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Google Boosts YouTube Ad Options

In a digital landscape dominated by video, YouTube continues to outpace platforms like Instagram and Facebook in both reach and engagement, especially among younger audiences. While TikTok has gained significant traction in short-form content, YouTube stands apart with its unique combination of short and long-form video, deeper user engagement and multi-format versatility. This positions it

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[STUDY] Google Still #1 For Online Reviews

Fifteen years on from the first edition, BrightLocal’s Local Consumer Review Survey 2025 offers a revealing snapshot of how consumers are finding, interpreting and contributing to online reviews. In a digital world increasingly influenced by video content, AI and shifting consumer expectations, reviews remain a cornerstone of local business discovery — but the rules are

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[NEW REPORT] AI Literacy Tops In-Demand Skills

As the job market evolves at an unprecedented pace, professionals across various industries must adapt by acquiring new skills that align with emerging trends. LinkedIn has recently unveiled its “Skills on the Rise” report, highlighting the fastest-growing skills that are reshaping careers in 2025. Drawing on data from LinkedIn members and job listings, the report

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[NEW STUDY] Longer Short-Form Videos Dominating

Video consumption habits are shifting once again, and this time, it is in a direction many marketers might not have expected. Short-form content remains dominant across social platforms, but there is now a clear trend towards slightly longer short videos, particularly those over one minute in length. Recent data from Buffer suggests that platforms like

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Google Expands YouTube BrandConnect As Influencer Focus Grows

Influencer marketing has become a key component of digital advertising, with brands increasingly turning to content creators to drive awareness and engagement. YouTube has been a significant player in this space, though it has historically focused more on ad placements rather than direct brand-creator collaborations. However, with the growing influence of short-form content and creator-led

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Instagram Chief Explains Video Watch Time Importance

Instagram’s algorithm is constantly evolving, making it essential for marketers to stay ahead of how content is ranked and promoted. With views and watch time now key engagement drivers, many content creators have questioned whether longer videos are at a disadvantage. A recent update from Instagram chief Adam Mosseri sheds light on how the platform

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ChatGPT Growing As Website Traffic Source

Generative AI is fundamentally changing how people search for and engage with online content. While Google remains the dominant force in search, ChatGPT is quickly carving out its own space, particularly among younger audiences and students. Recent research from Semrush, analysing more than 80 million lines of global clickstream data, shows how ChatGPT is not

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