The Australian government is preparing to take a bold step by proposing a comprehensive ban that would prevent underage users from accessing social media. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has referred to social media as a “scourge” on young Australians and is determined to introduce legislation by the end of the year. The move, although motivated …
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Google is making a major shift in its video advertising landscape by merging its Video Action Campaigns (VAC) into the more versatile and AI-powered Demand Gen campaigns starting mid next year. The change comes as Google aims to enhance the advertising experience by offering a multi-format, automated approach that promises improved performance and broader reach. …
Social media video is evolving rapidly, with platforms and audience preferences constantly shifting. Tubular Labs’ latest report on the state of social media video highlights key trends that are reshaping how creators and brands engage audiences across major platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Drawing on data from over 11 billion videos and 28 million …
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Looking to fine-tune your Instagram strategy and give your content a little extra push? Instagram chief Adam Mosseri recently shared some valuable tips in his weekly Q&A session on IG Stories that could help you do just that. While these insights might not revolutionise your reach overnight, they offer practical tweaks that can help boost …
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Google Analytics 4 (GA4) just got a serious upgrade with its new benchmarking features, letting businesses size up their performance against industry rivals. The new functionality represents a major advancement for marketers and analysts, providing invaluable context that can help shape more informed strategic decisions. Benchmarking Unleashed: Your Secret Weapon in Analytics Benchmarking is a …
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Instagram, once synonymous with its iconic square images, might soon look drastically different. The platform is testing a significant change to profile pages, which could see the traditional square grid morph into vertical rectangles. This shift aligns with the growing trend of vertical content, especially as Instagram continues to prioritise video formats like Reels. But …
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As generative AI (GenAI) continues to advance, it is becoming an increasingly integral part of social media marketing strategies worldwide. Businesses across the globe are rapidly adopting GenAI to enhance their social media content, with countries like Australia leading the way. However, this trend is not confined to Australia alone—regions such as North America, Europe, …
As we approach the business end of 2024, a new industry report from Wordstream offers useful insight for organisations wanting to benchmark their Meta Ads performance. Grasping these trends and benchmarks is crucial for advertisers aiming to refine their digital marketing strategies. By understanding how various industries perform on platforms like Meta, businesses can make …
In an increasingly digital world, children are coming online at younger ages, engaging with apps and devices that offer a myriad of opportunities for learning, connection, and entertainment. However, recent data highlights some concerning trends regarding the apps children are accessing and the potential risks associated with them. A comprehensive survey by Qustodio, a parental …
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Google is stepping up its search game with the expansion of AI Overviews, a feature that provides detailed, AI-generated summaries directly within search results. Launched in May, these overviews are designed to streamline the search process by offering quick insights and links to relevant sources. With new updates and broader access, AI Overviews are becoming …
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