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technology23 days ago•2 min saved

Meta's AI Chief Deploys Viral 'Meme Warfare' to Propel Muse Agent

Meta’s chief AI officer, Alexandr Wang, has launched an aggressive, meme-heavy social media campaign to promote Muse, the company’s new personal AI agent. Since the product’s September 8 launch, Wang has posted over 300 times on X, often mocking competitors and highlighting user success stories. This strategy has coincided with Muse’s rapid rise to the top of the US App Store, where it has surpassed ChatGPT in daily active users in the US and Canada. While the agent excels at booking travel and managing emails, it faces friction from some retailers and ongoing privacy concerns.

via Business Insider|

#ai-agents #alexandr-wang #meta-muse

business11 months ago•5 min saved

The Role of 'Clippers' in Amplifying Internet Fame

The article discusses how social media influencers like MrBeast employ large networks of contractors to create short clips of their content for social media platforms, effectively turning short-form video marketing into a modern form of advertising, with companies like Clipping generating millions in revenue by orchestrating viral content and directing audiences to larger platforms.

via Bloomberg|

#business #clipping #digital-advertising

business1 year ago•3 min saved

Domino’s Unveils Major Rebrand with New Look and Shaboozey Jingle

Domino's Pizza is undergoing a major rebrand after 13 years, featuring a new logo, brighter colors, updated uniforms and packaging, and a unique jingle performed by country star Shaboozey, aimed at capturing attention in a fragmented media landscape and maintaining its market position.

via CNN|

#business #dominos-pizza #jingle

business1 year ago•3 min saved

Influencer Culture Shifts: Paid Appearances Replace Organic Presence

The Neon Coat app connects influencers and models with businesses offering free products or services in exchange for social media posts, primarily targeting those with a significant following, and is used in major cities like NYC, LA, Miami, and London to benefit both creators and businesses.

via The Independent|

#business #freebies #influencers

business1 year ago•3 min saved

Many Attractive People in Public Spaces Aren't Paying Customers

The article discusses Neon Coat, an app that connects influencers and models with businesses offering free products and services in exchange for social media promotion, highlighting how it benefits both creators and businesses, especially in expensive cities like NYC.

via The Independent|

#business #freebies #influencers

business1 year ago•4 min saved

Restaurants Boost Spicy Menu Items to Attract Younger Diners

Restaurants are adding numerous spicy menu items to attract younger consumers, especially Gen Z and Gen Alpha, leveraging social media to promote these bold flavors. This trend is driven by a desire to engage cost-conscious younger customers with low-cost, high-impact options, and is characterized by a rapid turnover of flavor trends, with global influences gaining popularity. Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram play a key role in creating buzz and encouraging trial of spicy foods.

via CNBC|

#business #global-flavors #restaurant-trends

business1 year ago•5 min saved

Influencers Face Economic Turbulence and Online Challenges

The influencer industry faces economic challenges due to recession fears, leading to decreased brand spending and changing consumer behavior, but some creators adapt by diversifying content and platforms to survive and thrive amid uncertainty.

via NPR|

#brand-spending #business #economic-downturn

business2 years ago•2 min saved

E.l.f. Beauty Stock Soars 20% on Surpassing $1 Billion in Sales

e.l.f. Beauty's stock surged 14% after reporting a 77% year-over-year increase in net sales for its fiscal fourth quarter of 2024, surpassing $1 billion. The company's effective use of social media has driven five consecutive years of market-share gains. Despite a projected slowdown to 21% growth for fiscal 2025, investors remain optimistic due to the company's strong marketing strategies.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #cosmetics #elf-beauty

social-mediapodcasting2 years ago•4 min saved

"TikTok's Podcast Boom: Bust or Success?"

Despite the common belief that TikTok can drive podcast discovery, many podcasters have found the link between on-app engagement and actual listening to be weak. The potential ban of TikTok in the US has raised concerns about its impact on marketing strategy, with some podcasters considering alternative platforms like Instagram. While some podcasters have seen success on TikTok, others have found it challenging to convert views into actual listeners, leading them to rely on traditional marketing methods for growth.

via The Verge|

#podcast-discoverability #podcasting #social-media-marketing

social-media-marketing2 years ago•0 min saved

"Reddit's New Tools Empower Marketers for IPO Success"

Reddit is introducing tools for businesses to track mentions of their brands in subreddits, as it prepares for its IPO, allowing companies to establish a more active presence on the platform.

via The Verge|

#brands #ipo #marketing

business2 years ago•2 min saved

"How Crumbl Cookies Turned a Fun Side Hustle into a $1 Billion Annual Business: Making Success Accessible to Everyone"

Crumbl Cookies, founded by two cousins with no professional baking experience, has grown into a billion-dollar business with over 980 stores in the U.S., selling more than 300 million cookies in 2022. Leveraging social media and weekly limited-edition cookie drops, the company has amassed a large following and attracted franchising interest, leading to the opening of over 600 new stores. Despite facing trademark infringement lawsuits, co-founder Jason McGowan believes their success is replicable, emphasizing that anyone can start a business and succeed.

via CNBC|

#business #crumbl-cookies #entrepreneurship

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Meta's Decision to Restrict Third-Party Access to Facebook Groups Sparks Chaos Among Developers and Users"

Meta's announcement to shut down its Facebook Groups API within 90 days has left developers and businesses in disarray, impacting companies that offer solutions for scheduling and automating social media posts. Small businesses and social sellers who rely on third-party access to Facebook Groups for communication and marketing are particularly affected. The move has raised concerns about Meta's motivations and its impact on developers, digital marketers, and small businesses, with some fearing significant business losses and disruptions. The lack of clarity from Meta and the sudden nature of the announcement have left many in the dark, with developers expressing frustration and uncertainty about the future.

via TechCrunch|

#business-impact #developers #facebook-groups-api

business2 years ago•4 min saved

"Stanley Cup Craze: Chaos, Scams, and Lessons Learned"

A TikTok video of Target shoppers racing to buy limited edition Valentine’s Day Stanley cups in minutes has gone viral, showcasing the frenzy surrounding the popular tumbler mugs. The video reflects the impact of social media marketing on driving extreme demand for the cups, leading to a tenfold spike in Stanley’s profits. The company's strategic marketing to women, limited edition releases, and influencer partnerships have contributed to the product's success, with the TikTok hashtag "#stanleycup" amassing 6.7 billion views. Experts attribute the craze to social contagion and the product's functional benefits, while Stanley's Global President acknowledges the tumbler's internet sensation status.

via Fox Business|

#business #social-media-marketing #stanley

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Unraveling the Intriguing World of 'May December'

Netflix is facing criticism for its social media marketing of the film "May December," which explores issues of grooming, agency, and morality. The marketing campaign, featuring a shirtless image of Charles Melton, who plays a character based on a victim of sexual assault, has been deemed inappropriate and insensitive. This incident is reminiscent of Netflix's mishandling of the film "Cuties," where the promotional poster sparked controversy and accusations of sexualization. Critics argue that if Netflix continues to distribute morally complex films, it should invest in marketing strategies that treat them with the care and respect they deserve.

via The Mary Sue|

#controversy #entertainment #film-promotion

business3 years ago•4 min saved

From $300 to $38,000 a Day: The Unexpected Viral Success of a 21-Year-Old's Sticker Side Hustle

Jayson Siu, a 21-year-old college student, turned his car accessories side hustle into a highly profitable business, bringing in up to $38,000 a day. Siu's venture, Invalid.jp, gained viral attention through TikTok videos showcasing his LED-backed light-up stickers and LED-lined rearview mirrors. With $512,000 in revenue in 2022 and already surpassing those sales this year, Siu now works over 40 hours a week on top of his studies. He manages the business from a rented warehouse and hopes to hire more staff to free up time for family and friends. Siu's success highlights the power of social media marketing and the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship with college life.

via CNBC|

#business #college-student #e-commerce