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4 days ago

Social media marketing

How Creators Are Mentoring The Next Generation Of Creatives

fromAlleyWatch

Social media marketing

MOTHER.Tech Raises $15M to Launch Degen, an AI App That Creates Professional Content Without Prompt Engineering

fromTheankler

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.

4 days ago

How Creators Are Mentoring The Next Generation Of Creatives

Creators are building structured pathways for young talent through mentorship, hands-on training, and financial support to accelerate entry into creator careers.

fromAlleyWatch

MOTHER.Tech Raises $15M to Launch Degen, an AI App That Creates Professional Content Without Prompt Engineering

The creator economy is shifting, with MOTHER.Tech's Degen app offering a new model for content creation focused on enjoyment and creative freedom.

fromTheankler

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.

more#creator-economy

5 days ago

He Created a Tool That Lets Anyone Start Their Own Business With Just an Image - And It Has Minted 4 Millionaires Already

Nuseir Yassin is the founder and CEO of Nas.com, an AI-powered startup designed to help solo entrepreneurs start and grow their online businesses with a single product photo.

Startup companies

How to use ChatGPT for digital marketing: 7 use cases and effective practices

ChatGPT accelerates digital marketing research, ideation, drafting, and automation, but requires specific prompts and careful fact-checking to avoid generic output and hallucinations.

fromMiami Herald

How to use ChatGPT for digital marketing: 7 use cases and effective practices

ChatGPT accelerates digital marketing research, ideation, drafting, and automation, but requires specific prompts and careful fact-checking to avoid generic output and hallucinations.

fromMiami Herald

How to use ChatGPT for digital marketing: 7 use cases and effective practices

ChatGPT accelerates digital marketing research, ideation, drafting, and automation, but requires specific prompts and careful fact-checking to avoid generic output and hallucinations.

fromMiami Herald

How to use ChatGPT for digital marketing: 7 use cases and effective practices

ChatGPT accelerates digital marketing research, ideation, drafting, and automation, but requires specific prompts and careful fact-checking to avoid generic output and hallucinations.

more#digital-marketing

fromHer Campus

Edgly Marketing: The Marketing Team Taking Over TikTok

Edgly Marketing builds a recognizable TikTok brand through distinctive visuals, behind-the-scenes content, and a fresh approach to reaching audiences.

Mobile UX

fromZDNET

I'm a devoted iPhone user but Android 17 is tempting me with its new video and social features

Android 17 adds creator-focused video editing tools and improves cross-platform app and iOS-to-Android transfer experiences.

fromFood Drink Life

Las Vegas Wants to Pay You $25,000 to Create Content This Summer. Here's How to Apply.

Four Gen Z creators will receive $25,000 each for a 10-day Las Vegas residency creating social-first content reflecting personal, unscripted summer experiences.

#instagram

fromLindsey Gamble

Instagram Lets Users Add Unique Captions for Each Carousel Frame (New Feature Test) - Lindsey Gamble

Users can add unique captions to each frame in Instagram Carousel posts or use a single caption across the entire Carousel.

fromPetaPixel

New Instagram Policies Target Reposted Content

Instagram is prioritizing original creators with a new algorithm that limits visibility for accounts sharing unoriginal content.

Instagram cracks down on content aggregators | TechCrunch

Instagram will limit recommendations for accounts that primarily repost others' content to promote originality and credit creators of original work.

Instagram brings simplified AI video to Edits

Instagram integrates AI tools for video generation from text prompts, enhancing user creativity without recording video.

fromLindsey Gamble

Instagram Lets Users Add Unique Captions for Each Carousel Frame (New Feature Test) - Lindsey Gamble

Users can add unique captions to each frame in Instagram Carousel posts or use a single caption across the entire Carousel.

fromPetaPixel

New Instagram Policies Target Reposted Content

Instagram is prioritizing original creators with a new algorithm that limits visibility for accounts sharing unoriginal content.

Instagram cracks down on content aggregators | TechCrunch

Instagram will limit recommendations for accounts that primarily repost others' content to promote originality and credit creators of original work.

Instagram brings simplified AI video to Edits

Instagram integrates AI tools for video generation from text prompts, enhancing user creativity without recording video.

more#instagram

fromInc

The Exact Hire That Took This Creator From Burned Out to $30K Months

Hiring operations support lets creators focus on content creation while improving monetization and scaling digital offerings.

fromLondon On The Inside

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Social media marketing

Sharing Is Caring But Copying Is Not

Copying content without meaningful editing will be penalized by platforms to reward original creators and protect intellectual property.

Vue

Veo 4 could enable 30-second cinematic AI videos - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Veo 4 is rumored to generate up to 30 seconds of continuous, cinematic video in one pass with consistent characters and lighting, reducing editing and mismatch issues.

fromTheWrap

Creatorverse: How Creator Companies Are Going Viral Without a Star

Digital-first production companies like Dropout, Jubilee, and NowThis adapt Hollywood strategies for social media, focusing on IP over talent.

How Google Pomelli AI Uses "Business DNA" to Run Your Marketing

Pomelli is an AI platform that enhances marketing by aligning content with a brand's unique identity through its Business DNA setup.

Hightouch reaches $100M ARR fueled by marketing tools powered by AI | TechCrunch

Hightouch launched an AI service enabling marketers to create custom content without design teams, achieving $100 million in annual recurring revenue.

fromGeeky Gadgets

How Google Pomelli AI Uses "Business DNA" to Run Your Marketing

Pomelli is an AI platform that enhances marketing by aligning content with a brand's unique identity through its Business DNA setup.

Hightouch reaches $100M ARR fueled by marketing tools powered by AI | TechCrunch

Hightouch launched an AI service enabling marketers to create custom content without design teams, achieving $100 million in annual recurring revenue.

The clippening

Dan Bongino returned to video podcasting, utilizing clippers to promote his show by sharing engaging snippets across social media.

Django

fromMashable

Vine reboot, diVine, is out now to save us from AI slop

Vine has been relaunched as Divine, focusing on human-made content and preserving original videos.

Megan Thee Stallion Says Your Social Media Strategy Is Wrong: 'It's Not About Being Seen'

Attention can transform lives, but sustaining success requires more than just chasing virality.

Stop Outsourcing Authenticity: The Case For Building Your Own Media Team

Authenticity in content creation is essential for engaging audiences in today's attention economy.

This Anonymous Posting Strategy Helped Him Build a Big Following - and Led to Investors and Partners Finding Him First

Authenticity and vulnerability in content creation can lead to credibility, community growth, and opportunities in the restaurant industry.

Stop Outsourcing Authenticity: The Case For Building Your Own Media Team

Authenticity in content creation is essential for engaging audiences in today's attention economy.

This Anonymous Posting Strategy Helped Him Build a Big Following - and Led to Investors and Partners Finding Him First

Authenticity and vulnerability in content creation can lead to credibility, community growth, and opportunities in the restaurant industry.

more#authenticity

Some micro influencers find promising security in brand ownership over sponsorships

"The anxiety is there in terms of, 'I am a creator, I have this big audience, I'm making great money, but Meta, LinkedIn or TikTok could flip a switch tomorrow and my audience is gone.'"

Venture

How To Successfully Repurpose Influencer Marketing Campaign Content

Brands can effectively repurpose creator content to save costs and reach wider audiences.

Narrative Architecture: Designing Stories That Survive Algorithms

Brands must prioritize narrative architecture over short-term visibility to ensure lasting impact and coherence in their content.

How To Successfully Repurpose Influencer Marketing Campaign Content

Brands can effectively repurpose creator content to save costs and reach wider audiences.

Narrative Architecture: Designing Stories That Survive Algorithms

Brands must prioritize narrative architecture over short-term visibility to ensure lasting impact and coherence in their content.

How To Position Yourself As An Industry Expert (Even If You're Just Starting Out)

Market understanding and consistent, valuable contributions build authority and influence, not just experience or titles.

#youtube

Digital life

I quit my job to manage my son's YouTube career. The hardest part: Not being just 'mom.'

CaseOh's YouTube channel grew to 10 million subscribers after starting with funny NBA 2K videos and transitioning from Twitch to YouTube.

YouTube tests new music generation and moderation tools

YouTube introduces tools for creators to generate royalty-free music and improve comment moderation.

fromSemafor

Media industry

Johnny Harris on building a journalism project that doesn't sell out

fromKotaku

Media industry

PokeNational Geographic Is Shutting Down Due To Nintendo Copyright Strikes

The 6 Key Videos Every New YouTube Channel Needs To Have

New YouTube channels should focus on six foundational videos to grow their audience effectively.

fromVITA Daily

The Side Hustle Actually Working for Women in 2026 - VITA Daily

Women are leading the YouTube creator economy, but they earn less than men despite being the majority of content creators.

Digital life

I quit my job to manage my son's YouTube career. The hardest part: Not being just 'mom.'

CaseOh's YouTube channel grew to 10 million subscribers after starting with funny NBA 2K videos and transitioning from Twitch to YouTube.

YouTube tests new music generation and moderation tools

YouTube introduces tools for creators to generate royalty-free music and improve comment moderation.

fromSemafor

Media industry

Johnny Harris on building a journalism project that doesn't sell out

fromKotaku

Media industry

PokeNational Geographic Is Shutting Down Due To Nintendo Copyright Strikes

The 6 Key Videos Every New YouTube Channel Needs To Have

New YouTube channels should focus on six foundational videos to grow their audience effectively.

fromVITA Daily

The Side Hustle Actually Working for Women in 2026 - VITA Daily

Women are leading the YouTube creator economy, but they earn less than men despite being the majority of content creators.

more#youtube

#generative-ai

The state of generative AI in the creator economy

Generative AI has become integral to creators' workflows, prompting platforms to enhance tools for identifying and managing AI-generated content.

Future of Marketing Briefing: In the age of AI, taste is the new competitive advantage

Taste has become the scarce resource in a world flooded with content, shifting focus from attention to quality judgment.

The state of generative AI in the creator economy

Generative AI has become integral to creators' workflows, prompting platforms to enhance tools for identifying and managing AI-generated content.

Future of Marketing Briefing: In the age of AI, taste is the new competitive advantage

Taste has become the scarce resource in a world flooded with content, shifting focus from attention to quality judgment.

Content Creation Burnout Is Real

Content creation can transform from a joyful expression to a burdensome routine, leading to burnout and loss of joy in the process.

fromHuffPost

The 'Bean Soup Theory' Is Rampant On Social Media. Are You Guilty Of It?

The 'What About Me Effect' describes how individuals make content about themselves instead of recognizing it may not pertain to them.

Attention Is Cheap. Here's Why Trust Is the Real Currency

Going viral is now a repeatable process, but monetization decisions can jeopardize trust and brand equity.

fromInc

Why the Most Viral Brand Posts All Have 1 Thing in Common (It's Not the Algorithm)

Creating viral social media content requires understanding audience engagement and incorporating elements like humor and relatability.

Attention Is Cheap. Here's Why Trust Is the Real Currency

Going viral is now a repeatable process, but monetization decisions can jeopardize trust and brand equity.

fromInc

Why the Most Viral Brand Posts All Have 1 Thing in Common (It's Not the Algorithm)

Creating viral social media content requires understanding audience engagement and incorporating elements like humor and relatability.

more#viral-marketing

fromChristianity Today

The Algorithm Is Changing How We Speak-and Strive - Christianity Today

Algospeak exploits the human desire for attention and status, urging a return to God for fulfillment.

fromTrusted Reviews

Instagram is cracking down on unoriginal photo posts, not just Reels

Meta penalizes reposted photo and carousel posts without meaningful edits, prioritizing original content creators over aggregator accounts.

fromZDNET

I ditched my laptop for XR headsets, tablets, and phones - and learned an important lesson

There are various alternatives to laptops for mobile writing, including devices like SpeakOn for voice transcription.

I was one of Lovable's first 50 hires. Here's how I got the job after initially getting rejected.

Mindaugas Petrutis transitioned from a non-technical background to creating AI-driven products and consulting in influencer marketing.

Forbes Talks Shop: Cyrus Veyssi - Forbes Vetted

Cyrus Veyssi discusses their evolution as a content creator and the balance between authenticity and performance in their work.

Forbes Talks Shop: Cyrus Veyssi - Forbes Vetted

Cyrus Veyssi discusses their evolution as a content creator and the balance between authenticity and performance in their work.

Forbes Talks Shop: Cyrus Veyssi - Forbes Vetted

Cyrus Veyssi discusses their evolution as a content creator and the balance between authenticity and performance in their work.

Forbes Talks Shop: Cyrus Veyssi - Forbes Vetted

Cyrus Veyssi discusses their evolution as a content creator and the balance between authenticity and performance in their work.

How The Now Agency Is Rethinking YouTube for Fitness Brand Building

Fitness brands should focus on building an audience rather than just distributing content.

5 ChatGPT Prompts To Go From Invisible To Undeniable On LinkedIn

Strong opinions and personal stories on LinkedIn can transform visibility and client engagement.

#social-media

fromThe Verge

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

Instagram says it doesn't want your tweet round ups

The platform is enforcing stricter rules against reuploaded content to prioritize original creators and limit the reach of unoriginal accounts.

Social media marketing

I'm Growing on Instagram After 10 Years - Here's What I'm Doing Differently

A video posted on Instagram unexpectedly gained 110,000 views, highlighting the potential of cross-platform content sharing.

fromThe Verge

Instagram says it doesn't want your tweet round ups

The platform is enforcing stricter rules against reuploaded content to prioritize original creators and limit the reach of unoriginal accounts.

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

I'm Growing on Instagram After 10 Years - Here's What I'm Doing Differently

A video posted on Instagram unexpectedly gained 110,000 views, highlighting the potential of cross-platform content sharing.

more#social-media

fromModern Retail

30 days of using za'atar the wrong way: How spice startup Hayati used repetition to hit 21,000 Instagram followers

I wanted to write a different Palestinian story beyond the one you usually hear in the news. Hayati currently sells on its direct-to-consumer website, on Amazon, on TikTok Shop and at select independent retailers throughout the U.S.

Social media marketing

How former college athlete and Airbnb host turned Love Island fame into widespread success

TJ Palma leveraged his social media growth from Love Island to enhance his real estate business and content creation strategy.

Podcast

fromBlack Enterprise

Charlamagne Tha God Credits 'People Who Are Not Being Performative' As Real Social Media Influencers

True influence is defined by authenticity, not follower count or likes.

DJI announces Mic Mini 2 with swappable color covers

DJI Mic Mini 2 is not available in the U.S. despite its global launch.

fromEngadget

DJI Osmo Pocket 4 review: The only vlogging camera you'll ever need

DJI's Osmo Pocket 4 features an upgraded sensor, improved slow-motion capabilities, and new customizable controls, enhancing its performance for creators.

fromMashable

DJI announces Mic Mini 2 with swappable color covers

DJI Mic Mini 2 is not available in the U.S. despite its global launch.

fromEngadget

fromSocial Media Examiner

DJI Osmo Pocket 4 review: The only vlogging camera you'll ever need

DJI's Osmo Pocket 4 features an upgraded sensor, improved slow-motion capabilities, and new customizable controls, enhancing its performance for creators.

"Like nailing Jell-O to a wall": Why unions are struggling to protect journalists' rights in the age of AI

AI is increasingly integrated into journalism, raising concerns about job security and ethical implications.

Software development

Intro to Claude Cowork: How to Get Started : Social Media Examiner

Claude Cowork automates tasks and manages files through AI agents, enhancing productivity without constant supervision.

#adobe

Graphic design

Adobe relies on Firefly to win over creators

fromComputerworld

Adobe builds an 'agentic content supply chain' for the AI era

Adobe's new tools automate content creation and enhance branding through generative AI and agentic assistants.

Graphic design

Adobe relies on Firefly to win over creators

Adobe aims for Firefly to become an essential tool for AI-native creators, similar to Photoshop's impact on ad creatives.

fromComputerworld

Adobe builds an 'agentic content supply chain' for the AI era

Adobe's new tools automate content creation and enhance branding through generative AI and agentic assistants.

Beehiiv CEO Warns Lacking This Skill Is Costing You Income In 2026

Active and consistent content creation is essential for visibility, audience growth, and revenue in any market or industry.

#tiktok

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Best AI music video editor for TikTok: What video generators get right and wrong - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI video editors enhance TikTok content quality, but music licensing is crucial to avoid video removal.

Favoured's TikTok Trend Report - 21/01/2022

TikTok Shopping offers businesses tools to engage users and enhance sales through creative content and exclusive offers.

Favoured's TikTok Trend Report - 21/01/2022

TikTok Shopping offers businesses tools to engage users and enhance sales through creative content and exclusive offers.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Best AI music video editor for TikTok: What video generators get right and wrong - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI video editors enhance TikTok content quality, but music licensing is crucial to avoid video removal.

Favoured's TikTok Trend Report - 21/01/2022

TikTok Shopping offers businesses tools to engage users and enhance sales through creative content and exclusive offers.

Favoured's TikTok Trend Report - 21/01/2022

TikTok Shopping offers businesses tools to engage users and enhance sales through creative content and exclusive offers.

5 Side Hustles That Let You Travel More and Work Less

Side hustles provide a way for digital nomads to increase income without full-time commitments, with opportunities in content creation and the creator economy.

MrBeast is plotting a move into 'AI-native entertainment'

MrBeast seeks a leader to create AI-native productions, making AI the foundation of content creation at Beast Industries.

Remodel

fromwww.nytimes.com

Inside a YouTube Magician's Fun House

Justin Flom's creatively designed home features unique magic-themed elements that have gained immense popularity on social media platforms.

fromWIRED

The Men Behind Your Favorite AI Gay Thirst Traps

Jae Young Joon is an AI-generated influencer created by Luc Thierry, captivating audiences with a fictional persona.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Buffini & Company names Darin Dawson CEO

I founded this company to impact and improve lives, and that mission has never burned brighter, Brian Buffini said in a statement. As chairman, I'm free to do what I do best, create world-class content, lead from the stage, and champion Working by Referral.

Toronto startup

A warning for brands: Be careful when 'clipping'

Clipping requires disclosure as it constitutes advertising, and brands face risks if they do not comply with FTC regulations.

fromMarTech

If your AI content feels generic, this is why | MarTech

AI accelerates content creation but risks losing brand voice and authenticity.

Delivering Content At Scale With AI: 4 Ways To Maintain Control

Establishing a gold source content foundation is essential for scalable, consistent, and personalized content delivery in marketing.

Beehiiv adds even more features to go up against competitors and win over creators

Beehiiv is expanding its platform with new tools to attract content creators and enhance audience engagement and monetization.

Digital life

I'm 40 and $300,000 in debt after my startup failed. I'm living on $10 a day in South Korea.

Kang Gwang-sik shares his journey from a successful startup in electric mobility to facing $300,000 in personal debt after bankruptcy.

Women in technology

fromArs Technica

Indian med student rakes in thousands with AI-generated MAGA hottie

An AI-generated character named Emily Hart was created to target a conservative audience for online content sales.

Parenting

fromwww.npr.org

Family influencers make the lifestyle look good. But kids pay the price, new book says

Family influencer content often masks deeper dynamics and motivations behind seemingly innocent announcements.

Film

fromVulture

Margo's Got Money Troubles Recap: Weird Sex Loft

Margo expands her network by collaborating with other creators to boost her income and visibility in her new job.

fromThe Village Voice

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Sarthak Trikha Knows What Needs to Happen When a Viral Page Disappears Overnight - The Village Voice

Internet success can vanish quickly, highlighting the fragility of online presence and the importance of adaptability.

SF LGBT

Hollyoaks' James Sutton on OnlyFans: 'I feel sexy for the first time'

James Sutton joins OnlyFans to share diverse content and connect with a larger audience after leaving Hollyoaks.

fromHubspot

The future of generative engine optimization: How 5 GEO trends reshape loop and inbound marketing

Generative engine optimization (GEO) is reshaping marketing strategies and influencing how customers discover brands through AI tools.

Vue

How To Vibe Code A Viral YouTube Video Machine

Vibe coding a YouTube dashboard streamlines content strategy by utilizing data to inform video creation decisions.

Music

A K-pop star turned his years-long work break into a productivity flex

Kwon Soonyoung, known as Hoshi from Seventeen, continues to release content during his military service hiatus.

fromLindsey Gamble

TikTok Expands Micro-Drama Push With Issa Rae's HOORAE Partnershi - Lindsey Gamble

Micro-dramas are a rapidly growing market, expected to reach $20 billion by 2030, with significant traction in both China and the US.

Television

Netflix plans to add a vertical video feed, use AI for recommendations | TechCrunch

Netflix is launching a TikTok-like vertical video feed and expanding AI use for content creation and recommendations.

fromMarTech

Reclaiming the power of the story - fueled by data and AI | MarTech

Marketing teams can enhance storytelling and authenticity by integrating AI without sacrificing human connection.

Labubu propelled Pop Mart to the top. It might be its undoing.

Labubu's popularity is declining, impacting Pop Mart's revenue and stock performance, leading creators to shift focus to other characters.

#facebook

Facebook wants to scan users' camera rolls for content

Facebook introduces a new opt-in feature to recommend photos from users' camera rolls for sharing and editing.

fromSocial Media Examiner

Facebook's 2026 Rules for Reach & Relevance : Social Media Examiner

Facebook is prioritizing original content and Reels, impacting reach for creators and marketers.

Facebook wants to scan users' camera rolls for content

Facebook introduces a new opt-in feature to recommend photos from users' camera rolls for sharing and editing.

fromSocial Media Examiner

Facebook's 2026 Rules for Reach & Relevance : Social Media Examiner

Facebook is prioritizing original content and Reels, impacting reach for creators and marketers.

Canva's AI 2.0 update goes all in on prompt-powered design tools

Canva AI 2.0 enables users to create and edit content using text-based descriptions, streamlining the creative process with a unified interface.

fromTheGrio

'Going viral ruined my life': the woman behind 'Very Demure' on the hidden cost of going viral

Going viral can lead to unexpected challenges, including mental health struggles and substance abuse, despite initial success and opportunities.

Don't Miss the Hidden Advantage Most Founders Ignore in the Age of AI

Data drives decisions, but stories create emotional connections and lasting impact.

Artificial intelligence

Blumhouse founder says he got on 'destroyed' on social media for teaming up with Meta, but it changed how he sees AI and Hollywood

AI in Hollywood faces backlash, but Blum remains confident it won't replace filmmakers soon.

fromComplex

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.

fromEater LA

Of course, Coachella Has $375 Nobu 'Omakase' Now

Coachella has always been a study in extremes: agony and ecstasy, filth and transcendence. One minute you feel near death... the next, you're eating Dippin' Dots and watching Radiohead.

NYC food

fromPCMAG

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

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

Artificial intelligence

fromeLearning Industry

How To Ask AI Questions: A Practical Guide For Instructional Designers And L&D Professionals

Asking AI questions is a core skill for modern L&D professionals, impacting knowledge access and decision-making.

Deliverability

fromAWeber

How to create a lead magnet in less than a day (that actually works)

Create a high-converting lead magnet by solving one specific problem for your audience.

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.

Artificial intelligence

fromeLearning Industry

Claude AI For Instructional Designers: Complete Guide (2026)

Claude AI is a reliable tool for creating structured learning content, focusing on safety and long-form reasoning.

Los Angeles Rams

fromwww.theguardian.com

Former NFL cornerback Chris Payton-Jones dies at 30: Everyone loved him'

Chris Payton-Jones, former NFL cornerback, died in a car accident at 30, leaving behind a legacy of positivity and mentorship in sports media.

fromFood & Beverage Magazine