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FanBasis CEO Yash Daftary on scaling creator businesses at CreatorHub 2025

CreatorHub 2025 brought together more than a thousand digital entrepreneurs at the JW Marriott Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida, from August 15-17, considerably expanded from last year’s smaller gathering. FanBasis founder Yash Daftary presented a 45-minute session on building seven-figure monthly offers, drawing from his platform’s unique insights across thousands

Acast launches free certification platform to demystify podcast advertising

Acast has unveiled its free, on-demand Acast Ads Academy, designed to establish industry standards for podcast advertising education and certification. The self-paced learning platform offers two distinct courses: “Podcast Advertising 101” for newcomers and “Podcast Advertising 201” for experienced marketers seeking advanced strategies. Upon completion, participants

What are sales channels and which ones should you use?

‘Don’t call me on my personal mobile again.’

12 of the best sales tactics to close more deals in 2025

It’s time to kick outdated sales tactics to the curb!

Why your Amazon Ads aren't delivering: 6 critical issues to fix

Many Amazon ad delivery issues have little to do with bids. Find out what really stops ads from running – and how to prevent it.

How to create content that works for search and generative engines

Understand the key differences between search rankings and AI citations, and how to create content that performs in both.

How to transfer a domain name in 7 simple steps

There are plenty of smart reasons to transfer a domain. Your current registrar may have raised prices, support might be slow, or you simply want to consolidate renewals and DNS management in one place. Moving a domain to a registrar that fits your budget and workflow makes ongoing site management […] The post How To Transfer A Domain Name in 7 Simple Steps appeared

Creator economy calendar October 2025 — busy schedule this fall

Following a packed September featuring key industry gatherings, including Press Publish NYC, FinCon, and DMEXCO, the creator economy maintains momentum as October offers a dense calendar of events across the United States and internationally. These gatherings are poised to bring together content creators, brands, platforms, and technology providers as the industry n

Talent agency UnderCurrent Talent expands digital creator roster with Project15 acquisition

UnderCurrent Talent has acquired boutique creator management company Project15, bringing additional digital talent to its existing roster of more than 250 creators, according to Variety. Founded in 2019 by CEO Eric Bogard and partners Adam Bogard and Aaron Hoffman, UnderCurrent represents popular digital personalities including JoJo Siwa and Kira Kosarin. The agency

YouTube caught AI enhancing Shorts without creator consent, promises opt-out after backlash

YouTube has admitted to using machine learning to enhance creators’ Shorts videos without their knowledge or consent, following weeks of mounting criticism from content creators. The controversy began when musician and YouTuber Rick Beato noticed unusual changes to a clip of his interview with Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready on YouTube Shorts. “I was like, […]

ByteDance targets $330 billion valuation as revenue surpasses Meta

TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, plans to launch a new employee share buyback program, valuing the firm at more than $330 billion, Reuters reported. The Chinese technology giant will offer current employees $200.41 per share, representing a 5.5% increase from the $189.90 per share offered approximately six months ago, which valued the company at roughly [

Track, prioritize & win in AI search [Webinar]

800M AI searches happen weekly. Learn how top brands measure, optimize & win AI visibility across ChatGPT, Claude & Perplexity. Register free. The post Track, Prioritize & Win In AI Search [Webinar] appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Threads tests in-stream text expansion for longer updates

The option will enable you to create longer text updates in-stream.

Youtube expands gift goals to drive more live-stream donations

Another option to help live-stream creators generate more money.

New insights suggest posting frequency is key to LinkedIn success

Some pointers to help you maximize your LinkedIn approach.

Bud Light touts ultimate tailgating machine with ‘90s-style infomercial

The brewer teamed with Traeger Grills for a keg-meets-grill creation that features in a social spot starring NFL players Baker Mayfield and George Kittle.

Instagram tests picture-in-picture viewing for Reels

The option would enable you to keep watching Reels outside the app.

Snapchat launches improved app promotion options

The array of new options for marketers includes Sponsored Snaps, which will enable app promotions within the inbox.

Reddit publishes 2026 key moments listing [infographic]

Yes, it's time to start planning, or at least thinking about planning, for next year.

Top 50 US podcasts in 2Q25 [Infographic]

Joe Rogan had the most listened to podcast in the United States in the second quarter of 2025, according to recent research. Read the full article at MarketingProfs

Platform and agency execs recommended must-reads to unwind during busy periods.

Senior execs from the likes of TikTok, Snap, OMD USA, Publicis London and more let us in on their favorite page-turners to unwind.

ChatGPT, AI tools gain traction as Google Search slips: survey

AI tool use is accelerating in everyday search, with ChatGPT use nearly tripling while Google’s share slips, survey of U.S. users finds.

TablePress WordPress plugin vulnerability affects 700,000+ sites

WordPress plugin vulnerability affecting the TablePress plugin could lead to stored XSS attacks The post TablePress WordPress Plugin Vulnerability Affects 700,000+ Sites appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Wordpress ocean extra vulnerability affects up to 600,000 sites

WordPress stored XSS vulnerability affects up to 600,000 websites The post WordPress Ocean Extra Vulnerability Affects Up To 600,000 Sites appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

TikTok adds audio messaging, audio and video attachments for DMs

More options for your TikTok messages.

Instagram adds more DM management options

Some new filters for your IG DMs.

Holiday shopping is starting earlier in the year

Stuck targeting just Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Your customers aren’t. Gen Z starts shopping in June. The post Holiday shopping is starting earlier in the year appeared first on MarTech.

Hybrid marketing teams: merging internal experts with agency specialists in B2B

Hybrid marketing teams are best described as the coming together of internal prowess with the specific skill set that external agencies bring along. It does offer agility for quick adaptation in B2B environments, exhaustiveness for running complicated campaigns, and scalability for different market demands. Internal teams usually sit with valuable input on brand kno

Apple announces tax and pricing updates affecting global developers

Apple introduces tax changes across seven countries including 3.5% IOF in Brazil, 24% VAT in Estonia, and removes Canada's DST starting August 21, 2025.

Czech media coalitions establish a ten-point self-regulation framework

Ten major Czech media associations unite to implement European Media Freedom Act requirements through comprehensive industry standards announced August 8, 2025.