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Media industry
fromTechCrunch
12 hours 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.
fromEngadget
2 days ago
Mental health

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 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.
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
12 hours 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.
Mental health
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most teens report social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat do not harm their mental health, but some experience negative effects on sleep and productivity.
Film
fromKotaku
6 days ago

New Faces of Death A Fun Stab At Grisly State Of Social Media

The proliferation of graphic content online, especially among children, highlights the disturbing impact of social media on society.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 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.
SF LGBT
fromWIRED
15 hours ago

The Influencers Normalizing Not Having Sex

Abstinence from sex is rising among both genders, with young women experiencing a significant increase in celibacy.
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
3 hours 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.
#youtube
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

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.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
20 hours ago

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.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

YouTube livestreams will now hold back ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe | TechCrunch

YouTube will hold back ads during peak chat engagement to enhance viewer experience and reward supporters with ad-free moments.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

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.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
20 hours ago

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.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

YouTube livestreams will now hold back ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe | TechCrunch

YouTube will hold back ads during peak chat engagement to enhance viewer experience and reward supporters with ad-free moments.
Marketing
fromDigiday
21 hours ago

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.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
12 hours ago

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.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 hours 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.
#friendship
fromBustle
5 hours ago
Social media marketing

Inject Whimsy Into Your Friendships With The "First Follower Theory"

Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day 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.
Social media marketing
fromBustle
5 hours ago

Inject Whimsy Into Your Friendships With The "First Follower Theory"

An audacious friend is essential for embracing whimsical ideas and creating exciting, supportive friendships.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 hours ago

How Technology Has Transformed Cinematography

The small, lightweight, inexpensive camcorder was a great liberator for filmmaking. Not only did it mark a significant leap in accessibility, it also made it easier for filmmakers to achieve the kind of raw, immediate visual language that had been established by directors like Spike Jonze in Video Days (1991).
Photography
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Building AI bots becomes the latest viral craze in China

OpenClaw AI bots, known as little lobsters, are gaining popularity in China for their ability to perform tasks like managing schedules and answering emails.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Building AI bots becomes the latest viral craze in China

OpenClaw AI bots, known as little lobsters, are gaining popularity in China for their ability to perform tasks like managing schedules and answering emails.
#creator-economy
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
11 hours ago

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.
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
11 hours ago

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.
Data science
fromMarTech
12 hours ago

Synthetic research is a promise with a catch | MarTech

Economic pressure for quick research results conflicts with the scientific demand for rigor, leading to potential biases in synthetic data outputs.
Exercise
fromBustle
1 day ago

"Pinky Time" Is The Wellness Hack You Can Do From The Couch

A viral pinky exercise on TikTok claims to promote brain health and slow cognitive decline.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day 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.
Online marketing
fromInc
1 day ago

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.
Music
fromAV Club
2 days ago

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.
Video games
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Why Brands Need To Pick Up The Controller And Level Up In The Gaming World

The pandemic significantly increased gaming engagement, with mobile gaming becoming a key focus for brands and content creators.
#gen-z
Marketing
fromMacon Telegraph
4 days ago

Generation Z marketing strategies for small businesses

Understanding Gen Z's values and preferences is crucial for small businesses to effectively market and connect with this generation.
fromDeadline
2 days ago
Media industry

Former Disney & Discovery Exec Carolina Lightcap Launches ShowUp Studios To Create Gen Z Content On YouTube & TikTok

Marketing
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

Generation Z marketing strategies for small businesses

Understanding Gen Z's values and preferences is crucial for small businesses to effectively market and connect with this generation.
Marketing
fromMacon Telegraph
4 days ago

Generation Z marketing strategies for small businesses

Understanding Gen Z's values and preferences is crucial for small businesses to effectively market and connect with this generation.
fromDeadline
2 days ago
Media industry

Former Disney & Discovery Exec Carolina Lightcap Launches ShowUp Studios To Create Gen Z Content On YouTube & TikTok

Marketing
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

Generation Z marketing strategies for small businesses

Understanding Gen Z's values and preferences is crucial for small businesses to effectively market and connect with this generation.
Law
fromDigiday
4 days ago

Creator scandals have turned morality clauses into brands' go-to exit strategy

Brands use morality clauses to terminate partnerships with creators when they become liabilities, allowing unilateral power without explanation.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

This TikTok vigilante is calling out what he says are obnoxious influencers and getting legal threats

Jay became a prominent influencer critic after mocking entitled influencers, helping to grow his family's snack brand on TikTok.
#streaming
Television
fromForbes
2 days ago

The TV And Movie Content That Drove Social Media In 2025

Younger generations prefer social media recommendations for TV and movies over traditional streaming platform suggestions.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
9 hours ago

Wall Street Is Punishing Netflix on Guidance, but Price Hikes Reveal the Real Story

Streaming remains essential for families despite economic challenges, with Netflix reporting strong revenue growth but facing stock decline due to missed guidance.
Digital life
fromBustle
5 hours ago

You Can Pry This Cheugy Millennial Habit From My Cold, Dead Hands

Millennials prefer making big purchases on larger screens due to trust issues with mobile devices.
#influencer-marketing
Marketing
fromHer Campus
1 day ago

FOLLOWERS DON'T EQUAL SALES: WHY INFLUENCER BRANDS ARE MISSING THE MARK

Influencer marketing is losing effectiveness as consumers demand more than just a large following; they seek product differentiation and value.
Marketing
fromHer Campus
1 day ago

FOLLOWERS DON'T EQUAL SALES: WHY INFLUENCER BRANDS ARE MISSING THE MARK

Influencer marketing is losing effectiveness as consumers demand more than just a large following; they seek product differentiation and value.
fromBlavity News & Entertainment
1 day ago

Blavity Media Group Expands Into Connected TV Through Partnership With OTTera - Blavity

"Black culture has never been confined to one screen, and neither should the brands that want to show up authentically for our audience. This partnership with OTTera means that for the first time, a brand can walk into BMG and leave with a campaign that reaches Black America from their morning scroll to their living room couch. That is a first in Black media, and we built it," said Morgan DeBaun, CEO.
Marketing tech
#netflix
Media industry
fromAV Club
8 hours ago

Netflix is adding a vertical video feed to compete with YouTube

Netflix will launch a redesigned mobile app featuring a TikTok-like vertical video feed focused on promoting its shows and movies.
Television
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Netflix embraces vertical video with major mobile app update

Netflix will launch a redesigned mobile app with a vertical video feed at the end of April 2026.
Television
fromTechCrunch
12 hours ago

Netflix plans to add a vertical video feed, use AI for recommendations | TechCrunch

Netflix is launching a TikTok-like vertical video feed and expanding AI use for content creation and recommendations.
Television
fromCNET
1 day ago

Netflix Is Introducing Vertical Video to Mobile App This Month

Netflix will introduce vertical video feeds to its mobile app by the end of April to enhance user engagement.
Television
from9to5Mac
2 days ago

Netflix ruined its Apple TV app by switching to a custom video player - 9to5Mac

Netflix replaced the native tvOS video player with a custom player, causing user frustration and loss of Apple TV features.
Media industry
fromAV Club
8 hours ago

Netflix is adding a vertical video feed to compete with YouTube

Netflix will launch a redesigned mobile app featuring a TikTok-like vertical video feed focused on promoting its shows and movies.
Television
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Netflix embraces vertical video with major mobile app update

Netflix will launch a redesigned mobile app with a vertical video feed at the end of April 2026.
Television
fromTechCrunch
12 hours ago

Netflix plans to add a vertical video feed, use AI for recommendations | TechCrunch

Netflix is launching a TikTok-like vertical video feed and expanding AI use for content creation and recommendations.
Television
fromCNET
1 day ago

Netflix Is Introducing Vertical Video to Mobile App This Month

Netflix will introduce vertical video feeds to its mobile app by the end of April to enhance user engagement.
Television
from9to5Mac
2 days ago

Netflix ruined its Apple TV app by switching to a custom video player - 9to5Mac

Netflix replaced the native tvOS video player with a custom player, causing user frustration and loss of Apple TV features.
fromGamesBeat
12 hours ago

10 years in gaming: Sportfive shares lessons from its first decade in interactive media

Sportfive's gaming department, which started with just three dedicated employees in 2016, has now expanded to a robust team of 80, highlighting the agency's commitment to the gaming sector.
Marketing
#short-form-video
Digital life
fromPocket-lint
1 day 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.
Digital life
fromPocket-lint
1 day 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.
#tiktok
Games
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Go play this secret game in your TikTok DMs | TechCrunch

TikTok has introduced a secret emoji game in DMs where users bounce across alligators to compete for high scores.
Film
fromVariety
2 weeks ago

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.
Social media marketing
fromMashable
2 days ago

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

TikTok is perceived by teens as a major distraction, negatively impacting sleep and productivity more than Instagram and Snapchat.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
1 day 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.
Social media marketing
fromWWD
3 days ago

Beauty Brands Are Heavily Reliant on Paid Content for TikTok Growth, Data Shows

Paid content significantly drives TikTok views growth for beauty brands, with most top brands relying heavily on sponsored content.
Games
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Go play this secret game in your TikTok DMs | TechCrunch

TikTok has introduced a secret emoji game in DMs where users bounce across alligators to compete for high scores.
Film
fromVariety
2 weeks ago

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.
Social media marketing
fromMashable
2 days ago

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

TikTok is perceived by teens as a major distraction, negatively impacting sleep and productivity more than Instagram and Snapchat.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
1 day 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.
Social media marketing
fromWWD
3 days ago

Beauty Brands Are Heavily Reliant on Paid Content for TikTok Growth, Data Shows

Paid content significantly drives TikTok views growth for beauty brands, with most top brands relying heavily on sponsored content.
Media industry
fromObserver
11 hours ago

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.
#retail-media
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 days ago

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.
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 days ago

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.
Marketing
fromModern Retail
4 days ago

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.
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 days ago

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.
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 days ago

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.
Marketing
fromModern Retail
4 days ago

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.
Media industry
fromHer Campus
4 hours ago

How Declining Attention Spans Are Changing Our Media

Second Screen Viewing influences writers to simplify storylines and dialogue for audiences distracted by their phones.
Marketing
fromThedrum
1 day ago

DON'T LOSE THE PLOT: WHY BRANDS STILL NEED A GOOD STORY

Storytelling remains essential for brands to connect with consumers in a content-saturated world.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

QVC prepares for bankruptcy protection in the era of influencers, TikTok and Temu

QVC Group intends to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas after reaching a restructuring agreement with creditors.
Television
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
2 days 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.
Marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

Creator Marketing's $500 Billion Blind Spot In Video Advertising

Brands treat creator marketing as sponsorships rather than media investments, limiting its growth potential despite significant market opportunities.
Apple
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Why Apple is Flooding TikTok With 'Unhinged' Videos

Apple launched an intentionally absurdist TikTok marketing campaign featuring surreal, colorful videos to promote the MacBook Neo, a $599 laptop with an A18 Pro chip launching March 11, 2026.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

TikTok challenger Triller makes a surprising revenue reveal: $0 from its media businesses

Triller reported $0 in media revenue for 2025, despite previous claims of significant user engagement and revenue generation.
Marketing
fromThedrum
3 days ago

A Blueprint for the Future of TV Advertising

Clichés, assumed wisdom, best practices, and dogma hinder innovation in the media industry, necessitating courage and creativity for future success.
Social media marketing
fromMail Online
3 days ago

Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.
#video-marketing
Media industry
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
1 week ago

Top Influencers' Secret Weapon for Engagement Might Be Replaced by AI

Evan Stanfield's marketing agency Clipping Culture utilizes freelancers to create shortform videos, while AI technology is increasingly used in video editing and production.
Marketing
fromSfgate
2 weeks ago

Tips to create short-form video to reach new audiences

Creating short-form videos is essential for businesses to effectively reach audiences and drive growth.
Media industry
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
1 week ago

Top Influencers' Secret Weapon for Engagement Might Be Replaced by AI

Evan Stanfield's marketing agency Clipping Culture utilizes freelancers to create shortform videos, while AI technology is increasingly used in video editing and production.
Marketing
fromSfgate
2 weeks ago

Tips to create short-form video to reach new audiences

Creating short-form videos is essential for businesses to effectively reach audiences and drive growth.
Marketing
fromInc
6 days ago

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.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

There's Something Very Dark About a Lot of Those Viral AI Fruit Videos

"I've spent a lot of time looking at the comment sections on these videos actually, and it does not seem like bots. I clicked on people's profiles, these are real profiles, thousands of followers, no signs of inorganic activity. People just like it."
Television
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

TikTok-like microdramas are going to make billions this year, even though they kind of suck | TechCrunch

Short-form microdrama apps are generating billions in consumer spending and rapidly expanding in the U.S., driven by in-app purchases, ads, and investor funding.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Cameo partners with TikTok to boost popularity | TechCrunch

Cameo videos regularly go viral on TikTok, and TikTok talent delivered its strongest year yet on Cameo in 2025, according to Cameo CEO Steven Galanis.
Social media marketing
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
3 weeks ago

Young people want their news to be more fun, a new report says

Young adults prefer news that is entertaining and fun, contrasting with older adults who favor traditional news sources.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Why vertical video content is helping news publishing stay the right side up

Advertisers should use the open internet and vertical video, prioritizing content quality and consumption behavior over exclusive social-platform spending to boost attention and performance.
fromThedrum
1 month ago

Why your social content should make people curious

It's our job to be translators of science so people understand what's happening and why it's so important. It's a global ocean. Just because something's happening in one place, doesn't mean it's not going to have an effect elsewhere in the world.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
1 month ago

Is Social Media Creating Micro-Celebrities?

The rise of TikTok and YouTube has dramatically changed the lives of content creators by turning social media into a legitimate career path rather than just a hobby. These platforms allow ordinary people to build massive audiences without traditional media connections, often through algorithm-driven exposure.
Social media marketing
Marketing
fromDigiday
1 month ago

Why more brands are rethinking influencer marketing with gamified micro-creator programs

Major retailers are replacing traditional affiliate marketing with gamified, always-on creator programs that reward micro-creators for consistent content and build long-term brand relationships.
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