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Media industry
fromForbes
1 hour ago

Publicists Are Becoming The Talent They Once Managed

Media insiders are leveraging their expertise to succeed in the creator economy, which is becoming increasingly competitive and top-heavy.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
2 hours ago

X makes it 1,900 percent more expensive to post links

Posting links to X via the API now costs $0.20, impacting publishers and notable accounts like Techmeme.
fromEntrepreneur
4 hours ago

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

"I felt like that pseudonym gave me some freedom, like some permission to just be my authentic self."
Social media marketing
#trump
US Elections
fromFortune
3 hours ago

Trump officials whisper that his Truth Social posts about Iran risk killing peace talks | Fortune

Nostalgia for 2016 resurfaces as Trump's social media posts hinder U.S.-Israel and Iran ceasefire negotiations in 2026.
US Elections
fromFortune
3 hours ago

Trump officials whisper that his Truth Social posts about Iran risk killing peace talks | Fortune

Nostalgia for 2016 resurfaces as Trump's social media posts hinder U.S.-Israel and Iran ceasefire negotiations in 2026.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
3 hours ago

Why Some Young Women Are Quitting Birth Control

Social media misinformation about contraception leads to fear and negative expectations, impacting young women's contraceptive choices and health outcomes.
#addiction
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago
UK politics

Social media executives deny platforms are inherently addictive to children

Executives from social media companies denied their platforms are addictive to children during a parliamentary hearing in Westminster.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Social media executives deny platforms are inherently addictive to children

Executives from social media companies denied their platforms are addictive to children during a parliamentary hearing in Westminster.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Ellen DeGeneres' Oscars selfie: was this the moment pop culture shattered into a billion pieces?

The Oscars selfie marked the peak of monoculture, representing a shared cultural moment before the rise of diverse media choices.
#lgbtq
Parenting
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 hours ago

Rightwingers rage at country star Shane McAnally for posting a silly video with his baby - LGBTQ Nation

Shane McAnally's video of his baby saying 'mama' has sparked conservative backlash and claims of the child suffering without a mother.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

Gay bar defends decision to eject Trump supporters despite their cries of "discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

A confrontation occurred at Chatterbox bar in Indianapolis between Trump supporters and staff, leading to ejection and social media backlash.
fromQueerty
4 days ago
LGBT

Heated Rivalry lookalike Felix Eller dishes on dating his "Shane Hollander" in the public eye - Queerty

Parenting
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 hours ago

Rightwingers rage at country star Shane McAnally for posting a silly video with his baby - LGBTQ Nation

Shane McAnally's video of his baby saying 'mama' has sparked conservative backlash and claims of the child suffering without a mother.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

Gay bar defends decision to eject Trump supporters despite their cries of "discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

A confrontation occurred at Chatterbox bar in Indianapolis between Trump supporters and staff, leading to ejection and social media backlash.
fromQueerty
4 days ago
LGBT

Heated Rivalry lookalike Felix Eller dishes on dating his "Shane Hollander" in the public eye - Queerty

Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
5 hours ago

Bond, a new social media platform, wants to use AI to help you kick your doomscrolling habit | TechCrunch

Bond is a new social media platform designed to reduce screen addiction by encouraging real-world experiences through personalized recommendations.
Marketing
fromForbes
6 hours ago

How Top Creators Build Audiences With Product-Market Fit

Brands must prioritize quality content and audience connection over mere reach to succeed in modern marketing.
#parenting
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
7 hours ago

Scott Galloway Calls Out This 1 Parenting Style as a Major Driver of Depression in Teens

Concierge parenting contributes to rising depression rates among teenagers by preventing them from facing challenges and developing resilience.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
5 days ago

Dylan Dreyer Says Son Calvin, 9, Asked a Heartbreaking Question: 'Do I Look Fat?'

Vicky Nguyen enforces a strict no social media policy for her daughters to protect their self-esteem and identity before facing societal pressures.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
7 hours ago

Scott Galloway Calls Out This 1 Parenting Style as a Major Driver of Depression in Teens

Concierge parenting contributes to rising depression rates among teenagers by preventing them from facing challenges and developing resilience.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
5 days ago

Dylan Dreyer Says Son Calvin, 9, Asked a Heartbreaking Question: 'Do I Look Fat?'

Vicky Nguyen enforces a strict no social media policy for her daughters to protect their self-esteem and identity before facing societal pressures.
Music production
fromThe Atlantic
9 hours ago

Why Justin Bieber Played YouTube Onstage for Thousands of People

Justin Bieber's Coachella performance confronted generational alienation, blending nostalgia with digital culture, provoking complex feelings about time and online identity.
Medicine
fromThe Atlantic
9 hours ago

All the World Has Stage Fright

Propranolol is increasingly prescribed for stage fright due to its calming effects, reflecting changes in social interactions influenced by technology.
Social media marketing
fromInc
11 hours ago

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.
Digital life
fromwww.npr.org
11 hours ago

The surprising origin of 4 features that superglue kids and adults to screens

Social media companies are liable for harming children through addictive design features similar to those in gambling.
Apple
fromMail Online
12 hours ago

Fans compare Apple's CEO selection to the election of the POPE

John Ternus has been appointed as Apple's new CEO, succeeding Tim Cook, who will become executive chairman.
fromFortune
13 hours ago

Meet Blackstone's 'accidental influencer' who made LinkedIn jogs Wall Street's mustwatch content | Fortune

This is a tough environment. It reminds me of the motto: Stay calm, stay positive, never give up. Conditions are not always perfect. There's noise, but you stay the course-you don't lose sight of what's important.
Skiing
Social media marketing
fromWWD
16 hours ago

Five Celebrity Beauty Brand Launches By MIV

Celebrity brands leverage founder influence and social media to drive significant consumer interest and media impact value.
#meta
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
23 hours ago

A Slight Reduction in Phone Use Can Have Surprising Effects

Constant smartphone use negatively impacts attention and mental health, but short breaks can lead to significant improvements in just two weeks.
Social media marketing
fromMiami Herald
1 day ago

Explore the power of social media ads in shaping consumer behavior

Social media has transformed product discovery, with platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok dominating consumer behavior and advertising strategies.
Books
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

8-Year-Old Goes Viral for Book About Farts ... With an Ending That'll Blow You Away

A pediatrician's son gained viral fame with his humorous 'Fart Book' on social media, overshadowing her own book.
#ai-generated-content
Growth hacking
fromThe Conversation
1 day ago

Slanguage: Why AI's stylistic negation - 'it's not X, it's Y' - is both annoying and doesn't work

AI-generated content often uses negation phrases that distort understanding and memory, leading to confusion and frustration.
Graphic design
fromAxios
3 days ago

"Digital fantasy"; AI hair, makeup put perfection further out of reach

AI-generated content creates unrealistic beauty standards and challenges for artists in the beauty industry.
Growth hacking
fromThe Conversation
1 day ago

Slanguage: Why AI's stylistic negation - 'it's not X, it's Y' - is both annoying and doesn't work

AI-generated content often uses negation phrases that distort understanding and memory, leading to confusion and frustration.
Graphic design
fromAxios
3 days ago

"Digital fantasy"; AI hair, makeup put perfection further out of reach

AI-generated content creates unrealistic beauty standards and challenges for artists in the beauty industry.
Marketing
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

'Clipping' on social media makes me wonder what's real and what isn't

The internet is filled with undetectable fake content, making it increasingly difficult to identify authenticity.
Humor
fromWIRED
1 day ago

War Memes Are Turning Conflict Into Content

Memes have become a rapid means of expressing dark humor and political satire during conflicts, reflecting societal responses to fear and hardship.
Social media marketing
fromCassius Life
1 day 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.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Is Richard Tice's picture AI-manipulated? Here are five giveaways

An image posted by Richard Tice was identified as manipulated or AI-generated due to various visual anomalies.
Marketing tech
fromwww.marketingdive.com
1 day 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.
France news
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Elon Musk is summoned to Paris over allegations of child sexual abuse images on X

Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino are summoned for interviews regarding misconduct allegations related to the social media platform X.
#bluesky
Digital life
fromForbes
1 day ago

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.
#tiktok
fromDigiday
5 days ago
Social media marketing

How college athlete Carson Roney went from TikTok dances to Gatorade commercials

Carson Roney successfully bridges sports and lifestyle content on TikTok, amassing millions of followers and brand partnerships.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
5 days ago

How college athlete Carson Roney went from TikTok dances to Gatorade commercials

Carson Roney successfully bridges sports and lifestyle content on TikTok, amassing millions of followers and brand partnerships.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Grimes joining LinkedIn is artwashing at its most brazen. I should know I released my new film on there

Grimes has begun releasing music on LinkedIn, reflecting a shift in artist platforms due to challenges on traditional social media.
#first-amendment
US politics
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
2 days ago

Judge sides with plaintiffs in case against online ICE trackers

A judge granted a preliminary injunction allowing a Facebook group to continue monitoring ICE activities, citing First Amendment rights against government suppression.
US politics
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Judge sides with creators of banned ICE trackers who allege DHS and DOJ violated their First Amendment rights

A judge granted a preliminary injunction against the Trump administration's pressure to remove ICE monitoring apps from platforms.
US politics
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
2 days ago

Judge sides with plaintiffs in case against online ICE trackers

A judge granted a preliminary injunction allowing a Facebook group to continue monitoring ICE activities, citing First Amendment rights against government suppression.
US politics
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Judge sides with creators of banned ICE trackers who allege DHS and DOJ violated their First Amendment rights

A judge granted a preliminary injunction against the Trump administration's pressure to remove ICE monitoring apps from platforms.
#threads
Social media marketing
fromTNW | Insights
2 days ago

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.
Social media marketing
fromTNW | Insights
2 days ago

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.
fromAxios
1 day ago

The 2028 Democratic primary is coming for hopefuls' partners too

Lori Shapiro expressed her concerns to her husband, stating, 'I don't think we are ready to do this. It's not the right time for our family. And it's not on our terms.'
Left-wing politics
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Are you a woman who makes life easier for everyone else? Beware you could endanger your health | Emma Beddington

Women are disproportionately affected by autoimmune diseases, with societal pressures complicating their health and well-being.
Social media marketing
fromLindsey Gamble
2 days ago

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.
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Tottenham report 'abhorrent' racist abuse of Kevin Danso to police

Since yesterday's fixture against Brighton, which took place during the Premier League's No Room For Racism weekend, Kevin Danso has been, and continues to be, subject to significant and abhorrent racist abuse on social media.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Southwest changed the rules, and plus-size passengers are feeling it first

Kenny Slack, a 36-year-old hairstylist, was told at the gate that he needed to buy an extra seat to board his Southwest flight, leading to an awkward situation in front of other passengers.
Travel
#ai-influencers
Fashion & style
fromThe Independent
2 days ago

Meet the AI influencers taking over Coachella and killing off the real thing

Aitana Lopez is an AI-generated influencer created by The Clueless, earning up to $10,000 monthly through brand deals.
Fashion & style
fromThe Independent
2 days ago

Meet the AI influencers taking over Coachella and killing off the real thing

Aitana Lopez is an AI-generated influencer created by The Clueless, earning up to $10,000 monthly through brand deals.
Fashion & style
fromThe Independent
2 days ago

Meet the AI influencers taking over Coachella and killing off the real thing

Aitana Lopez is an AI-generated influencer created by The Clueless, earning up to $10,000 monthly through brand deals.
Fashion & style
fromThe Independent
2 days ago

Meet the AI influencers taking over Coachella and killing off the real thing

Aitana Lopez is an AI-generated influencer created by The Clueless, earning up to $10,000 monthly through brand deals.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Ken Dilanian Gushes Over 'Compelling' Iran Propaganda Vids

We invented the internet, we invented artificial intelligence, and yet this murderous theocratic regime is using those technologies to win the propaganda war with these very clever, very compelling videos that go right to the heart of some of the weaknesses of the arguments being made by the Trump administration.
US politics
fromYcombinator
3 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.
Manchester City
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Miguel Delaney: Why do most neutral fans want Manchester City to beat Arsenal to the title?

Manchester City is seen as the 'default champions' in the Premier League, raising questions about perceptions of sportswashing in football.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
4 days ago

Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens voted as NHL's top rivalry in 2026 NHLPA Player Poll

The NHLPA's annual player poll revealed key insights on rivalries, fashion, social media presence, and potential coaching candidates among players.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Is Meghan Markle really the most trolled person in the world? | Arwa Mahdawi

The global energy crisis persists despite Iran reopening the strait of Hormuz, with significant damage to power infrastructure and ongoing criticism of Meghan Markle.
Film
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Best Movies to Stream This Month

April brings a mix of horror films and documentaries, including 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and Louis Theroux's Inside the Manosphere.
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Man with @ihackedthegovernment Instagram account tells judge, "I made a mistake"

Moore intentionally accessed the Supreme Court's electronic filing system without authorization using the stolen credentials of an authorized user on 25 different days, sometimes returning to the site multiple times on the same day.
Privacy professionals
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Tomodachi Life: The 10 Funniest Interactions We've Seen So Far

Players have been hard at work creating custom items for their Miis to own, and a lot of them have been cigarette-related. Amusingly, these items players go through the effort to create are apparently treated as more important to the characters they're associated with than pre-existing items in the game.
Games
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Rage bait? Elder abuse? Reddit post of abandoned sign has GenXers up in arms.

Blockbuster Video's sign remains a nostalgic relic, provoking strong emotions among Boston residents despite the store's closure.
#donald-trump
Social media marketing
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

From inspirational quotes to depicting himself as Jesus, see how Trump's social media posts have evolved since 2009

Donald Trump's social media presence has evolved from benign posts to a controversial and combative persona, significantly impacting public discourse.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Will Trump regret taking on the Pope? podcast

Donald Trump's recent social media activity includes bizarre attacks on Pope Leo and AI-generated images, causing backlash among his evangelical and Catholic supporters.
Social media marketing
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

From inspirational quotes to depicting himself as Jesus, see how Trump's social media posts have evolved since 2009

Donald Trump's social media presence has evolved from benign posts to a controversial and combative persona, significantly impacting public discourse.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Will Trump regret taking on the Pope? podcast

Donald Trump's recent social media activity includes bizarre attacks on Pope Leo and AI-generated images, causing backlash among his evangelical and Catholic supporters.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

How AI and education are shaping the future of aesthetics

Aesthetic inspiration is social and collective, but aesthetic results are deeply personal. What works for one face, skin type, or bone structure won't always work for another.
Healthcare
World politics
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

South Korea is doing quote-post diplomacy

Lee Jae-myung's controversial post on X has sparked outrage in Israel and may signify a shift in South Korea's foreign policy stance.
fromThe Conversation
4 days ago

How Islamophobic rhetoric leaves an impact on the mental health of Muslim Americans

A study by the Center for the Study of Organized Hate found that the average number of Islamophobic posts jumped from 2,000 to 6,000 each day on X alone in the first six days of the conflict.
Philosophy
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

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.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
4 days ago

This ridiculous AI video has convinced people that Jennifer Coolidge is trans

The video starts with Cher's son, Chaz Bono, who is transgender and recently got married. However, the video then changes to show a before photo of 'Jennifer Coolidge' as a man; that then morphs into a picture of Trace Lysette, who bears absolutely no resemblance to Coolidge whatsoever.
LGBT
Marketing
fromVogue
4 days ago

Where Should Your Beauty Brand Be After 10 Years?

The beauty industry faces challenges as the original direct-to-consumer model becomes less viable due to rising costs and changing retail dynamics.
US politics
fromLexington Herald Leader
4 days ago

Are paid influencers boosting KY political campaigns? They don't have to say

Social media influencers promoting political candidates are not legally required to disclose paid endorsements, creating a significant loophole in political advertising regulations.
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

Macron calls for monthly 'screen-free day' for young people

Emmanuel Macron proposes a monthly 'day of disconnection' for youth while advancing a ban on social media for those under 15.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

I'll make you a whopper you can't refuse! Why do we love to believe cinema's best lines were improvised?

In the history of cinema, there has never been a single script. It is a pervasive myth that film-making requires screenplays; in fact, most scenes are made up on the spot.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Border wars, rising costs or a marital reprieve: why are Thai men racing to enlist in the Army?

The military claims the increase reflects growing trust in the institution. Ahead of an annual draft, it has sought to use social media to engage young men, inviting them to join the military family, protect Thailand's border, while making jokes about dating and unrequited love.
Canada news
Social media marketing
fromMedium
4 days ago

I watched the manosphere documentary; here is how design is making things worse.

The manosphere thrives on toxic online communities that promote misogyny and anti-feminism, driven by algorithms rewarding controversial content.
Digital life
fromPocket-lint
5 days ago

I turned off YouTube's brain rot and it only took 4 taps

Short-form video content is prevalent, but it negatively impacts attention spans and encourages doom scrolling.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Snap Was Always A Terrible Company

Snap laid off 1,000 employees and cut job openings to reduce costs by $500 million, but struggles with revenue growth and market position.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

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.
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Why Your Kids Can't Stop Squishing NeeDoh

NeeDoh has been successful, in part because it provides an outlet for stress relief. But the appeal runs deeper than anxiety management as it taps into the human need for tactile stimulation.
Fashion & style
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Tucker Carlson Is Not Your Anti-War Ally

Liberals are inadvertently boosting the credibility of controversial figures by engaging with their anti-war messages regarding the Iran War.
Social media marketing
fromTheGrio
5 days ago

'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.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Starmer tells social media firms in No 10 meeting things can't go on like this'

Keir Starmer emphasizes the need for social media reform to protect children, advocating for potential age restrictions and limitations on app features.
Coffee
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Move over matcha: how ube cocktails and coffees are hitting the UK's sweet spot

Ube, a purple root vegetable, is becoming popular in the UK for its unique flavor and vibrant color in drinks and desserts.
Online marketing
fromInc
6 days ago

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.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke review the downfall of an allAmerican tradwife

Yesteryear critiques the tradwife phenomenon through a time-traveling narrative that reveals the harsh realities behind idealized traditional values.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

PM summons TikTok, Meta, X bosses to No 10 to push for children's online safety

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for accountability from social media companies regarding child protection.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Army Secretary Orders Social Media Accounts Shuttered After Post About Democrat Who Lost Both Legs in Iraq

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll ordered the shutdown of social media accounts after a post praising Sen. Tammy Duckworth sparked negative reactions.
fromAxios
5 days ago

Scoop: Trump discussed "Jesus" meme with Bill Pulte before posting it, sources say

Trump's Sunday post came at a particularly provocative time for a meme widely interpreted as Trump portraying himself as Jesus, healing the sick. It was Easter Sunday for Eastern Orthodox Christians.
US politics
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

The Verdict on Social Media Addiction

Recent verdicts against Meta and YouTube indicate social media harm is linked to platform design, particularly affecting adolescents' mental health.
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