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fromTechCrunch

SaySo is a new short-form video app that aims to restore users' trust in news | TechCrunch

SaySo is a new app that curates news from vetted creators to combat misinformation and enhance user trust.

fromNieman Lab

Media industry

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

fromPsychology Today

Why Are We So Dependent on Social Media?

Social media's addictive design and users' need for identity and community contribute to deep dependence on these platforms.

This Social Media Tactic Turns Followers Into Devoted Superfans

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

fromTech Times

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.

fromForbes

Agencies Must Refresh Stale Media Mixes To Retain Relevance

Social media engagement is declining, particularly among Gen-Z and Millennials, signaling a shift in advertising strategies.

fromTechCrunch

SaySo is a new short-form video app that aims to restore users' trust in news | TechCrunch

SaySo is a new app that curates news from vetted creators to combat misinformation and enhance user trust.

fromNieman Lab

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.

fromPsychology Today

Why Are We So Dependent on Social Media?

Social media's addictive design and users' need for identity and community contribute to deep dependence on these platforms.

This Social Media Tactic Turns Followers Into Devoted Superfans

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

fromTech Times

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.

more#social-media

#threads

Threads will add Broadcast Channels-style feature called live chats

Threads is introducing live chats for real-time discussions, allowing users to follow creators and events without posting themselves.

fromTNW | Insights

Threads redesigns web interface and adds direct messages to desktop for the first time

Threads is redesigning its web interface to include direct messages, a navigation sidebar, and a cleaner single-feed layout.

Threads will add Broadcast Channels-style feature called live chats

Threads is introducing live chats for real-time discussions, allowing users to follow creators and events without posting themselves.

fromTNW | Insights

Threads redesigns web interface and adds direct messages to desktop for the first time

Threads is redesigning its web interface to include direct messages, a navigation sidebar, and a cleaner single-feed layout.

more#threads

#digital-advertising

fromwww.marketingdive.com

19 hours ago

Creator marketing now a core media channel' while search slows: IAB

Digital advertising revenue reached $294.6 billion in 2025, driven by video, creator content, and performance media despite economic challenges.

23 hours ago

Marketing

Why Advertising is all Treat and no Trick

Marketing tech

Meta Is On Track to Beat Google as the World's Top Ad Platform-Because It Mastered 3 Digital Media Principles

fromwww.marketingdive.com

19 hours ago

Creator marketing now a core media channel' while search slows: IAB

Digital advertising revenue reached $294.6 billion in 2025, driven by video, creator content, and performance media despite economic challenges.

23 hours ago

Why Advertising is all Treat and no Trick

Digital advertising tools minimize risks and enhance targeting, leading to improved ROI and brand safety.

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Meta Is On Track to Beat Google as the World's Top Ad Platform-Because It Mastered 3 Digital Media Principles

Meta is projected to surpass Google in global digital advertising revenue by 2026, marking a significant shift in the industry.

more#digital-advertising

Television

6 hours ago

Microdramas Platform Verza TV Shifts Strategy Just 4 Months After Launch (Exclusive)

Verza TV is evolving to include horizontal videos and user-generated content while maintaining a focus on mobile entertainment.

8 hours ago

How to crush your Q4 Digital Marketing Strategy

Focus on immediate revenue opportunities during Q4, prioritizing customer engagement and user experience over long-term projects.

#marketing

fromCMSWire.com

6 hours ago

Marketing

10 Marketing Buzzwords That Need to Go in 2026

The Future of Marketing is Community

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

Marketing tech

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

fromCMSWire.com

6 hours ago

10 Marketing Buzzwords That Need to Go in 2026

CMSWire's Marketing & Customer Experience Leadership channel provides actionable research and insights for CMOs and customer experience innovators.

The Future of Marketing is Community

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

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

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.

more#marketing

Google Search Testing Opening Search Results In New Window

On Google SERP, when users click on a website, it opens in a new window instead of the same tab.

Privacy technologies

CEO Melanie Perkins explains Canva's big pivot to AI

Canva is evolving from a design platform with AI tools to an AI platform with design tools.

fromFast Company

Canva is officially 'an AI platform with design tools'

Canva is transforming from a design platform with AI tools to an AI platform with design tools, enhancing user experience and capabilities.

Graphic design

CEO Melanie Perkins explains Canva's big pivot to AI

Canva is evolving from a design platform with AI tools to an AI platform with design tools.

fromFast Company

fromApp Developer Magazine

Canva is officially 'an AI platform with design tools'

Canva is transforming from a design platform with AI tools to an AI platform with design tools, enhancing user experience and capabilities.

more#canva

Business intelligence

11 hours ago

The App Economy Is Thriving

The app economy significantly contributes to the U.S. economy, generating over $1 trillion annually and supporting 2.6 million jobs.

Rethinking the shape of design teams in an AI world

Organizations must adopt a dual transformation model to balance innovation and foundational mastery in design processes disrupted by AI.

Graphic design

Adobe and Canva releases push AI deeper into creative workflows | MarTech

Adobe and Canva are both enhancing creative work through AI, but they approach it with different strategies.

UX design

fromMedium

Rethinking the shape of design teams in an AI world

Organizations must adopt a dual transformation model to balance innovation and foundational mastery in design processes disrupted by AI.

Graphic design

fromSpeckyboy Design Magazine

Adobe and Canva releases push AI deeper into creative workflows | MarTech

Adobe and Canva are both enhancing creative work through AI, but they approach it with different strategies.

more#ai-in-design

Web design

How AI Could Change Collaboration for Web Designers & Developers - Speckyboy

Connecting with web professionals enhances learning and productivity, while AI is transforming workflows and relationships in the industry.

NYC music

fromInsideHook

This New App Helps You Revisit Great Concerts

A new app called Gigs consolidates live music experiences by importing data from various sources, enhancing the concertgoer experience.

Online learning

fromeLearning Industry

eBook Launch: eLearning Designer's Notebook

Effective learning design enhances engagement, relevance, and personalization in L&D programs, improving knowledge retention and hands-on experience.

Relationships

fromPsychology Today

PowerPoint Dating Events Are Trending

Friend-led PowerPoint presentations at 'Date My Mate' events offer a unique alternative to self-promotion in dating.

#ai

fromMedium

Test smart: how to approach AI and stay sane?

AI tools can enhance productivity but may compromise quality if not used critically.

fromBusiness Matters

An SEO's guide to ethical AI use

AI in SEO offers speed and analytical power but raises significant ethical concerns that must be addressed for long-term success.

fromThe Drum

In ctrl or out of touch? The ninth P of marketing revealed

AI is reshaping customer journeys, creating a trust gap between marketers and consumers regarding data usage for personalization.

fromMedium

Test smart: how to approach AI and stay sane?

AI tools can enhance productivity but may compromise quality if not used critically.

fromBusiness Matters

An SEO's guide to ethical AI use

AI in SEO offers speed and analytical power but raises significant ethical concerns that must be addressed for long-term success.

fromThe Drum

In ctrl or out of touch? The ninth P of marketing revealed

AI is reshaping customer journeys, creating a trust gap between marketers and consumers regarding data usage for personalization.

more#ai

fromYcombinator

2 days ago

JavaScript

Show HN: PushToPost - Automate social posts and SEO changelogs from Git pushes | Hacker News

PushToPost automates social posts and changelogs by analyzing GitHub diffs using webhooks and JSON-LD schema for better indexing.

fromObserver

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.

Growth hacking

fromHubspot

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.

#meta

Mobile UX

Meta is giving Threads on web a redesign that finally adds direct messages

Meta Is Launching An Easy Button For CAPI | AdExchanger

Meta simplifies conversion tracking with a one-click implementation of its conversions API, making it more accessible for advertisers.

Mobile UX

Meta is giving Threads on web a redesign that finally adds direct messages

Meta Is Launching An Easy Button For CAPI | AdExchanger

Meta simplifies conversion tracking with a one-click implementation of its conversions API, making it more accessible for advertisers.

more#meta

The Right Way to Build an Online Community Around Your Brand

Businesses must control their online spaces to mitigate legal, ethical, and reputational risks associated with unmoderated communities.

Music

fromAV Club

Congratulations, you discovered digital marketing

Geese's Coachella performance included a cover of Justin Bieber's 'Baby', highlighting their connection through the marketing agency Chaotic Good.

#youtube

YouTube adds custom timestamp sharing for mobile

YouTube is replacing the Clips feature with Share at Timestamp for easier sharing of specific video moments on mobile and desktop.

Online marketing

Reaching a Gen Z audience for YouTube during the World Cup

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.

Privacy technologies

YouTube now lets you hide Shorts

fromGSMArena.com

Mobile UX

You can now turn off YouTube Shorts on mobile

YouTube's mobile app finally lets you share timestamped videos

YouTube is replacing the Clips feature with a new option to share videos from a specific timestamp in the mobile app.

YouTube adds custom timestamp sharing for mobile

YouTube is replacing the Clips feature with Share at Timestamp for easier sharing of specific video moments on mobile and desktop.

Online marketing

Reaching a Gen Z audience for YouTube during the World Cup

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.

Privacy technologies

YouTube now lets you hide Shorts

fromGSMArena.com

Mobile UX

You can now turn off YouTube Shorts on mobile

YouTube's mobile app finally lets you share timestamped videos

YouTube is replacing the Clips feature with a new option to share videos from a specific timestamp in the mobile app.

10x social share growth for American Trade Association

The Trade Association rebuilt its website on Ibexa DXP to improve content accessibility and management for policymakers and regulators.

10x social share growth for American Trade Association

The Trade Association rebuilt its website on Ibexa DXP to improve content accessibility and management for policymakers and regulators.

2 hours ago

10x social share growth for American Trade Association

The Trade Association rebuilt its website on Ibexa DXP to improve content accessibility and management for policymakers and regulators.

10x social share growth for American Trade Association

The Trade Association rebuilt its website on Ibexa DXP to improve content accessibility and management for policymakers and regulators.

more#trade-association

fromCassius Life

1 hour ago

A.I.-Generated Fake Influencers Are Pushing Pro-Trump Messaging On TikTok

Artificially generated influencers are spreading pro-Trump messages on social media, posing as real users ahead of the midterm elections.

Marketing investment is a capital allocation decision | MarTech

Marketing spend should be treated as a capital allocation decision to optimize contribution profit and revenue growth.

Online learning

fromeLearning Industry

Why Engagement Is The Missing Piece In Learning Management

Engagement is essential for effective Learning Management Systems, as low participation leads to poor outcomes and limited knowledge retention.

Television

fromABC7 Los Angeles

2 days ago

Hulu's biggest reality stars will be under one roof for Hulu's Get Real event and livestream

Hulu's Get Real House returns with a livestream event featuring reality stars and new announcements on April 22.

The creative software industry has declared war on Adobe

All empires eventually fall, and it seems the creative software industry has collectively decided that Adobe's time has come. The Creative Cloud provider's suite of design tools have been considered the industry standard for decades.

Graphic design

Growth hacking

How to Turn a Product Into Something People Actually Talk About

Distribution should be integral to product development from the start, focusing on one channel before expanding.

fromTNW | Opinion

Trusti explores human-centered recommendations in digital platforms

Digital platforms have transformed decision-making by providing access to reviews, which significantly influence consumer choices.

Relationships

fromwww.theguardian.com

My friend keeps sending me unsettling social media videos. How do I tell her to stop? | Leading questions

Friendship dynamics can shift when communication preferences are not respected, leading to feelings of disconnect.

fromFast Company

1 hour ago

The carbon cost of our clicks

The digital ecosystem significantly contributes to carbon emissions, with each user generating 229 kilograms of CO2 annually.

Pandora WhatsApp campaign

Pandora successfully engaged customers by innovating with WhatsApp sharing in their Christmas marketing campaign.

17 hours ago

Pandora WhatsApp campaign

Pandora successfully engaged customers by innovating with WhatsApp sharing in their Christmas marketing campaign, achieving exceptional click-through rates.

14 hours ago

Pandora WhatsApp campaign

Pandora successfully engaged customers by innovating with WhatsApp sharing in their Christmas marketing campaign.

17 hours ago

Pandora WhatsApp campaign

Pandora successfully engaged customers by innovating with WhatsApp sharing in their Christmas marketing campaign, achieving exceptional click-through rates.

Making retail media work harder with smarter data strategies

Retail media networks are growing, and effective data strategies are essential for maximizing value for retailers and brands.

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.

fromThe Drum

18 hours ago

Making retail media work harder with smarter data strategies

Retail media networks are growing, and effective data strategies are essential for maximizing value for retailers and brands.

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

#reddit

Reddit launches new public beta integration with HubSpot

Reddit integrates with HubSpot, allowing users to create and analyze Reddit campaigns directly from the HubSpot platform.

3 weeks ago

Burner Accounts, Brutal Honesty, and Radical Transparency: How Brands Are Winning on Reddit

Reddit is the top source for AI platforms, prompting marketers to prioritize Reddit content for community engagement.

Reddit launches new public beta integration with HubSpot

Reddit integrates with HubSpot, allowing users to create and analyze Reddit campaigns directly from the HubSpot platform.

3 weeks ago

Burner Accounts, Brutal Honesty, and Radical Transparency: How Brands Are Winning on Reddit

Reddit is the top source for AI platforms, prompting marketers to prioritize Reddit content for community engagement.

more#reddit

fromwww.restaurantdive.com

19 hours ago

What restaurants are doing differently on TikTok and why it's driving visits

TikTok is the leading platform influencing dining decisions, driving both first visits and repeat orders for restaurants.

This New Reddit Integration Helps Companies Connect With Their Customers Where They Already Are

HubSpot now allows users to run Reddit marketing campaigns directly through its CRM platform.

fromEMARKETER

15 hours ago

Marketers are putting personalization first on the data activation wishlist

Personalization at scale is the top data activation investment priority at 38%, followed by real-time campaign optimization and audience segmentation.

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.

AI & Search Whiteboard Friday Rollup

AI search tactics require a different approach than traditional SEO, with minimal overlap in rankings.

Online marketing

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

fromMoz

AI & Search Whiteboard Friday Rollup

AI search tactics require a different approach than traditional SEO, with minimal overlap in rankings.

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.

Prompt For More Ads; Who Advertises The Advertisers? | AdExchanger

OpenAI's advertising efforts face challenges due to limited inventory despite strong engagement signals from ChatGPT ad pilots.

2 days ago

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.

Future of Marketing Briefing: Why brand builders are back in fashion

CPG companies are shifting focus from performance marketers to brand builders in their hiring practices.

As Online Ads Lose Impact, These Throwback Marketing Strategies Are Quietly Winning Attention

Old-school marketing tactics like direct mail and long-form content are resurging as effective strategies in a saturated digital landscape.

fromForbes

How Non-Gaming Marketers Are Rewriting The Rules Of User Acquisition

Mobile advertising is evolving as e-commerce and fintech target broader audiences beyond gaming, driven by cost-effective strategies on the open internet.

Instagram expands Your Algorithm tool to Explore

Instagram expands its Your Algorithm feature, allowing users to control content recommendations in Explore and Reels.

15 hours ago

From page views to propensity: How the Daily Mail is retooling for a zero-click world

The Mail is shifting focus from page views to quality engagement metrics like time spent and repeat visits due to changes in user behavior.

fromExchangewire

The Stack: Advertising's Next Phase - ExchangeWire.com

Advertising, streaming, and regulation are converging as platforms focus on monetization amid increasing scrutiny and evolving industry standards.

Why brands can't stop acting like reply guys and jumping into viral comment threads on social media

Brands are increasingly engaging in social media replies to drive interaction and remain culturally relevant.

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.

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.

fromExchangewire

Agentic Advertising Needs Interoperability, Standardisation and Adoption to Thrive

The ad industry is transitioning to agentic advertising, promising automation and efficiency but requiring careful planning to avoid potential pitfalls.

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.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

BeReal is on a charm offensive to bring creators onto its platform and connect them with advertisers

BeReal is actively engaging US influencers to enhance user engagement and regain momentum after a decline in downloads.

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.

Meta simplifies ad performance elements

Meta updates its Pixel and Conversions API to simplify data gathering and improve ad targeting for businesses, especially smaller ones.

Meta updates Threads API with more third-party app integration

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

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.

#meta-platforms

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.

fromBenzinga

2 weeks ago

Performance Comparison: Meta Platforms And Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Met

Thorough company analysis is essential for investors, focusing on Meta Platforms and its competitors in the Interactive Media & Services industry.

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.

fromBenzinga

2 weeks ago

Performance Comparison: Meta Platforms And Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Met

Thorough company analysis is essential for investors, focusing on Meta Platforms and its competitors in the Interactive Media & Services industry.

more#meta-platforms

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Social media management best practices - A guide by Huta Digital OU - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Effective social media management is essential for companies to engage customers and enhance brand perception.

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.

US news

fromNieman Lab

2 months ago

A scrappy story-sharing tool with local newsroom DNA gains traction

Plucky Wire provides a simple platform enabling local news organizations to find and share republishable stories, reducing costs and easing collaboration across publishers.

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.

1 month ago

From rented audiences to engaged communities: Why participation is the new moat for publishers

Social platforms promised reach, scale and frictionless distribution. In exchange, publishers ceded control of audience relationships, data and, ultimately, trust. Today, that bargain is not working. Social media is imperfect. Feeds are flooded with bots, synthetic engagement, misinformation and bad actors operating under inconsistent or nonexistent moderation standards.

Media industry

fromTechCrunch

2 weeks ago

Flipboard's new 'social websites' help publishers and creators tap into the open social web | TechCrunch

Flipboard launched social websites, enabling creators to consolidate content and build communities around their work on decentralized platforms.