various workflows, finding it more effective in editorial tasks and creative processes.

Digiday+ Research: Publishers favor generative AI over predictive AI

Publishers prefer generative AI over predictive AI for various workflows, finding it more effective for tasks like sales, creative production, and marketing.

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#ai-influencers

Social media marketing

fromMail Online

Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.

Social media marketing

fromThe Atlantic

How Fake People Became Real Influencers

AI influencers are flooding social media, creating a new kind of fatigue where authenticity may no longer matter.

Social media marketing

fromMail Online

Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.

Social media marketing

fromThe Atlantic

How Fake People Became Real Influencers

AI influencers are flooding social media, creating a new kind of fatigue where authenticity may no longer matter.

more#ai-influencers

fromExchangewire

Ad Quality is a Monetisation Problem: What Publishers Need to Do Now

Publishers must proactively improve ad quality to enhance user experience and monetization outcomes.

MrBeast is so big, Beast Industries turns down eight-figure brand deals if they aren't the right fit

MrBeast's recent competition achieved over 1 billion views in three days, showcasing his global reach and innovative business strategies.

#personal-branding

Online marketing

11 Ways To Build A Stellar Personal Brand In The Age Of AI

Personal branding is crucial in the AI era, requiring clarity in value delivery and effective use of AI tools.

Social media marketing

fromEntrepreneur

Why Your Personal Brand Matters More Than Your Resume

Focus on one specific problem to define your personal brand and build a memorable reputation.

Online marketing

11 Ways To Build A Stellar Personal Brand In The Age Of AI

Personal branding is crucial in the AI era, requiring clarity in value delivery and effective use of AI tools.

Social media marketing

fromEntrepreneur

Why Your Personal Brand Matters More Than Your Resume

Focus on one specific problem to define your personal brand and build a memorable reputation.

more#personal-branding

Social media marketing

Social Media Star Ruby Reid Reveals She's Been Running Her Instagram on AI

Ruby Reid utilizes AI tools to optimize her social media management, allowing her to compete effectively in the influencer market.

Online marketing

fromFood & Beverage Magazine

Elevate Your Foodservice Game: Innovative Social Media Marketing Strategies - Food & Beverage Magazine

Foodservice marketing must evolve with digital strategies, focusing on audience engagement through social media and innovative content creation.

#creator-marketing

Creator Marketing's $500 Billion Blind Spot In Video Advertising

Brands treat creator marketing as sponsorships rather than media investments, limiting its growth potential despite significant market opportunities.

5 Questions Every Founder Should Ask Before Hiring an Influencer

Creator ad spend in the U.S. reached $37 billion in 2025, with startups often mismanaging their creator budgets.

Creator Marketing's $500 Billion Blind Spot In Video Advertising

Brands treat creator marketing as sponsorships rather than media investments, limiting its growth potential despite significant market opportunities.

5 Questions Every Founder Should Ask Before Hiring an Influencer

Creator ad spend in the U.S. reached $37 billion in 2025, with startups often mismanaging their creator budgets.

more#creator-marketing

fromExchangewire

Rewriting the Rules of Ad Tech: Intent-Driven Discovery, Meaningful Human Connections, and Transparency

AI and privacy are pivotal forces reshaping the ad tech industry in 2026.

#influencer-marketing

Social media marketing

Finding The Right Influencers For Your Brand

Brands should combine intuition with data analytics to select the right creators for collaborations.

fromMuse by Clios | Discover the latest creative marketing and advertising news. Muse by Clio is the premier news site covering creativity in advertising and beyond.

Marketing

The Rise of Creators as Production Partners | Muse by Clios

Social media marketing

Finding The Right Influencers For Your Brand

Brands should combine intuition with data analytics to select the right creators for collaborations.

fromMuse by Clios | Discover the latest creative marketing and advertising news. Muse by Clio is the premier news site covering creativity in advertising and beyond.

Marketing

The Rise of Creators as Production Partners | Muse by Clios

more#influencer-marketing

Can Puck reinvent news for the influencer age?

Puck combines influencer economy incentives with traditional journalism, offering equity and revenue sharing to its star reporters.

AI rewards brand meaning and punishes everything else | MarTech

AI demands brand clarity for visibility, impacting long-term investment returns significantly.

Social media marketing

fromTechRepublic

X Cuts Clickbait Payouts and Exposes a Creator Program Problem - TechRepublic

X is reducing payouts for clickbait content, penalizing creators while maintaining the problematic structure that incentivizes such behavior.

impact.com acquires Pressboard, providing publishers with a best-in-class platform for branded content as digital advertising is deprioritised

Acquisition enhances publishers' tools to adapt to changing consumer attitudes towards advertising, improving partnerships and revenue generation.

'I'm playing the long game': Journalists are striking out alone and discovering the business is toughest beat of all

Independent journalism has potential but struggles with business fluency, as many journalists lack developed strategies for monetization.

fromBusiness Matters

How Artisan Food Brands Scale Without Losing Local Identity

Artisan food brands can grow while maintaining local identity by focusing on a clear promise, standardizing quality, and protecting beloved signals.

Social media marketing

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

Snapchat highlights opportunities for insurance brands

Snapchat users are proactive insurance decision-makers, with a high likelihood of owning policies and switching providers after life changes.

fromFast Company

Adam McKay's new movie offers a glimpse at advertising's final frontier: your dreams

Publicly traded companies are by legal definition and requirement completely amoral. They want only one thing, to raise their stock price, and the public good and common decency are just obstacles to be overcome or spun in that quest.

Marketing

Social media marketing

X slashes aggregator payouts to boost original creators

X platform will reduce payouts to aggregation accounts to prioritize and reward original content creators.

Social media marketing

fromwww.theguardian.com

Elon Musk's X cuts payments to users who post clickbait

X has reduced payments to users posting clickbait and recycled news, warning against low-quality content flooding timelines.

Social media marketing

X slashes aggregator payouts to boost original creators

X platform will reduce payouts to aggregation accounts to prioritize and reward original content creators.

Social media marketing

fromwww.theguardian.com

Elon Musk's X cuts payments to users who post clickbait

X has reduced payments to users posting clickbait and recycled news, warning against low-quality content flooding timelines.

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

Google AdSense To Experiment With New Ad Technology Partners

Google will experiment with updated ad technology partners starting April 20, 2026, with potential implementation on or after June 5, 2026.

Social media marketing

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

Meta updates Threads API with more third-party app integration

Meta updates Threads API to enhance social media management tools and expand posting options.

fromMuse by Clios | Discover the latest creative marketing and advertising news. Muse by Clio is the premier news site covering creativity in advertising and beyond.

The 79 Percent Rule: Why Honest Brands Win | Muse by Clios

Honesty in branding and communication is essential for agencies to differentiate themselves in a saturated market.

What separates brands that grow from brands that stand still

Winning brands maximize ad budgets through strategic decisions, early commitment, and diversified channel investments, not just larger spending.

from24/7 Wall St.

Long-Form vs. Short-Form: The AI Debate That Misses Netflix's Real Strength

Netflix's strong fundamentals and growth prospects make it a compelling investment despite misconceptions about AI competition.

4 Ways To Stay Authentic In The Age Of AI

Consumer backlash against AI in advertising stems from a perceived lack of authenticity, not the technology itself.

A Blueprint for the Future of TV Advertising

Clichés, assumed wisdom, best practices, and dogma hinder innovation in the media industry, necessitating courage and creativity for future success.

Social media marketing

The 'Carl's a mess' trend shows conversation outperforms

Earning attention requires participation and relatability, as cultural trends reflect real behaviors and invite audience engagement.

The More Things Change, The More Marketing Stays The Same

The media landscape evolves, but core challenges for marketers remain consistent over time.

fromFood & Beverage Magazine

Amstel's Authenticity Campaign: Shot Without Permission

Amstel Beer promotes authenticity through its campaign 'Shot Without Permission', capturing genuine moments of friendship in neighborhood bars.

fromMiami Herald

Generation Z marketing strategies for small businesses

Understanding Gen Z's values and preferences is crucial for small businesses to effectively market and connect with this generation.

X says it's reducing payments to clickbait accounts | TechCrunch

Bier stated, 'It became abundantly clear: flooding the timeline with 100 stolen reposts and clickbait everyday crowded-out real creators and hurt new author growth.' He emphasized that X will not compensate for manipulation of the program or its users.

Social media marketing

The Biggest Missed Opportunity in Social Media Has Nothing to Do With Marketing

Brands must transition from social listening to social doing to leverage insights for transformative action.

Adam W Is Taking Creator Strategy Off Screen And Into The Real World

Adam Waheed transitions to Chief Digital Officer at Stic, merging digital comedy with innovative advertising strategies.

Social media marketing

The Age Of "Interest Media" Is Here-Here's How Your Business Can Tap In

The 'interest media' era allows small businesses to reach potential customers beyond follower numbers through personalized content.

Social media marketing

Creatorverse: More Relaxed Brand Standards Can Lead to Big Rewards

Brands benefit from trusting creators and allowing them creative freedom in content creation.

Social media marketing

fromenglish.elpais.com

The end of the neutral influencer: Can you stay relevant if you never share an opinion?

Internet and social media are the primary influences on political opinions for 30.4% of Spaniards, raising questions about content creators' responsibility to take public stances on major issues.

Social media marketing

9 Ways To Stand Out In A Social Media World Full Of Slop

AI-generated slop floods social media, making quality content visibility harder; success requires committing to meaningful, audience-focused content over quantity.

What Top Creators Say Makes a Successful Brand Collaboration

I think the critical unlock here is having multi-year partnerships, having relationships that endure as opposed to just kind of the one-off partnership,

Marketing

fromwww.marketingdive.com

Keeping it real: 3 trends redefining creative video marketing today

Simple, authentic cinematic visuals connect with audiences more effectively than complex, noisy advertising.

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