With LiveRail changes, Facebook puts priority on native and video

As Facebook's Audience Network hits its stride, with $250 million in ad spending in Q4 2015, the social titan announced its LiveRail ad server business will enter into a new phase of development.

By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 8, 2016

GroupM is getting exclusive access to Fullscreen influencer data

The deal between Fullscreen and GroupM for exclusive access to influencer data is centered around YouTube creators.

By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 7, 2016

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Twitter said to be ready to turn it up to 10,000 (characters)

The expanded character limit may help the platform grow its user base and compete for ad dollars.

By Ian P. Murphy • Jan. 7, 2016

Why sponsored social should be part of your marketing playbook

According to the sixth annual "State of Sponsored Social" report by Izea and Halverson Group, consumers are noticing sponsored posts more than ever.

By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 7, 2016

Oracle's AddThis acquisition bolsters its consumer behavior data

Oracle’s Data Cloud gets a boost of audience data after the acquisition of publisher audience platform AddThis.

By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 6, 2016

Twitter debuts Conversational Ads format to spur brand engagement

Twitter’s new Conversational Ads format include call-to-action buttons and customizable hashtags to encourage user engagement.

By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 6, 2016

Snapchat is creating an API for its ad partners

Snapchat’s soon-to-be API will make it easier to buy ads with more frequency and precision.

By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 6, 2016

Time's Real Time social media ad product to launch with Volvo

The Real Time ad product will place brands next to Time’s trending social media content and access to Time's extensive social audience.

By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 5, 2016

5 stories from 2015 that captured marketing's attention

From social media companies making a splash to major marketing technology, here's a recap of some of the biggest stories from 2015.

By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 5, 2016

10 digital marketing trends to watch in 2016 and beyond

This year is all about consumer-focused marketing in a digital-first world. Here are the top 10 digital marketing trends to keep an eye on as we kick off the new year.

By Natalia Angulo • Jan. 4, 2016

Twitter is testing curated headlines – how the move will impact marketing strategies

Twitter may be heading toward an algorithm-driven model that would have an effect on organic reach of marketing tweets.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 23, 2015

Mercedes-Benz is using direct messaging for a 'secret Santa' campaign

Given the emphasis on personalization and authenticity in marketing direct messaging might be an underutilized channel.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 22, 2015

16 insiders weigh in on digital marketing in 2016

From social media to personalization and augmented reality, these trends will shake the ad industry in the new year.

By Natalia Angulo • Dec. 22, 2015

Hearst and Reelio team up to create social media influencer networks

In an effort to corral social media influencers attractive to its advertisers, Hearst Corp. joined forces with video ad tech firm Reelio to create influencer networks.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 22, 2015

Smartphone penetration hits 80%: Nielsen

Meanwhile, apps by Facebook, Google and Apple round out the top ten most popular apps in the U.S., according to Nielsen.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 22, 2015

MailChimp's Serial podcast sponsorship is paying off

The Serial podcast is back, and MailChimp’s popular #MailKimp sponsorship spot is as well.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 21, 2015

3 social media marketing wins from 2015 – and what marketers can learn from them

During the past year, marketers saw a handful of campaigns go awry, but also gained ground on social advertising with effective branding and engagement initiatives.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 21, 2015

4 cringe-worthy marketing debacles from 2015

Not every marketing effort can be a success, that’s why there’s testing and optimization programs.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 18, 2015

The Washington Post is actively refreshing its ad products

The Washington Post’s latest ad product, PostPulse, incorporates a brand’s media with a carousel that recommends Post content making the advertiser the reader’s "recommendation engine."

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 17, 2015

Star Wars mentions dominated Twitter pre-release

Brands that partnered with the new Star Wars movie benefitted from the film’s Twitter conversation dominance leading up to its release.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 17, 2015

PayPal joins the Super Bowl party with 45-second spot

PayPal’s first-ever Super Bowl ad will run during the first quarter and will introduce its "global vision for the future of money."

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 16, 2015

GE leverages Instagram for interactive #DigitalSnowGlobe campaign

The industrial technology conglomerate has made a strong social push this year, including the launch of #DroneWeek on Periscope.

By Natalia Angulo • Dec. 15, 2015

SocialRank's new social media tool helps ID audience segments

Market Intel, the new social media tool from SocialRank, was created along with Publicis Groupe agency MRY.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 15, 2015

How Trump's presidential bid could hurt the 'Trump' brand

As an increasingly polarizing presidential candidate, Donald Trump might be hurting his brand and business interests.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 14, 2015

Facebook is starting to pitch marketers on the idea of VR campaigns

Facebook has already promoted 360 video as a form of virtual reality lite, and is now demonstrating how full-on VR via Oculus Rift could be used in marketing.

By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 11, 2015