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The Financial Times’ AI paywall drove conversions up 290%. Now it’s learning who stays

The Financial Times is building an AI that doesn’t just know who will pay -- it’s learning who will stay.

How to make a TikTok: The beginner’s guide

TikTok transforms how brands engage with their audiences. The platform drives purchase decisions, supports product research and builds authentic relationships between businesses and consumers. Read more... The post How to make a TikTok: The beginner’s guide appeared first on Sprout Social.

3 stats defining social media in 2026

The data points marketers need to know about how social media usage is changing in the new year.

The AI search visibility audit: 15 questions every CMO should ask

Learn why an audit is essential for addressing the AI visibility gap and driving organic traffic to your site. The post The AI Search Visibility Audit: 15 Questions Every CMO Should Ask appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Trust in AI shopping is limited as shoppers verify on websites

An IAB report finds AI speeds discovery but adds steps, sending shoppers to retailers, search, reviews, and forums to verify details before buying. The post Trust In AI Shopping Is Limited As Shoppers Verify On Websites appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Adobe Express introduces AI assistant for conversational content creation

Adobe launches conversational AI assistant in Express on October 28, enabling creators to design and edit content through natural language interactions.

Adobe expands GenStudio with custom AI models and ad platform integrations

Adobe announced October 28 new GenStudio capabilities including Firefly Foundry custom models, advertising platform integrations, and AI-powered content scaling tools.

How INNBEAUTY’s Alisa Metzger builds trust through real people and real results

What does Alisa Metzger say about the past, present, and future states of the beauty industry? Tune in to this week’s episode of Earned to hear about her inspiring path from working with beauty giants like L'Oreal and La Prairie to launching her own groundbreaking brand. We discuss the evolution of marketing in the beauty industry, the shift to creator-driven strate

Loop marketing vs inbound marketing: How they work together

TL;DR: Loop marketing enhances inbound marketing for the AI era by adding four continuous stages (Express, Tailor, Amplify, Evolve) that use AI and unified data to personalize, distribute, and optimize content, without replacing inbound's customer-first foundation. Layer loop onto your existing inbound assets with AI-powered personalization, multi-channel distributi

Google’s advice on canonicals: They’re case sensitive

Google's John Mueller said case sensitivity matters and SEOs shouldn't just hope it works. The post Google’s Advice On Canonicals: They’re Case Sensitive appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Building an AI CMO that becomes your strategic marketing partner

Are you treating AI like an intern when it could be your chief marketing officer? Wondering how to transform AI from a basic task assistant into a strategic partner for your business? In this article, you'll discover how to build your very own AI chief marketing officer that can help you analyze data, provide strategic […] The post Building an AI CMO That Becomes Yo

Utilizing customer data platforms (CDPs) to drive marketing success

Marketing leaders today are expected to deliver results backed by data, not assumptions. Audiences don’t respond to generic campaigns anymore, and decision-makers want proof that their investments are paying off. To meet these expectations, many organizations are turning to Customer Data Platforms (CDPs). By consolidating information from multiple sources into one s

67% of ChatGPT’s top 1,000 citations are off-limits to marketers (+ more findings)

You can repeat this analysis yourself pretty easily. Just do an open database search in Brand Radar, head to the “Cited pages” report for your desired AI assistant, and export the top 1,000 cited pages. Then run the cited pages…Read more ›

AI Search Blueprint: Entity maps, structured data, IndexNow & the basics

We know how overwhelming it can be to keep pace with rapidly-changing SEO strategies, especially with AI switching up the rules faster than ever. This collection of insights was handpicked to give you clarity and confidence on what really matters right now: how to make your content, structure, and strategy AI-ready, from basics to technical necessities. If you’re re

Who rules AI search? What 3 months of AI visibility data tells us

Explore the key trends from the AI Visibility Index after three months of tracking AI search‘s leading brands and tactics.

Structured data with schema for search and AI

To get search engines to fully understand your site, you need structured data in the form of Schema.org. This guide helps you on your way. The post Structured data with schema for search and AI appeared first on Yoast.

Is your contract manufacturing website losing you opportunities?

Your ideal buyer, a senior engineer at a global OEM, has already done their research. They’ve consulted peers, read industry reports, and used AI tools to compile a shortlist of potential contract manufacturing partners. By the time they land on your homepage, they aren’t browsing. They want to confirm your spot on the shortlist - or rule you out.

TikTok enables real-time iOS conversion tracking through Kochava partnership

TikTok launched iOS real-time conversion reporting with Kochava on October 21, enabling app marketers to access granular conversion insights without SKAN delays for campaigns.

Google Search Console introduces query grouping feature

Search Console Insights now uses AI to group similar search queries, helping site owners analyze user intent patterns and traffic trends more effectively.

AudienceProject executive outlines cross-media measurement priorities

Bruno Furnari joins AudienceProject as CPO to advance independent cross-media measurement amid fragmentation and AI transformation in advertising technology.

Ringier’s editorial advisor says the next editors-in-chief might come from audience development

As Ringier rethinks what its future newsrooms should look like, a provocative idea is on the table

How Kalen Allen navigates brand safety and cultural polarization in the creator economy

As the line between politics and culture becomes more blurred, creators and influencers more often find themselves caught in the crosshairs.

The 4 best lucky orange alternatives

Looking for the best Lucky Orange alternative for analytics? We recommend Crazy Egg for affordable web analytics with a hearty side of A/B testing, surveys,... The post The 4 Best Lucky Orange Alternatives appeared first on The Daily Egg.

YouTube introduces ‘Ask Studio’ AI for channel analytics

YouTube launched Ask Studio, an AI assistant in YouTube Studio that analyzes channel data to surface comment insights, performance analysis, and content ideas. The post YouTube Introduces ‘Ask Studio’ AI For Channel Analytics appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Marketing is removing barriers: Lessons from a destination marketing expert

If you think balancing your content calendar and your Monday meetings is too much, imagine if you also had to factor in superstition, literal witch trials, and being a magical mecca for millions.

Build brand awareness: Strategies to boost visibility

If your target audience doesn’t know you exist, they won’t buy from you. Simple as that. That’s why you need to build brand awareness the right way. Not just through paid ads or ranking for keywords. Real brand awareness is how people remember you, talk about you, and choose you when they’re ready to buy. […]

AdRoll reaches 200 brands activating Experian audiences across channels

AdRoll announces 200 brands activated Experian audiences across web and CTV campaigns since April 2025, signaling growing demand for accurate customer targeting.

Google AI Studio introduces vibe coding for rapid app development

Google AI Studio enables developers to create AI-powered applications through conversational prompts with automatic API integration and model wiring.

The future of SEO teams is human-led and agent-powered

The smartest SEOs won’t fight AI – they’ll lead it. Learn how human-led, agent-powered teams are building the next era of search success.

The human side of AI branding

The Human Side of AI Branding written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing Listen to the full episode: Overview On this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, John Jantsch interviews Mark Kingsley, renowned brand strategist, consultant, and author of “Brands in the Age of AI.” Mark shares how AI is reshaping the landscape of branding—putting pressur