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X’s pressure campaign puts media agencies in a bind

Media agencies are no strangers to tough negotiations, but pressure from X is raising new ethical and strategic concerns.

Behind the Buy: Heineken launches Silver with big purchase

Given the importance of the beer’s rollout, the brand says its support campaign is receiving a considerable budget.

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Both Meltwater and Brandwatch up their partnerships with TikTok

Both media intelligence suites have integrated the social platform’s new Mentions and Discovery API.

Meta launches Testimonials on Instagram

The giant tech is also working on its new fact-checking program, Community Notes.

IKEA slides into sleepless Canadians’ DMs

The brand aims to create resonance among consumers as the mattress sector becomes more competitive.

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Media Moves: Instagram and Bluesky launch new features

Plus, Amazon is killing its TikTok-like, short-form video and photo feed.

Industry News: CMI looked into media habits of Healthcare Professionals

Meanwhile, Stingray expands its partnership with Vistar Media.

Meta launches new brand suitability controls

Meta is also testing the ability for businesses to turn off comments on ads.

Media News: TikTok returns to Apple and Google stores

Meanwhile, Reddit will launch an enhanced search experience this year and YouTube incorporates a new AI tool.

Spotted! Reese’s Puffs partners with Gen Z artists to reach Gen Z consumers

The brand’s latest campaign features a Toronto streetcar takeover, an updated jingle and a streetwear collection.

Industry News: Meta speeds up the introduction of AI labels

Meanwhile, Fizz is launching an all-digital TV service for internet subscribers in Quebec.

Google and Snap report positive Q4 earnings

Alphabet’s fourth quarter revenues increase 12%, while the number of daily active users increased on Snapchat.

Half of newcomers turn to social networks to make a purchase decision

TikTok’s latest report analyzes the role social media plays in the lives of newcomers.

YouTube brings its creator takeover ad unit to Canada

Advertisers can now buy 100% of the ad inventory of some of YouTube’s biggest creator channels.

Meta’s revenues increased by 22% in 2024

Digital advertising accounted for most of the company’s revenue, according to its latest earnings report.