Social Media: Page 190


  • Facebook's Dynamic Ads can now be targeted based on interest

    The new option could help marketers acquire customers similar to their existing ones. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 11, 2017
  • Snapchat tests deep linking, lead gen ads

    As its advertising offerings evolve, Snapchat is trying to do a better job of giving marketers what they want.

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 11, 2017
  • Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Marketing Dive

    From the continued rise of artificial intelligence to the emergence of new digital channels, here's a look at key trends driving marketing in 2026.

    By Marketing Dive staff
  • Twitter is shutting down its Dashboard app

    The tool, launched last summer, offers businesses a centralized location for managing activity on the social media platform.  

    By Jan. 10, 2017
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    Mountain Dew focuses on mobile with new global campaign

    Ads are designed for the mobile apps of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat.

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 10, 2017
  • Facebook tests mid-roll ads to monetize growing video strategy

    Despite being disruptive, the format typically has a high completion rate. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 10, 2017
  • Study: 59% of millennials only watch YouTube ads until they can skip

    It's not all bad news, though, as 29% report viewing ads to completion.

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 9, 2017
  • L'Oréal Paris brought Snapchat Spectacles to the Golden Globe red carpet

    Celebrity makeup artist Sir John and two other brand ambassadors showed off the hardware.

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 9, 2017
  • Airbnb taps Twitter 360-degree video for immersive 'tours'

    The home-sharing service offers a new way to explore the world and plan travel. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 9, 2017
  • Deep Dive

    Has Facebook gone too far copying Snapchat?

    The social media giant hasn't been shy about cribbing ideas, but should the newcomer be concerned?

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 9, 2017
  • Facebook exec: Marketers must take a broad view on digital video

    Experimentation is necessary as a number of different takes on digital video emerge. 

    By Jan. 9, 2017
  • PGA names Twitter as exclusive live streaming partner

    TV-style mid-roll ads and original content are available for advertisers to sponsor. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 6, 2017
  • Torture video might raise questions for marketers on Facebook Live

    An hour-long stream of a violent assault points to how easy it is for extreme live content to slip past censors.  

    By Jan. 6, 2017
  • Deep Dive

    How marketers can level-up their gamification strategies

    Gamification can drive results, but a clear approach to strategy is essential before diving in.

    By Shalina Chatlani • Jan. 5, 2017
  • Report: Google expands effort with YouTube Labs to link brands, influencers

    Following an alpha test with L’Oreal USA in 2016, talent brokering will be offered to more brands this year. 

    By Jan. 5, 2017
  • Forbes previews '30 under 30' on Snapchat popup channel

    In a first, the publisher released content from one of its signature lists on a platform other than its own.

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 4, 2017
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    Deep Dive

    What 4 of last year's buzziest industry forecasts portend for 2017 and beyond

    Analysts predicted that much of 2016’s turmoil will carry over into the new year as channels like digital and mobile continue to accelerate.

    By Jan. 4, 2017
  • Deep Dive

    10 ways digital marketing will evolve in 2017

    As the newly anointed largest media channel by investment, digital marketing will look more polished in the months ahead as marketers give it its due. 

    By Jan. 3, 2017
  • Snapchat taps AI to boost ad targeting

    A "goal-based bidding” tool uses machine learning to let marketers target users more likely to engage their ads. 

    By David Kirkpatrick , Jan. 3, 2017
  • Deep Dive

    5 times Facebook showed it's still getting the hang of digital marketing in 2016

    Twelve years into its existence, the world’s largest social network continues to struggle with some basics even as it pushes exciting new frontiers.  

    By Dec. 30, 2016
  • Twitter is latest to add 360-degree live streaming

    Periscope technology gets an upgrade, though not everyone can use it.  

    By Dec. 29, 2016
  • Report: Snapchat acquires augmented reality startup Cimagine

    The deal brings with it technology that overlays 3-D product images onto real-time video. 

    By Dec. 27, 2016
  • Deep Dive

    Holiday campaigns from Subaru, Oreo highlight how to do digital

    As traditional brand messaging channels lose some of their luster and audience, digital elements are increasingly essential to making the connection.  

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 27, 2016
  • Report: Facebook discussions with MRC infer step toward accreditation of metrics

    The social media giant may recognize a need for help in rebuilding trust with brands following a series of metrics flubs. 

    By Dec. 23, 2016
  • Study: Facebook ads key for 33% of SMB marketers this holiday

    A survey from GetResponse also found that 60% have increased their holiday marketing budgets. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 23, 2016
  • Macy's The Santa Project generates 7.3M engagements

    Messaging around belief in Santa connects with consumers. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 23, 2016