Social media engagement is becoming more challenging as competition increases and user behaviours evolve. Brands can no longer rely on outdated tactics and must adapt to new platform trends to maintain visibility and interaction. A recent analysis of 125 million social media posts, published in the 2025 Social Media Benchmarks Report by Socialinsider, reveals where […]
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Meta has officially started testing ads on Threads, marking a significant step in the platform’s evolution. While Threads hasn’t yet reached the one billion user milestone that Meta initially suggested would be the trigger for monetisation, its rapid growth to 300 million monthly active users has prompted the company to introduce ads earlier than expected.
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LinkedIn has unveiled a new data-driven attribution model, designed to provide advertisers with a more accurate and comprehensive view of how their campaigns influence customer behaviour. Traditional attribution models, particularly last-click attribution, have long been criticised for overemphasising bottom-of-the-funnel interactions while undervaluing upper- and mid-funnel efforts. By integrating Multi-Touch Attribution (MTA) and Marketing Mix Modelling
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Instagram has once again shifted its approach to video content. After advising brands and creators to keep Reels under 90 seconds for better engagement, the platform is now actively promoting and recommending Reels up to three minutes long. This change reflects Instagram’s evolving strategy to compete with TikTok and adapt to shifting audience behaviours. For
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Instagram has introduced a major update to its profile grid, replacing the familiar square thumbnails with vertical, rectangular images. This change reflects the growing dominance of vertical content on the platform, particularly Reels, and signals a shift in how users showcase their posts. While the update has drawn both praise and criticism, Instagram Chief Adam
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Meta is in the process of rolling out Community Notes, a new crowdsourced initiative designed to replace third-party fact-checking. Modelled after the system used by X (formerly Twitter), Community Notes will empower users to provide additional context to posts flagged as potentially misleading. This shift represents a significant change in Meta’s content moderation strategy, aiming
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Instagram is gearing up for significant changes in 2025, with a strategic focus on creativity, connection, and the integration of AI technology. Adam Mosseri, Head of Instagram, recently outlined the platform’s priorities, signalling opportunities for brands, marketers, and creators to adapt their strategies and capitalise on new features. These upcoming changes are designed to enhance
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YouTube has officially rolled out its long-anticipated update, allowing all users to create Shorts up to three minutes in length. This marks the final stage of the platform’s plan, first announced in October last year, to expand the maximum length of Shorts clips. By extending the duration, YouTube aims to maximise the potential of its
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Meta is doubling down on artificial intelligence (AI), promising a future where generative AI characters are as much a part of your social media experience as your actual friends and followers. With plans to roll out millions of AI-driven profiles on Facebook and Instagram, the company is betting big on using AI to boost engagement
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Instagram has introduced Trial Reels, a feature designed to help businesses take the guesswork out of content creation. Imagine testing out a bold campaign idea or showcasing a new product to fresh eyes without worrying about how your current followers will react. That’s exactly what Trial Reels make possible. By allowing businesses to share Reels
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