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Philosophy
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Sycophantic AI flatters and suggests you are not to blame

AI models provide excessive validation, influencing users' behavior and preferences, even in morally questionable situations.
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

AI influencers are just the tip of the iceberg for 'synthetic' talent

Marketers are investing heavily in AI creators and avatars, with significant growth expected in the coming years.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
45 minutes ago

Sam Altman, your millennial is showing

'We still get looksmaxxed on frontend a little but we IQmog hard now,' Altman posted, showcasing his attempt to engage with Gen Alpha slang.
Tech industry
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
28 minutes ago

The people who can't sit through a quiet evening without reaching for their phone aren't addicted to scrolling, they're avoiding the specific moment when the day's unprocessed thoughts arrive in the absence of distraction - Silicon Canals

People often reach for their phones not due to addiction, but to escape uncomfortable thoughts and feelings that arise in quiet moments.
#social-media
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago
Digital life

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

fromTechCrunch
4 days ago
Social media marketing

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

Digital life
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

Many social media users prefer to observe rather than participate, valuing privacy and learning over broadcasting their thoughts.
Digital life
fromForbes
5 days 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.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
4 days 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.
Online marketing
fromForbes
3 hours ago

Meta Will Run Your Entire Ad Campaign With AI. Should You Let It

Meta's Advantage+ suite automates AI ad campaigns, simplifying the process for small businesses and improving cost efficiency.
Humor
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

The silent power of memes

Memes significantly influence political discourse, shaping perceptions and opinions, particularly in the US since 2016.
Podcast
fromThedrum
8 hours ago

Why It's Time to Add Podcasts to Your Advertising Mix

Podcasts have rapidly gained popularity, especially among young adults, offering brands unique opportunities for integrated advertising.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
21 hours ago

Most people can't tell when a personal text message is written by AI. Here's why it matters

Most people do not recognize AI-generated messages, often judging them positively unless authorship is disclosed.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 hours ago

Psychology says the people described as having a strong personality aren't dominant or difficult, they're the ones who stopped softening themselves to make every room comfortable, and what reads as intensity from the outside is just the absence of the apology most people are still adding to every sentence - Silicon Canals

People often misinterpret strong personalities as difficult, but they may simply be unafraid to express themselves without apology.
#artificial-intelligence
Social media marketing
fromCassius Life
5 days 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.
Social media marketing
fromCassius Life
5 days 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
fromInc
20 hours ago

The Most Powerful Business Strategy Isn't a Product or a Pitch. It's a Person

Super connectors prioritize genuine relationships over transactional networking, making their networks integral to their business success.
#communication
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Even without social media, phones have a subtle, damaging effect on our mental health | Devi Sridhar

Modern communication methods, especially digital, increase stress levels and lack the nuances of face-to-face interactions.
Psychology
fromThe Verge
14 hours ago

Researchers say we're talking less than ever

The number of words spoken daily has decreased by nearly 28% from 2005 to 2019, likely worsening post-pandemic.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Even without social media, phones have a subtle, damaging effect on our mental health | Devi Sridhar

Modern communication methods, especially digital, increase stress levels and lack the nuances of face-to-face interactions.
Psychology
fromThe Verge
14 hours ago

Researchers say we're talking less than ever

The number of words spoken daily has decreased by nearly 28% from 2005 to 2019, likely worsening post-pandemic.
fromWIRED
19 hours ago

The Online Civil War About 'Michael' Is a Battle Over Truth

Musically, Jackson was in a class all his own. He remains, even in death, one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with 13 number one singles and countless awards.
Independent films
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

If Your Business Still Chases Hype, You're Already Falling Behind

Entrepreneurs are shifting focus from rapid growth to stability, recognizing its role in enhancing efficiency and reducing operational risks.
Careers
fromReader's Digest
1 day ago

We've Been Best Friends for Nearly 10 Years, and We've Never Actually Met

Online friendships can develop deeply and meaningfully, even without in-person meetings.
Fashion & style
fromWIRED
1 day ago

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.
Remodel
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

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.
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Instagram has launched another Snapchat clone

The app, called 'Instants,' allows users to send each other disappearing photos that are available for 24 hours and can be viewed only once during that window.
Mobile UX
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

Designing with AI without losing your mind

Outsourcing critical thinking to AI tools in design can undermine the quality of solutions and diminish essential skills.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

I was always the first to message friends. When I stopped I lost my entire circle. Am I a crap person? | Leading questions

Social connections often rely on proactive communication; without it, relationships may fade unexpectedly.
fromInc
2 days ago

Duolingo Won the Internet With Chaos. Now Its CMO Says It's Time to Rein It In

"There isn't that much room to grow in terms of audience and impressions we can drive from our own account."
Graphic design
E-Commerce
fromWWD
4 days ago

Sneaker and Heel Emojis Are Fueling the Rise of 'Vibe Shopping'

Emojis are increasingly used in e-commerce searches, reflecting a shift towards more expressive and emotional shopping behaviors.
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Threads introduces 'live chats' for following live events

Meta's new live chats feature enables real-time conversations about live events within Threads communities, allowing users to post photos, videos, and text messages.
Online Community Development
#tiktok
Growth hacking
fromBustle
1 day ago

TikTok's "Doing Everything I Said I Would" Trend Will Inspire You To Finally Do The Thing

The 'doing everything I said I would' trend on TikTok inspires people to take action on their goals and dreams.
Social media marketing
fromWWD
1 day ago

TikTok Tops Instagram as Beauty's Biggest Driver of Earned Media Value

TikTok surpassed Instagram in earned media value for beauty brands, driving $18.1 billion in 2025.
Social media marketing
fromPR Daily
4 days ago

Social media updates and new features to know this week - PR Daily

TikTok has received a security certification for its U.S. data protection systems, while also upgrading its ad creation tools with AI features.
Growth hacking
fromBustle
1 day ago

TikTok's "Doing Everything I Said I Would" Trend Will Inspire You To Finally Do The Thing

The 'doing everything I said I would' trend on TikTok inspires people to take action on their goals and dreams.
Social media marketing
fromWWD
1 day ago

TikTok Tops Instagram as Beauty's Biggest Driver of Earned Media Value

TikTok surpassed Instagram in earned media value for beauty brands, driving $18.1 billion in 2025.
Social media marketing
fromPR Daily
4 days ago

Social media updates and new features to know this week - PR Daily

TikTok has received a security certification for its U.S. data protection systems, while also upgrading its ad creation tools with AI features.
Podcast
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

How Short-Form Clips Took Over the Internet

Short video clips from long-form content have become the dominant unit of online media, surpassing traditional promotional roles.
Digital life
fromFast Company
20 hours ago

Meet your favorite new way to watch YouTube

Channel Surfer transforms YouTube viewing into a classic TV experience with a grid-based channel guide and minimal distractions.
Online marketing
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Why your AI assistant is suddenly selling to you

Sponsored chats are transforming digital advertising by integrating promotions into conversations with large language models.
#generative-ai
Marketing
fromThe Globe and Mail
19 hours ago

AI-generated ads get attention, but is it the good kind?

Brands are cautiously using generative AI in advertising due to risks of public backlash and potential infringement on intellectual property.
Marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

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.
Marketing
fromThe Globe and Mail
19 hours ago

AI-generated ads get attention, but is it the good kind?

Brands are cautiously using generative AI in advertising due to risks of public backlash and potential infringement on intellectual property.
Marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

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.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
19 hours ago

Inside the World-Conquering Rise of the Micro-Drama

Chinese companies create micro-dramas, serialized soap operas with minute-long episodes, that captivate global audiences with racy plots and emotional twists.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Polished Personas Are Out - People Want Authenticity Instead

Great leadership requires clear communication, self-confidence, authenticity, and the ability to connect with diverse audiences.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Secret to Having a Good Vibe (That Others Can't Resist)

A seven-minute Buddhist practice can significantly improve feelings of connection and well-being towards others.
#branding
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data, particularly search engine data, for informed decision-making.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data for informed decision-making and competitive advantage.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data, particularly search engine data, for informed decision-making.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data for informed decision-making and competitive advantage.
#friendship
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The friends who remember every detail about your life while sharing almost nothing about their own aren't private. They figured out early that the person asking the questions controls the conversation, and being known felt more dangerous than being interesting. - Silicon Canals

Friendships fail when self-disclosure is asymmetrical; reciprocity is essential for intimacy.
Digital life
fromThe Walrus
1 day ago

I Was Lonely and Let an App Pick My New Friends. Here's How It Went | The Walrus

Friend-making apps are gaining popularity in big cities, offering a way to connect with others amidst busy lifestyles.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The friends who remember every detail about your life while sharing almost nothing about their own aren't private. They figured out early that the person asking the questions controls the conversation, and being known felt more dangerous than being interesting. - Silicon Canals

Friendships fail when self-disclosure is asymmetrical; reciprocity is essential for intimacy.
Digital life
fromThe Walrus
1 day ago

I Was Lonely and Let an App Pick My New Friends. Here's How It Went | The Walrus

Friend-making apps are gaining popularity in big cities, offering a way to connect with others amidst busy lifestyles.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

AI Won't Improve Your Marketing - Unless You Do This First

AI enhances content production but requires a strong strategy for effective engagement and conversions.
Marketing tech
fromThe Conversation
1 day ago

You probably wouldn't notice if an AI chatbot slipped ads into its responses

AI chatbots are being used for covert advertising, influencing user choices without their awareness.
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Fake Radicals Stealing Lemons

James C. Scott endorsed "anarchist calisthenics," advocating for small acts of lawbreaking to keep civic muscles strong, preventing citizens from becoming powerless against tyranny.
Podcast
Careers
fromFortune
1 day ago

Meta executive says he only gets stressed five times a year and that it's actually a 'useful signal' | Fortune

Stress can be a useful signal for prioritizing important work, as demonstrated by Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth.
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Why Your Story, Engagement, And Empathy Matter More Than Ever - Above the Law

Trust begins with realness. When lawyers share their story and the reason behind their work, clients see themselves reflected in that narrative. Clients are not simply hiring legal skill; they are looking for alignment, empathy, and shared values. Storytelling bridges that gap.
Online marketing
Relationships
fromBustle
5 days ago

TikTok's Viral "Rock & Star" Dating Theory Makes So Much Sense

The best relationships are formed between a rock and a star, providing balance and support.
Deliverability
fromVerticalResponse
2 weeks ago

Vibecoding: How to Send Emails Your Audience Actually Feels

Vibecoding personalizes email marketing by aligning tone, timing, and content with the audience's emotional state and expectations.
Digital life
fromFast Company
2 days ago

AI sycophancy could be more insidious than social media filter bubbles

AI chatbots may use flattery to enhance user engagement, similar to social media algorithms, leading to potential distortions in judgment.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

An Audience So Nice You Bought It Twice (And That's Not A Good Thing) | AdExchanger

Brands struggle with siloed media plans, leading to wasted spend and reduced performance due to overlapping audience targeting across channels.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The people who seem to have the warmest, most open demeanor are often the loneliest people in any room, because being easy to be around creates the assumption that they don't need anything, and nobody thinks to ask someone who seems fine how they actually are - Silicon Canals

Performative warmth often masks deep isolation, as those who are pleasant may be the loneliest individuals in social settings.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

If Your Audience Isn't Interacting, Your Brand Is Just an Illusion

Building a meaningful brand requires patience, genuine value, and trust, focusing on audience engagement rather than vanity metrics.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

The people who are constantly checking in on everyone else aren't necessarily nurturing. Many of them are quietly running an experiment to see if anyone will ever check in on them unprompted, and the experiment has been returning the same result for decades - Silicon Canals

Constantly reaching out to others can stem from childhood experiences of needing to earn attention.
Social media marketing
fromokmagazine.com
1 day ago

Social Media First: The New Strategy for Global Brand Growth

Social media enables micro-brands to build audiences and test demand before entering new markets, shifting traditional international business models.
#advertising
fromRolling Out
1 day ago
Marketing

Contender's founders are disrupting advertising for good

Robert Clifton Jr. and Dr. Kristian May Stewart launched Contender to create a fair exchange between brands and the diverse Gen Z audience.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
1 day ago

From Insight to Action: Rethinking Media Planning in the Age of AI Agents

The advertising industry struggles with the gap between planning and activation, often due to ineffective use of insights and automation.
Marketing
fromRolling Out
1 day ago

Contender's founders are disrupting advertising for good

Robert Clifton Jr. and Dr. Kristian May Stewart launched Contender to create a fair exchange between brands and the diverse Gen Z audience.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
1 day ago

From Insight to Action: Rethinking Media Planning in the Age of AI Agents

The advertising industry struggles with the gap between planning and activation, often due to ineffective use of insights and automation.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The psychic generation: why do a third of gen Z believe they have extrasensory perception?

30% of Gen Z believe they are psychic, attributing their experiences to heightened sensitivity rather than actual extrasensory perception.
#marketing
Marketing
fromMarTech
1 day ago

Consumers ditch the funnel as behavior gets more fluid | MarTech

The marketing funnel is outdated; consumer behavior requires flexible, responsive strategies that adapt to rapid shifts in intent and action.
Marketing
fromMarTech
1 day ago

Consumers ditch the funnel as behavior gets more fluid | MarTech

The marketing funnel is outdated; consumer behavior requires flexible, responsive strategies that adapt to rapid shifts in intent and action.
Marketing
fromCMSWire.com
5 days 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.
Marketing
fromInc
3 days ago

The 4 Rules Brands Must Follow to Win in a TikTok-First World

Execution on community, content, creative, and culture is essential for beauty brands to succeed in a fragmented market.
Social media marketing
fromInc
4 days 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.
Marketing
fromVariety
2 days ago

Variety's Entertainment Marketing Summit Takeaways: How to Market at the Speed of AI, Work With Creators and Make Campaigns Authentic Because 'Fans Are Smart, It Has to Feel Real'

Live experiences are central to marketing, with brands treating audiences as distribution channels and emphasizing authenticity and originality.
fromMashable
2 days ago

X custom timelines: What users are saying

"It's powered by Grok's understanding of every post with the algorithm's personalization - meaning every timeline is made just for you. And it works even better when it's a topic you already engage with."
Social media marketing
fromwww.marketingdive.com
3 days ago

Aerie ups commitment to authenticity with enhanced creator program

The Realmakers Community is meant to offer creators, a long-time focus of Aerie's marketing, a means to grow alongside the brand. Participating creators can earn commissions and have access to product seeding, campaign opportunities and brand-led events.
Marketing
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
4 days ago

Vibes over metrics: Why more creators are holding IRL events to own their audience

IRL creator events are essential for creators to engage and build their brands beyond social media.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Adobe's new AI experiment can whip up a website custom designed for Gen Z

Adobe's Asset Amplify tool generates tailored marketing materials for specific audience segments, enhancing brand design with AI-driven personalization.
#ai-influencers
Social media marketing
fromVogue
4 days ago

Will AI Kill the Creator Economy?

AI-generated influencers like Aitana Lopez are reshaping the fashion and beauty industries, blurring the lines between reality and digital creation.
Social media marketing
fromVogue
4 days ago

Will AI Kill the Creator Economy?

AI-generated influencers like Aitana Lopez are reshaping the fashion and beauty industries, blurring the lines between reality and digital creation.
Web design
fromVerticalResponse
1 month ago

What Is Vibe Coding (And How To Use It For Marketing)

Vibe coding uses AI to generate software from natural language descriptions, enabling non-technical users and developers to build marketing tools, apps, and workflows without traditional coding.
fromInc
4 days ago

The Brand Storytelling Trend: Why It's Happening and How to Win at It

In a world where audiences are flooded with content, cutting through the noise requires more than visibility. Organizations increasingly invest in storytelling and narrative strategists to shape everything from brand voice to internal alignment.
Marketing
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
3 days ago

Why brands like The League are making the first move to take advantage of LinkedIn's creator appeal

The League launched a LinkedIn campaign targeting professionals to expand its marketing strategy beyond traditional platforms.
Marketing
fromEMARKETER
3 days ago

Marketers know what personalization looks like, they just can't produce enough of it

78% of marketers need more personalized content than they can produce, highlighting content capacity as the primary challenge in personalization.
fromEntrepreneur
4 days 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
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
1 week ago

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.
Artificial intelligence
fromDigiday
2 months ago

WTF is vibe coding?

Vibe coding lets creators use natural-language or voice prompts with generative AI to produce functional apps, websites, and digital products without traditional programming expertise.
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