Zuckerberg Says That Facebook Will Start Adding Labels to Rule-Breaking Content From Politicians

With more companies joining a planned boycott of Facebook ad spend in July, CEO Mark Zuckerberg has said that Facebook will start labelling content from politicians which break platform rules.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 26, 2020

YouTube Launches 'How YouTube Works' Explainer Platform to Share Information on Platform Policies

YouTube has launched a new hub of information on its various platform policies, and how they're implemented.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 25, 2020

Snapchat Outlines Key Topics and Trends on the Rise in New Report [Infographic]

Snapchat has published a new trends report, which highlights all the key topics that have seen increased discussion among Snapchatters in the first half of 2020.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 25, 2020

YouTube Showcases Top Ad Campaigns as Part of its 2020 NewFronts Presentation

YouTube has showcased some of the best examples of advertising on its platform as part of its 2020 NewFronts event.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 25, 2020

TikTok Launches 'TikTok for Business' Platform for Marketers

TikTok has launched a new 'TikTok fo Business' website, which is a hub for news and information around how marketers can make use of the platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 25, 2020

Facebook Rolls Out Updates for Live Producer Streaming Platform, Including Graphic Overlays for Broadcasts

Facebook is rolling out some new updates to its Live Producer live-streaming platform, including graphic overlays and feature links.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 24, 2020

More Brands Join Campaign to Pause Facebook Ad Spend in July in Protest Over Policy Decisions

Several big-name brands will halt their Facebook ad spend next month in protest over the company's decision not to address hate speech.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 24, 2020

Twitter Pushes More Ads into Feeds, Improves Responsiveness of Algorithm

Noticed more ads in your Twitter feed of late? Twitter testing out some new, in-feed presentation options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2020

Facebook Adds New 'Limited Data Use' Setting to Help Businesses Comply with CCPA

Facebook is rolling out a new tool to help businesses comply with California's data-protective Consumer Privacy Act.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2020

Facebook Launches 'Summer of Support' Program to Provide Digital Marketing Training to Businesses

Facebook will run a series of digital marketing education and information sessions over the US summer to help businesses maximize their online efforts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2020

Instagram Updates Eligibility Requirements for Instagram Shopping Ahead of Broader eCommerce Push

Instagram has published a new set of requirements for businesses looking to use its shopping tools, including the new Shops option. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2020

Instagram Will Enable New Advertisers to Create Ads Without Linking to a Facebook Page

Instagram is giving new advertisers in some regions the option to create Instagram ads without having to link to Facebook Ads Manager.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2020

Social Media Image and Video Sizes Cheat Sheet 2020 [Infographic]

Ensure your visuals look their best with this overview of key image size and formatting requirements across the major social platforms.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2020

How CPG Brands Can Leverage Influencer Marketing to Drive Results [Infographic]

Facebook has published a new report which looks at how consumer packaged goods businesses can utilize influencer marketing to maximize their reach and response.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2020

The Importance of Video Marketing in eCommerce: 27 Stats You Need to Know [Infographic]

Video can play a key role in maximizing your eCommerce marketing - check out these stats.

By Mark Walker-Ford • June 21, 2020

LinkedIn Publishes New Guide on Using Its Events and Live-Streaming Tools

LinkedIn has published a new guide to using its Events and live-streaming tools for your business functions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 19, 2020

Civil Rights Groups Call on Advertisers to Pause Facebook Ad Spend in July

Civil rights groups have called on advertisers to stop their Facebook ad spend in July in protest against the company's inaction over racist and divisive content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 19, 2020

How TikTok's Algorithm Works - As Explained by TikTok

TikTok has provided an overview of how its recommendation algorithm works, and what elements factor into its reach calculations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 18, 2020

Instagram Tests Shopping Tags in Post Captions

Instagram is testing shopping tags in post captions with some creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 17, 2020

11 Ways to Build Deeper Connection with Your Brand Audience [Infographic]

How do the world's most loved brands become so loved? The team from Talkwalker has identified 11 steps that you can take to improve consumer connection.

By Dan Seavers • June 16, 2020

Planning Your TikTok Strategy in 4 Steps [Infographic]

TikTok has published a basic overview of an effective TikTok advertising approach.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2020

New Report Looks at How COVID-19 Consumption Behaviors will Influence Gen Z Activity Moving Forward

A new report from Boston Consulting Group looks at how Gen Z digital behaviors are changing, and how those behaviors may translate into the post-COVID future.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2020

Pinterest Publishes New Data on Emerging eCommerce Behaviors

Pinterest has published new data on the rise of grocery and food shopping online amid COVID-19, which could have wider implications for eCommerce.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

Snapchat Launches New 'Snap Focus' Advertising Education Courses

Snapchat has launched a new set of education courses to help marketers get the most out of its various ad options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

Facebook Provides New Overview of How its Ad System Works

Facebook has provided a new overview of how its ad system works as part of its "Good Questions, Real Answers" series.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 14, 2020