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James Fitzgerald

TikTok’s US Business Got Sold. Now What for Brands?

After years of legal battles and political tension, TikTok’s future in the United States has entered a new phase. A forced restructuring has allowed the platform to continue operating under a US governed joint venture, easing the immediate threat of a nationwide ban. Headlines have centred heavily on American politics, yet the implications stretch far

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OpenAI Begins Testing Ads Inside ChatGPT

For the past two years, marketers have treated ChatGPT as an emerging discovery surface, experimenting with how generative AI interprets brands, categories, and intent. That phase is now moving into a more commercial reality. OpenAI has confirmed that advertising will begin testing inside ChatGPT in the U.S., signalling the platform’s shift toward a monetised model.

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[STUDY] LinkedIn Signals People Led B2B Shift

LinkedIn has shared new insights into how B2B marketing is evolving, with a clear emphasis on trust, credibility, and human connection. The findings bring together several trends that have been emerging over recent years and position people-powered thought leadership as a central driver of B2B performance heading into 2026. While video adoption, full-funnel events, improved

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LinkedIn Boosts Brand Ads With AI Tools

LinkedIn is expanding its advertising capabilities with a new set of tools designed to help B2B marketers drive stronger brand awareness, deliver more relevant messaging, and streamline creative production. The latest updates include Reserved Ads for premium feed placement, automated ad personalisation, AI-generated copy variants, and a forthcoming Flexible Ad Creation feature. As B2B marketers

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Meta Launches AI Support Hub on Facebook and Instagram

Managing account issues on Facebook and Instagram has long been a point of friction for users, particularly when it comes to recovery and support. Access to direct help has often been limited, and resolving problems could involve lengthy delays or unclear guidance. In response, Meta has introduced a new wave of updates designed to simplify

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