Publishers not ready to change social media strategies as TikTok ban looms
Executives from major publications are not overly concerned about the potential TikTok ban, as they have strong audience development strategies on other platforms. [ more ]
Facebook will remove its News tab, and stop paying publishers for news
Meta is ending news licensing deals with outlets like CNN and the New York Times in the US and Australia.
Facebook News tab, launched in 2019 with significant content deals, will be discontinued in April 2024, with a shift towards short-form video content. [ more ]
Competing with TikTok: When to Imitate, When to Differentiate
In 2023, TikTok became the fourth largest social network by number of users, behind Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.Meanwhile, competition in the market for short-form videos intensified.
Lead Generation Content: Top Types to Use in 2023 [Data + Expert Tips]
Experimenting with your lead generation content is crucial to build a strong content strategy.Fresh types of content can expand your reach to attract more - and possibly better - leads.
A Q&A with YouTube's Mary Ellen Coe on the video platform's big year
YouTube's two biggest moves in 2023 were the rollout of the Shorts revenue-sharing program and the launch of NFL Sunday Ticket, both of which have had a significant impact on the platform's business.
Short-form video is experiencing explosive growth on YouTube, with over 70 billion total daily views, providing a strong opportunity for monetization for creators.
YouTube's integration of creators with NFL content and the focus on Shorts has been strategic in leveraging the loyal NFL fan base and driving engagement. [ more ]