Social Media: Page 55


  • Kraft's 'Send Noods' campaign retrieved by Marketing Dive on Oct. 6, 2020
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    Retrieved from The Kraft Heinz Company on October 06, 2020
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    Kraft pulls provocative 'send noods' ads after drawing ire online

    While some backlash came from average moms concerned around sexual content appearing near children, QAnon conspiracy theorists also quickly latched onto the outcry. 

    By Updated Oct. 14, 2020
  • Snapchat expands 'first commercial' video ad takeovers nationwide

    Advertisers that tested the first commercial saw a lift in brand awareness among users that was double that of a Snapchat Ad.

    By Oct. 6, 2020
  • Artificial intelligence helping businessman make strategy and forecast. Explore the Trendline
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Marketing Dive

    From the evolution of influencer marketing and paid media to the ongoing importance of data and culture, here's a look at key trends driving marketing in 2025.

    By Marketing Dive staff
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    Orbitz celebrates LGBTQ History month with virtual city tours

    As the pandemic limits travel, the booking site enlisted influencers such as Lance Bass and Todrick Hall to share recommendations on Instagram.

    By Oct. 6, 2020
  • Kellogg's Frosten Mini-Wheats makes a board game
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    Frosted Mini-Wheats fights pandemic boredom with 'Morning Craze' board game

    Amid higher demand for board games during the pandemic, the Kellogg brand can boost membership for its loyalty program.

    By Oct. 6, 2020
  • Instagram Reels image retrieved by Mobile Marketer on Aug. 6, 2020
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    Retrieved from Instagram on August 06, 2020
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    Instagram brings shopping to Reels, IGTV as commerce commands social spotlight

    Tests will hit Reels later this year, which may help Facebook to capitalize on a virtual-skewing holiday season while gaining an edge on TikTok.

    By Oct. 5, 2020
  • Opinion

    Why retailers should study the social commerce playbook

    Retailers can benefit from taking social commerce principles and applying them to their own channels, writes Criteo's Geoffroy Martin.

    By Geoffroy Martin • Oct. 5, 2020
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    Triller adds programmatic ads amid rival TikTok's continued uncertainty

    Digital ad company Consumable creates ads that seek to catch the attention of users whose limited attention span makes them difficult to engage.

    By Oct. 5, 2020
  • Hostess, Twinkies, Halloween
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    Hostess tries to keep Halloween fun as festivities look different this year

    Focusing on at-home celebrations and kid-friendly recipes reflects the brand's research showing some consumers plan to host small parties.

    By Aaron Baar • Oct. 5, 2020
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    Cinnamon Toast Crunch notches 1.3B TikTok views with hashtag challenge

    The wide reach of the "quarantainment style" singing challenge demonstrates TikTok's power to reach young consumers, even amid an uncertain landscape due to a stalled ownership deal.

    By Oct. 5, 2020
  • Pinterest Halloween
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    Retrieved from Pinterest on October 02, 2020
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    Pinterest aims for brand-safe, culturally sensitive Halloween

    Information about possibly offensive costumes may appeal to brands that don't want their ads appearing near culturally insensitive content.

    By Oct. 2, 2020
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    S.Pellegrino swaps signature dishes between NY, LA restaurants

    The Nestlé brand is letting residents of both cities sample food from restaurants on the opposite coast as the pandemic continues to scuttle travel plans.

    By Oct. 2, 2020
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    Oikos yogurt turns grocery carrying into a TikTok challenge

    By extending its NFL sponsorship to the video-sharing app, Oikos hopes to reach football fans with fun content as they show off their strength.

    By Oct. 1, 2020
  • Influencers gain acceptance in traditional media campaigns, study finds

    Despite the broader reach, brands see a different role for social issues in influencer marketing than content creators and consumers. 

    By Oct. 1, 2020
  • Opinion

    TikTok bears a unique opportunity for marketers — if you understand its Gen Z base

    The app's top users are creative, connected and resourceful, and can provide brilliant ideas and feedback on your next big marketing campaign, writes Rival Technologies' Andrew Reid.

    By Andrew Reid • Oct. 1, 2020
  • Facebook names new CMO as it looks to meld trust-building with tech focus

    Hiring from within will do little to quell concerns that Facebook is growing resistant to outside influence at a time when public opinion of its brand is low.

    By Sept. 30, 2020
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    Barefoot Wine toasts beauty experience of Black women with video series

    With "We Stan for Her," the wine company joins other brands in promoting self-acceptance and diversity in its content marketing.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 30, 2020
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    Crate & Barrel's first digital-only catalog debuts on Pinterest

    The first time the retailer foregoes a print catalog comes as Pinterest sees greater interest for children's furnishings amid distance learning.

    By Sept. 30, 2020
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    Oreo celebrates human connections made during lockdown in new ad

    The cookie brand parodies telecoms that promise to "supercharge connectivity" while offering tips on how to enjoy time spent at home with loved ones.

    By Sept. 30, 2020
  • Jennifer Lopez cup-stacking challenge from Yoplait's Instagram Reels campaign retrieved by Mobile Marketer on Sept. 29, 2020
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    Yoplait dips into Instagram Reels with Jennifer Lopez-led dance challenge

    More large brands shifting focus to the TikTok lookalike could signal bad news for ByteDance's app as it wrestles with an uncertain U.S. future.

    By Sept. 29, 2020
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    Pinterest expands ad inventory among shopping features

    To help marketers prepare for the holidays, the social media platform unveiled features such as ad placements in more locations on its website and app.

    By Sept. 29, 2020
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    Budweiser teams with Detroit rapper Big Sean to rep Michigan

    With a limited-edition tallboy, the company joins a growing list of brands tapping into rappers' cool factor.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 29, 2020
  • Acura accelerates into AR, cinematic ads with multichannel campaign for TLX
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    Acura accelerates into AR, cinematic ads with multichannel push for TLX

    With an ad shot in the style of 1920s silent films and mobile activations, merging old and new media could help the car brand reach a wide audience.

    By Sept. 29, 2020
  • Video ads drive a 48% higher sales rate than static ads, study says

    VidMob reviewed 8,000 mobile video ads to see what drives sales best as smartphones are expected to play a large role in holiday shopping this year.

    By Sept. 29, 2020
  • Apple halts 30% commission on paid Facebook events in win for small businesses

    However, a Facebook spokesperson said Apple is not doing enough to support businesses that have had to shift operations online due to the pandemic.

    By Sept. 28, 2020
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    Chipotle duets with TikTok creators to celebrate return of carne asada

    Compared to past videos that racked up billions of views, the chain's latest has been viewed 2 million times.

    By Sept. 28, 2020