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Meta's $2B Manus AI Grab Faces China Probe: Marketers' 2026 Playbook
AI Marketing10 min read

Meta's $2B Manus AI Grab Faces China Probe: Marketers' 2026 Playbook

Meta's blockbuster $2 billion acquisition of AI powerhouse Manus promises revolutionary tools for social campaigns, yet China's regulatory scrutiny adds uncertainty. Unpack the tech, risks, and strategies brands can't ignore this year.

Rebecca Langford

January 8, 2026

Creator Economy M&A Boom: 17% Surge Reshapes Marketing in 2026
Creator Economy10 min read

Creator Economy M&A Boom: 17% Surge Reshapes Marketing in 2026

Mergers and acquisitions in the creator economy jumped 17% last year, with 2026 poised for even bigger deals. Discover how this consolidation affects brand partnerships and strategies for social media marketers.

Ethan Caldwell

January 13, 2026

Gen Alpha Hits 16 in 2026: Reshaping Social Media Marketing Strategies
Social Media Trends8 min read

Gen Alpha Hits 16 in 2026: Reshaping Social Media Marketing Strategies

As the oldest Gen Alpha members turn 16 this year, brands face a tech-savvy generation craving authenticity and community. Discover how to engage them on social platforms with values-driven content and co-creation tactics that boost loyalty and sales.

Sasha Rivera

January 11, 2026

TikTok's Fraud Crackdown: How New IP Protections Are Securing Shoppers and Boosting Marketers' Confidence
Social Commerce8 min read

TikTok's Fraud Crackdown: How New IP Protections Are Securing Shoppers and Boosting Marketers' Confidence

TikTok just unveiled expanded measures to combat fraud in its Shop feature, removing millions of counterfeit items in 2025 alone. With GMV doubling to $130 billion, these steps could finally make in-app shopping a go-to for Western brands—here's why marketers need to pay attention.

Harper Kline

January 5, 2026

Andrew Lipsman’s Top 10 Retail Media Predictions for 2026: Marketers Take Note
Social Commerce10 min read

Andrew Lipsman’s Top 10 Retail Media Predictions for 2026: Marketers Take Note

Retail media hits $165B in 2026 amid fierce competition and new tech. Analyst Andrew Lipsman outlines 10 trends shaping the space— from in-store battles to creator power. Here's how brands can stay ahead.

Alex Rivera

January 4, 2026

2026 Signals End of Honeymoon for Creator Content and GenAI: Brands Push for ROI Accountability
Creator Economy8 min read

2026 Signals End of Honeymoon for Creator Content and GenAI: Brands Push for ROI Accountability

The buzz around creator campaigns and AI-generated ads is cooling fast in 2026. With brands demanding standardized metrics and facing new regulations, marketers need to rethink strategies to ensure real returns—explore the shifts and how to navigate them.

Taylor Voss

January 1, 2026

LinkedIn's 2025 Year in Review: Key Insights for B2B Marketers in 2026
Platform Updates8 min read

LinkedIn's 2025 Year in Review: Key Insights for B2B Marketers in 2026

LinkedIn just launched its 2025 Year in Review feature, offering personalized recaps to over 1 billion users. Discover how this tool reveals engagement trends and audience data to supercharge your B2B strategies next year.

Elena Vasquez

December 27, 2025

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