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Elon’s hoping that X’s new vAI video generation options will spark a new wave of interest in the app.

Meta says its AI-powered ad tools are driving better response for many ad partners.

A useful way to understand an evolved organism or system is to ask what it wants. What actions does it need to evoke to survive or thrive? The flower wants bees to visit, the berries want to be eaten by birds. Obviously, they don’t have conscious intent, but this desire guides their progression through the […]

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The CPG company could face additional long-term costs on its ‘most important ingredient’: tomatoes from the San Marzano region of Italy.

During X's recent Spaces event, Elon Musk unveiled the vision for Grok to automate as much of the ad process as possible.

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Appleton, WI — Chelsea Drusch, Director of Client Strategy at Weidert Group, will present breakthrough insights on how AI and behavioral shifts are reshaping the manufacturing sales landscape during her session at the 2025 Manufacturing First Expo & Conference. The event will be held Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the Resch Expo in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

When people talk about marketing strategy, they usually focus on content, platforms, analytics, and creative tools. They don’t usually focus on what kind of internet connection runs in the background. But the reality is, no matter how sharp your team is or how compelling your campaigns, a bad internet connection can quietly kill your marketing […]

What does “benchmarking” your tech stack actually mean? It’s not just a cost-cutting exercise or a software wishlist. Benchmarking is about understanding how your current setup compares to a modern, connected tech stack. Think of it like stepping back and asking: Are we using the right tools in the right way? Where are the overlaps, blind spots or bottlenecks? Is th

Instagram launches reposts, Meta releases more updates for Edits, theres a new Instagram Map feature, and more social media news.

L’Oréal has drawn criticism for hiring Ari Kytsya, a U.S.-based OnlyFans adult content creator, as a brand ambassador for its Urban Decay makeup line. The brand, known for its popularity among teenagers, launched an “anti-bland” campaign featuring Kytsya in July. The controversial TikTok advertisement, which has garnered over 18.7 million views on Urban Decay’s plat

Piers Morgan has publicly retracted his claim that Jake Paul’s boxing matches are “boring, staged bulls***” after the YouTube star-turned-professional boxer took legal steps to address what he considers defamatory statements. Morgan issued a lengthy apology to his 8.9 million followers on social media platform X on August 9. “I posted a few weeks ago […]

Image: Hypetap Managing Director Bryce Coombe & Managing Partner Shane HolmesCredit: Hypetap Australian influencer marketing agency Hypetap has appointed Shane Holmes as Managing Partner of its newly established Sydney office. The expansion aims to strengthen Hypetap’s national footprint and follows its international growth with the opening of a London office in 202

Sixteenth, a global creator talent management company within Whalar Group, announced RJ Larese as the new President of Sixteenth U.S. Larese brings nearly two decades of experience across media, entertainment, and talent development, most recently serving as VP of Talent and Influencer Marketing at Paramount Global, where he led creator strategy and talent partnersh

Prebiotic soda brand Poppi has launched its first-ever influencer-designed can featuring TikToker Alix Earle, exclusively available at Walmart stores nationwide. The limited-edition Raspberry Rose flavor showcases Earle’s personal design elements, including high heels and polka dots drawn by the influencer herself. Earle, who transitioned from brand fan to investor

Ludwig Ahgren announced the return of his Red Bull-sponsored Streamer Games for 2025, expanding the competition to feature 40 content creators. The event, scheduled for August 16-17 at Leuzinger High School in Lawndale, California, builds on the success of the 2024 inaugural tournament that attracted peak viewership of 175,500 concurrent viewers and accumulated 1.75

TikTok launched a direct hotel booking feature through a partnership with Booking.com, allowing users to reserve accommodations without leaving the app. The integration enables travelers to enter check-in and check-out dates and book available rooms at specific properties directly through TikTok’s interface. According to a Business Insider report, each hotel feature

Google's Gary Illyes confirmed that AI-generated image content does not have a negative impact on SEO. The post Google Says AI-Generated Images Will Not Cause Ranking Penalty appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Is this the next stage of brand community building?

Another step to boost interest in X’s AI offerings.

Reddit’s looking to implement more protections to maintain control over its data.

TikTok’s looking to help fans join in the celebration around the Jonas Brothers’ latest release.

Some new options for your announcements on LinkedIn.

Some new updates to help protect your IP across Meta’s apps.

The initial adoption of new technology follows a regular pattern. The first group are hobbyists, people looking for a fascinating way to spend time. But that’s a small group–ham radio operators, for example, or theremin musicians. It’s the second group that gets the rest of us to take notice. They use technology to save time […]

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Finding the right B2B marketing agency is about partnering with a team that understands how modern buyers research and purchase, and can demonstrate genuine business impact through measurable results. While creative portfolios and industry recognition certainly have their place, what truly matters is an agency's ability to drive pipeline growth and revenue for their