World Federation of Advertisers discontinues small brand safety initiative after Elon Musk's X sues
World Federation of Advertisers discontinuing Global Alliance for Responsible Media due to lawsuit from social media platform X.
Elon Musk's X Sues Advertisers Over Alleged Boycott
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, formerly Twitter, has filed a lawsuit against advertisers for orchestrating a boycott, impacting the company's revenue.
World Federation of Advertisers discontinues small brand safety initiative after Elon Musk's X sues
World Federation of Advertisers discontinuing Global Alliance for Responsible Media due to lawsuit from social media platform X.
Elon Musk's X Sues Advertisers Over Alleged Boycott
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, formerly Twitter, has filed a lawsuit against advertisers for orchestrating a boycott, impacting the company's revenue.
Phony Stark aka Elon Musk Sues Advertisers For Allegedly Boycotting X
Elon Musk and X filed a lawsuit against advertisers colluding to boycott their social media platform.
Elon Musk declares "it is war" on ad industry as X sues over "illegal boycott"
Elon Musk's X Corp. sued WFA and large corporations for withholding advertising revenue from Twitter, seeking damages and injunction.
Don Lemon Sues Elon Musk Over Canceled X Deal
Elon Musk and X sued by Don Lemon for breach of content deal.
Fentanyl Death Suit Against Snapchat Could Signal Change In Section 230's Protection
Snapchat is facing a lawsuit brought by the relatives of children who overdosed on drugs allegedly purchased using the app.
The lawsuit alleges that Snapchat's designs, structures, and policies facilitated the illicit drug sales to teenagers.
Elon Musk's company, X, has filed an antitrust suit against an advertising group and several corporations for allegedly causing significant revenue losses by boycotting the social media platform.
Trump Says Elon Musk Will Interview Him on Monday
Elon Musk interviewing Donald Trump on social media platform X.
Joe Biden's bombshell revives Elon Musk's ambitions to make X the world's digital town square
Joe Biden made a surprising withdrawal from the presidential race and announced it on Elon Musk's digital town square platform.
X implements new criteria for Ad Revenue Sharing
Elon Musk's social media platform enforces identity verification for creators and sets strict criteria for ad revenue sharing eligibility.
Elon Musk just asked JK Rowling to lighten up about trans folks - yes, really
Elon Musk asked JK Rowling to tweet less about trans people and share positive content instead.
Elon Musk Says Ad Revenue Sharing Will Be 'Paused' For Some X Creators Over Pending Investigation Into 'Use Of Bots To Spam Likes, Replies'
Suspension of ad revenue sharing for certain creators on X due to bot spamming.
Elon Musk's X Sues Advertisers Over Boycott
Elon Musk's company, X, has filed an antitrust suit against an advertising group and several corporations for allegedly causing significant revenue losses by boycotting the social media platform.
Trump Says Elon Musk Will Interview Him on Monday
Elon Musk interviewing Donald Trump on social media platform X.
Joe Biden's bombshell revives Elon Musk's ambitions to make X the world's digital town square
Joe Biden made a surprising withdrawal from the presidential race and announced it on Elon Musk's digital town square platform.
X implements new criteria for Ad Revenue Sharing
Elon Musk's social media platform enforces identity verification for creators and sets strict criteria for ad revenue sharing eligibility.
Elon Musk just asked JK Rowling to lighten up about trans folks - yes, really
Elon Musk asked JK Rowling to tweet less about trans people and share positive content instead.
Elon Musk Says Ad Revenue Sharing Will Be 'Paused' For Some X Creators Over Pending Investigation Into 'Use Of Bots To Spam Likes, Replies'
Suspension of ad revenue sharing for certain creators on X due to bot spamming.
X platform's brand safety score for advertisers hurt by error for almost 5 months
Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, corrects inaccurate brand safety score on DoubleVerify, highlighting the importance of third-party verification for advertisers.
The Rundown: Everything you need to know about Reddit as the platform goes public
Reddit is viewed as a quirky niche platform by advertisers, but seen as a valuable addition due to its broad appeal.
Targeting on Reddit differs from other platforms, relying on contextual and interest-based signals instead of behavioral data.
"Boycott those losers": Netizens react as Apple, Disney, and other companies to pause their ads on X following Elon Musk's supposed antisemitic tweets
Top companies suspend advertising on Elon Musk's social media platform, X, after he commented on a post about Jews and Whites.
Elon Musk's comments sparked controversy and a heated debate on social media, with many netizens supporting him and discussing boycotting the brands that suspended their ads.
How proper strategy can help small businesses think big
OPINION: Whether it's written down or not, all small businesses are running on strategy.It might be planned out, it might be "go with your gut", or it might be "whatever is going to get us through the next week."Your strategy may be your unconscious planning, or you may have taken the time to sit down and put it to paper, getting your thoughts, goals and objectives clear, with an accompanying plan to get you there.
X platform's brand safety score for advertisers hurt by error for almost 5 months
Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, corrects inaccurate brand safety score on DoubleVerify, highlighting the importance of third-party verification for advertisers.
The Rundown: Everything you need to know about Reddit as the platform goes public
Reddit is viewed as a quirky niche platform by advertisers, but seen as a valuable addition due to its broad appeal.
Targeting on Reddit differs from other platforms, relying on contextual and interest-based signals instead of behavioral data.
"Boycott those losers": Netizens react as Apple, Disney, and other companies to pause their ads on X following Elon Musk's supposed antisemitic tweets
Top companies suspend advertising on Elon Musk's social media platform, X, after he commented on a post about Jews and Whites.
Elon Musk's comments sparked controversy and a heated debate on social media, with many netizens supporting him and discussing boycotting the brands that suspended their ads.
How proper strategy can help small businesses think big
OPINION: Whether it's written down or not, all small businesses are running on strategy.It might be planned out, it might be "go with your gut", or it might be "whatever is going to get us through the next week."Your strategy may be your unconscious planning, or you may have taken the time to sit down and put it to paper, getting your thoughts, goals and objectives clear, with an accompanying plan to get you there.
What is Truth Social, Donald Trump's social media platform?
Trump launched Truth Social after bans from major platforms.
Truth Social resembles right-leaning echo chambers like Gettr and Parler.
It's great to be home, says Trump as he arrives in Scotland
Donald Trump said it is great to be home as he arrived in Scotland.The former US president said on Truth Social the social media platform he owns that he is going to the Menie Estate near Aberdeen to open a spectacular second golf course.He and his son Eric arrived at Aberdeen Airport at about 11.30am and were met by two pipers, a red carpet and a 10-vehicle motorcade.
What is Truth Social, Donald Trump's social media platform?
Trump launched Truth Social after bans from major platforms.
Truth Social resembles right-leaning echo chambers like Gettr and Parler.
It's great to be home, says Trump as he arrives in Scotland
Donald Trump said it is great to be home as he arrived in Scotland.The former US president said on Truth Social the social media platform he owns that he is going to the Menie Estate near Aberdeen to open a spectacular second golf course.He and his son Eric arrived at Aberdeen Airport at about 11.30am and were met by two pipers, a red carpet and a 10-vehicle motorcade.
Reddit IPO Potential 'Watershed' Moment For Tech Industry, Says Wedbush's Dan Ives: Expects It To Hit $1B In Revenue Next Year - Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL)
The Reddit Inc. IPO is seen as a potential watershed moment for the tech industry by Wedbush's Dan Ives.
Reddit's value lies in engagement, advertising potential, data for AI training, and the creation of category-specific communities.
YouTube will label AI-generated content, following Facebook and other social media giants
YouTube requires labeling AI-generated content, focusing on realistic or meaningful alterations.
YouTube relies on an honor system for now, planning to enforce rules for non-disclosure in the future.
TikTok creators say House ban threatens lives and livelihoods
TikTok plays a crucial role in the national economy and small businesses.
Advocates argue that banning TikTok would harm individuals financially and limit their revenue streams.
The Morning After: Twitter alternative Bluesky is no longer invitation-only
Bluesky, the open-source Twitter alternative, is now open to anyone.
Bluesky began as an internal project at Twitter but ended its association with the company after Elon Musk's takeover.
UWM's Sarah DeCiantis on 4 social media trends to watch in 2024
The evolving nature of social media platforms makes it essential for businesses to have a social presence.
Meta's Threads app gained 100 million users in just five days, rivaling Twitter's growth in four years.
Social media apps made $11 billion from children and teens in 2022
Social media platforms generated $11 billion in revenue from advertising targeting children and teenagers, with Snaphat, TikTok, and YouTube earning the highest share.
There is mounting pressure for social media platforms to take meaningful steps to protect children.
Social Media Companies Raked in Estimated $11B From Kids Last Year
Social media platforms, including Facebook, Snapchat, and TikTok, made nearly $11 billion in advertising revenue from content consumed by children under 18 in the US in 2022.
YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Snapchat were among the platforms that earned the highest ad revenue from users under 18.
Generative AI is repeating all of Web 2.0's mistakes
The year 2023 saw a rise in government intervention and oversight concerning generative AI technology.
Generative AI companies are facing familiar problems that have plagued social media platforms for years.
Elon Musk's X may lose $75M by year's end amid advertiser flight: report
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter, may lose up to $75 million in advertising revenue by the end of the year as major brands pause marketing spending on the site.
Internal documents show that more than 200 ad units from major brands like Airbnb, Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Microsoft have either halted or considered pausing ad spending on X.
X has struggled with advertisers since Musk's ownership group acquired the company, and content moderation cuts have received backlash, leading to major brands pausing advertising on the platform.
Mark Cuban Challenges Elon Musk On Twitter Ad Efficacy - 'That's The Real World Today' - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)
Mark Cuban questions the effectiveness of advertisements on social media platform X, formerly Twitter, and raises concerns about advertisers' results on the platform.
Elon Musk has implemented changes on X, such as sharing advertising revenue with creators, but advertisers are leaving the platform.
Cuban emphasizes that if ads on X were effective, businesses would tolerate hate speech, but the platform doesn't provide the same returns as other platforms.
European Commission tells staff to ditch ads on X
The European Commission's communications department has instructed EU executive services to stop running advertisements on a social media platform due to concerns over the spread of disinformation.
The Commission's actions follow growing scrutiny of the platform as a result of the bloc's new Digital Services Act.
EU services can still use the platform for communication but paid-for advertising is being suspended.
Elon Musk's X may lose $75M by year's end amid advertiser flight: report
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter, may lose up to $75 million in advertising revenue by the end of the year as major brands pause marketing spending on the site.
Internal documents show that more than 200 ad units from major brands like Airbnb, Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Microsoft have either halted or considered pausing ad spending on X.
X has struggled with advertisers since Musk's ownership group acquired the company, and content moderation cuts have received backlash, leading to major brands pausing advertising on the platform.
Mark Cuban Challenges Elon Musk On Twitter Ad Efficacy - 'That's The Real World Today' - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)
Mark Cuban questions the effectiveness of advertisements on social media platform X, formerly Twitter, and raises concerns about advertisers' results on the platform.
Elon Musk has implemented changes on X, such as sharing advertising revenue with creators, but advertisers are leaving the platform.
Cuban emphasizes that if ads on X were effective, businesses would tolerate hate speech, but the platform doesn't provide the same returns as other platforms.
European Commission tells staff to ditch ads on X
The European Commission's communications department has instructed EU executive services to stop running advertisements on a social media platform due to concerns over the spread of disinformation.
The Commission's actions follow growing scrutiny of the platform as a result of the bloc's new Digital Services Act.
EU services can still use the platform for communication but paid-for advertising is being suspended.
Trump Agrees to Return to CNN, Ending a Long Boycott
After a long hiatus, former President Donald J. Trump will return to CNN.Mr. Trump, who has openly feuded with CNN hosts and executives over the years, has not appeared on the network since his 2016 presidential campaign.But next Wednesday, he will appear at a town hall-style forum the network is hosting in New Hampshire.
Which social media platform will grow your photography business quickest?
Which social media platform do you use to build your photography or video business?You are using at least one right?Done correctly, it can be an amazing addition in how you reach your potential clients.Done poorly, and it's little more than a time suck.But which platform should you be using?There are so many to choose from, and with the goal posts changing frequently it can be confusing.
Pinterest CEO Bill Ready Impresses Investors with New Advertising Strategy
Pinterest CEO Bill Ready is upgrading the company's business model in a difficult advertising landscape, and investors are taking notice.Analysts at Switzerland-based investment firm UBS published a report yesterday (March 26) highlighting the company's improvements and crediting Ready.The stock rose 4 percent this morning as a result to $29.27 before falling slightly.
Trump Agrees to Return to CNN, Ending a Long Boycott
After a long hiatus, former President Donald J. Trump will return to CNN.Mr. Trump, who has openly feuded with CNN hosts and executives over the years, has not appeared on the network since his 2016 presidential campaign.But next Wednesday, he will appear at a town hall-style forum the network is hosting in New Hampshire.
Which social media platform will grow your photography business quickest?
Which social media platform do you use to build your photography or video business?You are using at least one right?Done correctly, it can be an amazing addition in how you reach your potential clients.Done poorly, and it's little more than a time suck.But which platform should you be using?There are so many to choose from, and with the goal posts changing frequently it can be confusing.
Pinterest CEO Bill Ready Impresses Investors with New Advertising Strategy
Pinterest CEO Bill Ready is upgrading the company's business model in a difficult advertising landscape, and investors are taking notice.Analysts at Switzerland-based investment firm UBS published a report yesterday (March 26) highlighting the company's improvements and crediting Ready.The stock rose 4 percent this morning as a result to $29.27 before falling slightly.
What Happens When Teens Privately Ask for Help on Instagram?
Researchers at Drexel and Vanderbilt universities investigated adolescent Instagram users' experiences on the social media platform to ensure they receive requested support.The researchers analyzed direct messages between users who requested help in their conversations on Instagram, focusing on how they initiate peer-support dialogues, the topics for which they require support, and the support they received.
Trump names second golf course after his mother on Scotland visit
Former US president Donald Trump has attended a ceremony to break ground for a second course at one of his Scottish golf resorts and named it after his mother.Earlier, he told reporters it's great to be home as he arrived at Aberdeen Airport on his private jet.He headed to his Trump International Scotland Course at the Menie Estate near Aberdeen and cut a red ribbon to mark breaking ground on the new MacLeod course dedicated to his mother, Mary Anne MacLeod.
Trump visiting Scotland to tour spectacular' golf course ahead of Ireland trip
Former US president Donald Trump is due to arrive in Scotland as he visits his golf courses in the country.He is expected to land in Aberdeen on Monday morning, saying on Truth Social the social media platform he owns that he will be opening a spectacular second course at the Menie Estate in the north-east of the country.
Donald Trump to visit Scotland on Monday
Former US president Donald Trump is due to arrive in Scotland as he visits his golf courses in the country.He is expected to land in Aberdeen on Monday morning, saying on Truth Social the social media platform he owns that he will be opening a spectacular second course at the controversial Menie Estate in the north-east of the country.
Trump names second golf course after his mother on Scotland visit
Former US president Donald Trump has attended a ceremony to break ground for a second course at one of his Scottish golf resorts and named it after his mother.Earlier, he told reporters it's great to be home as he arrived at Aberdeen Airport on his private jet.He headed to his Trump International Scotland Course at the Menie Estate near Aberdeen and cut a red ribbon to mark breaking ground on the new MacLeod course dedicated to his mother, Mary Anne MacLeod.
Trump visiting Scotland to tour spectacular' golf course ahead of Ireland trip
Former US president Donald Trump is due to arrive in Scotland as he visits his golf courses in the country.He is expected to land in Aberdeen on Monday morning, saying on Truth Social the social media platform he owns that he will be opening a spectacular second course at the Menie Estate in the north-east of the country.
Donald Trump to visit Scotland on Monday
Former US president Donald Trump is due to arrive in Scotland as he visits his golf courses in the country.He is expected to land in Aberdeen on Monday morning, saying on Truth Social the social media platform he owns that he will be opening a spectacular second course at the controversial Menie Estate in the north-east of the country.
Consumers Spend 3+ Hours on Social Media Daily: What They're Doing on Each Platform [Data]
Have you ever been hypnotized by social media?According to our recent Consumer Trends survey, users of it spend an average of three hours a day there.It's easy to fall into a social media trap, filled with endless distraction.One minute you're checking a DM and the next thing you know you've spent an hour watching videos of corgis playing fetch.
TikTok testing new feature to allow more personalised feeds
Social media platform is testing a new 'nearby' feature which will allow users to find local restaurant recommendations as well as users who live in their area.A number of TikTok users are currently testing out the feature which allows them to view videos posted by those nearby, a spokesperson confirmed to TechCrunch.
The Investigation into Jack Teixiera: Bellingcat beat FBI to a key interview, but NYT did not beat the FBI to IDing him
The Investigation into Jack Teixiera - emptywheel
DOJ has unsealed the arrest affidavit for Jack Teixiera.It describes the following investigative steps (and leaves out the one that Bellingcat got to first): April 9 [Not described]: Aric Toler lays out how documents traveled from servers we now know were operated by Teixiera onto WowMao April 10: FBI interviews the user who cross-posted a document released by Teixiera (this may be Lucca), who provided information about how Teixiera had first leaked text, then leaked documents, as well as providing basic information about Teixiera.
MTA ends Twitter service alerts after Elon Musk demands big fees | amNewYork
By Ben Brachfeld Posted on April 28, 2023 A 7 train at Queensboro Plaza in 2020.Sign up for our amNY Sports email newsletter to get insights and game coverage for your favorite teams The MTA is ending its live transit service alerts on Twitter, effective immediately, after refusing to pay Elon Musk for the privilege.
AI Leads Meta Back to Growth: Here's Why Its Stock Is a Buy Right Now | The Motley Fool
Earnings season for the quarter ended March 31 is heating up, and this has been the busiest reporting week for the technology sector.Meta Platforms delivered its results after the market close yesterday, and investors have sent its stock soaring.The company was under scrutiny for most of 2022 because investors felt its focus was misplaced.
Vibrant and Viral, the Neon-Hued Blue Lagoon Cocktail Is Turning Heads
Photography by Antonis Achilleos Some cocktails are destined to be classics.Some are destined to be dependable go-to drinks.And others are meant to flaunt neon colors and turn headslike the Blue Lagoon cocktail.Think about it: If you saw a bartender mixing up this concoction, you'd do a double take.