If you’ve recently noticed a reduction in the size of link preview images on LinkedIn, you’re not alone. This change is part of a broader update announced by LinkedIn, which is gradually rolling out across the platform. While some posts still display the full-width preview images, this is becoming increasingly rare for organic content. The …
Apple looks set to intensify the artificial intelligence (AI) arms race next month at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). Despite pioneering early AI efforts with the launch of Siri in 2011, Apple now finds itself lagging behind competitors like OpenAI, Meta, and Google, which are leagues ahead. As Apple gears up to unveil new generative …
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Google’s parent company, Alphabet, is reportedly exploring a significant acquisition of HubSpot, the well-known U.S. marketing software maker with a market value of $35 billion. If realised, this potential deal would be Google’s largest acquisition to date and could significantly bolster its position against Microsoft in offering cloud-based applications to businesses. Strategic Expansion into Customer …
From its launch in 2016, TikTok has established itself as a global entertainment hub, now with over 1 billion users. It has set the pace for the wider industry and sparked online crazes and trends for everything from feta cheese to cranberry juice and Crocs. At its 4th annual TikTok World event this week, TikTok …
Meta’s strategic pivot away from news content is dramatically reshaping the landscape of digital news referrals. Recent data from Chartbeat and Similarweb underscores the magnitude of this shift, revealing a sharp decline in Facebook referral traffic to news and media websites. The statistics are striking: referrals have plummeted by 50% in the past year alone, …
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In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in the marketing industry is accelerating. According to the 2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report by Microsoft and LinkedIn, AI skills have become indispensable for marketing professionals. This extensive study surveyed over 31,000 people across 31 countries, providing a comprehensive overview …
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The integration of AI into Google Search is rapidly transforming online discovery. Google’s announcement at Google I/O this week about the roll-out of AI Overviews to all US-based searchers marks a significant milestone in this evolution. By the end of the year, this feature will be available to over a billion users globally. As we …
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Meta is expanding its Verification for Business subscription package, introducing three new tiers. The expansion introduces new elements and higher-priced tiers designed to cater to a broader range of business needs. The updated tiers aim to offer more flexibility and advanced features, ensuring businesses can enhance their credibility and engagement on Meta’s platforms. Meta Newsroom …
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After almost a decade on the sidelines, LinkedIn is rapidly becoming a priority platform for many organisations, according to a recent Social Insider study. The 2024 LinkedIn Benchmarks Study has unveiled some useful trends for communicators, notably a significant 44% year-on-year increase in engagement rates. The benchmark focuses on Pages with between 1,000 and 1 …
Meta is expanding its suite of creative tools with the introduction of more sophisticated generative AI capabilities for ads. The latest enhancements include advanced text and image generation, creative expansion, text overlays, and a centralised hub of AI tools within Ads Manager, among other features. This upgrade aims to provide advertisers with more dynamic and …
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