Also this month in social media news: Facebook releases details of its forthcoming cryptocurrency, and Instagram Pushes IGTV With Horizontal Video LinkedIn updates ad features. Highlights: Facebook is removing several Information sections from business Pages, while also testing a feature that lets users preview posts. LinkedIn is increasing transparency for native advertising and boosting its
Also, this month in social media news: Facebook shows marketing decline; Instagram introduces unfollower statistics for creators; and YouTube adds still-image ads. Highlights: Facebook announces a new redesign that puts Groups at the center – and brands on the outskirts. For the first time in 5 years, Facebook marketing is in decline. Instagram is testing
We get many queries from manufacturers about social marketing — mostly, why and how should I use it — so here are our answers to the most-popular questions manufacturers ask about social media. Highlights: Facilitate networking opportunities, thought leadership, and prospect/client relationships. Consider using popular platforms like YouTube and Instagram to engage users and drive
Also, this month in social media news: LinkedIn adds a “Teammates” option to facilitate connections among colleagues, and Facebook is testing a Stories-like newsfeed. Highlights: Facebook is giving users increased access to what information advertisers have on them. Instagram is considering joining Facebook in promoting communal video experiences. LinkedIn’s “Teammates” feature helps users prioritize content
Also, this month in social media news: Twitter launches new camera tools to increase visual focus; and Pinterest introduces Catalogs and expands shopping ads. This month on social media news, we’re seeing a few trends continuing. Platforms are increasingly offering robust analytics tools to content creators in an effort to boost engagement. This time, it’s
New reports show an overall decline in social media use. With dropping numbers, why should businesses continue to use social media use? Here’s seven reasons why your brand still needs social media. Highlights: Social media usage has seen a steady decline in usage over the past two years. Having a presence on social media shows
Also this month in social media news: YouTube has reached nearly 2 billion monthly users; Instagram is developing a feature to simplify multiple account management; and YouTube addresses “dislike mobs.” Highlights: Social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn are working to streamline their platforms. YouTube usage continues to grow, as the platform begins addressing
Also, this month in social media news: Instagram allows posts to multiple accounts; Snapchat shares research on social media use; and YouTube adds new swipe-to-view option. Highlights Facebook and YouTube are making changes that reflect a shift toward the Stories format. Snapchat releases research revealing that users seek different types of content on different social
Our most-viewed social media posts confirm there’s only one thing that stays the same with social platforms: they’re always changing. Today, more than ever, companies are turning to social media to engage with customers and reach new audiences. But staying current with updates and new technologies is no easy task for marketers. 2018 was the
Also in social media news, November 2018: Instagram tests options to promote stories on business pages, Pinterest unveils updates to self-serve ad tools, and Facebook tests advanced analytics for Instagram. November was the month of social media updates and the development of new tools aimed at helping brands. Though Facebook has vowed to boost content
Also in social media news, October 2018: Snapchat partners with Amazon on visual search tool, Google Plus is shutting down, and Instagram adds Quick Replies for business accounts. With the arrival of Halloween, we know that the holidays are quickly approaching. Consumers will be busy making plans and diving into holiday specials. But social networks will
Also in social media news, September 2018: Twitter launches audio-only live streaming, and Facebook Creator Studio is going global. The kids are back to school, football is back on tv, and the leaves are starting to change colors. This can only mean one thing: fall is officially upon us. What does this mean for our
