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TikTok Ditches Custom Identity: F.I.R.S.T. Framework Promises Big Wins for Advertisers
Platform Updates8 min read

TikTok Ditches Custom Identity: F.I.R.S.T. Framework Promises Big Wins for Advertisers

TikTok is eliminating its Custom Identity option for ads, pushing marketers toward verified profiles and the F.I.R.S.T. framework. Early data shows 59% of brands cutting CPA by 10% or more—here's how to adapt and thrive.

Blake ThorntonJan 10, 2026
TikTok Lands FIFA World Cup 2026 Partnership: Game-Changer for Sports Marketers
Sports Marketing8 min read

TikTok Lands FIFA World Cup 2026 Partnership: Game-Changer for Sports Marketers

FIFA taps TikTok as its first preferred platform for World Cup 2026 coverage, promising live streams, creator hubs, and billions in views. Here's how marketers can score big with targeted ads and influencer collabs during the global event.

Connor HayesJan 10, 2026
Instacart's Data Hub Clean Room at CES 2026: Unlocking CPG Insights
Social Commerce8 min read

Instacart's Data Hub Clean Room at CES 2026: Unlocking CPG Insights

Instacart just dropped its Data Hub at CES 2026, a clean room that merges CPG data with grocery signals for sharper targeting and privacy-safe measurement. Marketers, this could boost your omnichannel ROI—dive into the details.

Evan WhitakerJan 9, 2026
Meta's Meta Verified Rollout Hits 50+ Countries: What It Means for Marketers in 2026
Platform Updates8 min read

Meta's Meta Verified Rollout Hits 50+ Countries: What It Means for Marketers in 2026

Meta's Meta Verified service now spans over 50 countries on Facebook and Instagram, offering verification badges and priority support. With scam ads dropping 29% in tested markets, marketers face new opportunities—and challenges—in building trust. Explore the stats, expert views, and strategies to leverage this shift.

Jordan PatelJan 9, 2026
AR Glasses Launch in 2026: Transforming Social Media Marketing
Emerging Technologies8 min read

AR Glasses Launch in 2026: Transforming Social Media Marketing

Augmented reality glasses from Meta, Apple, and Google are set to redefine user experiences this year. Marketers can expect up to 30% higher engagement—here's how to integrate AR into your social strategies for real results.

Noah KellerJan 9, 2026
Omnicom's Pinterest CES Deal: Shoppable Boards Transform Influencer Marketing in 2026
Social Commerce8 min read

Omnicom's Pinterest CES Deal: Shoppable Boards Transform Influencer Marketing in 2026

Omnicom Media's new Pinterest collaboration at CES 2026 brings shoppable boards and AI tools to creators, promising benchmark-busting engagement. Discover how this boosts social commerce for brands.

Liam HartleyJan 8, 2026
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 LangfordJan 8, 2026
Social Search Surge: Platforms Dethroning Google for Marketers in 2026
Social Media Trends8 min read

Social Search Surge: Platforms Dethroning Google for Marketers in 2026

Gen Z is skipping Google for TikTok and Instagram searches, with 46% preferring social discovery. Explore how this shift reshapes marketing strategies and what brands must do to stay visible.

Zoe RamirezJan 8, 2026
Ted Murphy's COEY Launch: AI Automates Content Creation for Marketers at CES 2026
AI Marketing10 min read

Ted Murphy's COEY Launch: AI Automates Content Creation for Marketers at CES 2026

Influencer marketing pioneer Ted Murphy unveils COEY, an AI-first platform slashing content production costs and boosting efficiency. Discover how this CES 2026 debut could transform your marketing workflows with autonomous machines and scalable creativity.

Marcus HaleJan 7, 2026
2026 Social Marketing Trends: AI Backlash Meets Mega-Creator Boom
Social Media Trends8 min read

2026 Social Marketing Trends: AI Backlash Meets Mega-Creator Boom

As generative AI floods feeds with subpar content, marketers eye a return to authenticity alongside deeper partnerships with mega-creators. Unpack expert predictions on how these shifts will reshape campaigns and boost engagement in the year ahead.

Ava SinclairJan 7, 2026
Instagram's 5-Hashtag Limit Hits: Reshaping Reach for Marketers in 2026
Platform Updates8 min read

Instagram's 5-Hashtag Limit Hits: Reshaping Reach for Marketers in 2026

Instagram's new cap on hashtags to just five per post is shaking up discovery tactics. With past data showing optimal use at 20-30, brands must pivot to niche tags for better targeting—here's how this change affects your strategy and what experts recommend.

Elena RossiJan 7, 2026
Reddit's Max Campaigns: AI Tool Slashes CPC by 37% in Brooks Running Test
AI Marketing8 min read

Reddit's Max Campaigns: AI Tool Slashes CPC by 37% in Brooks Running Test

Reddit just unveiled Max Campaigns at CES 2026, an AI-powered ad tool automating targeting and bidding. Early tests show 37% lower CPC and 26% higher CTR—here's how it could transform your social ad strategy.

Aiden WalshJan 6, 2026