Instagram is reminding its users, particularly teens, that it’s OK to unplug sometimes. The platform rolled out a Quiet Mode feature, and it will proactively prompt teens to use it when they spend a certain amount of time on Instagram at night. When Quiet Mode is activated, an “In Quiet Mode” status will appear on…
Reed Hastings, one of Netflix’s founders, is giving up his co-CEO title and transitioning into the role of executive chairman. The company announced the news in a letter to shareholders along with its Q4 earnings on Thursday. Hastings spent 25 years building Netflix into the streaming giant it is today, transitioning it from a DVD…
Anyone who’s become immersed in a TV series will know the bitter taste of a lackluster ending. After so much time binging episodes and getting to know the characters, the choice of a distant showrunner can feel personal. French broadcaster Canal+ brings this sentiment to life in an epic tale about a couple who becomes…
Twitter extended its Community Notes crowdsourced fact-checking initiative to quote tweets. The company said in a tweet from its Community Notes account, “This change boosts the impact of contributors’ efforts and helps ensure that context is shown everywhere it can be helpful. Live now in the web app, and coming soon to iOS and Android.”…
It’s National Hot Sauce Day, and while spice enthusiasts might plan to indulge in favorites like Tapatio or Tabasco, perhaps they should leave room in their stomachs for an unexpected contender: Mountain Dew (Mtn Dew). The PepsiCo brand has released a limited batch of Baja Blast Hot Sauce for dedicated fans of the tentpole flavor….
Hastings leaves the position to his two longtime associates, Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters.
Mr. Hastings will become the streaming giant’s executive chairman. Greg Peters will join Ted Sarandos as a co-chief executive.
Tumblr began rolling out polls across Android, iOS and the web Thursday. The platform said in a blog post that users with access to the feature can click the orange poll icon (in the toolbar on mobile and appearing when a new content block is started in post editor on desktop), write their question and…
Meta is moving certain settings across its family of applications into its Accounts Center to ease the process of managing settings for people who use multiple apps. Accounts Center is available via the settings menu in Facebook, Instagram and Messenger, and settings including Ad Preferences, passwords, personal details and security can now be found there….
P&G’s ad spending was down versus last year but up from the prior quarter, and new tampon manufacturing capacity could mean more spending ahead.
(TrendHunter.com) The Jackery LightTent-AIR is a solution for avid campers to support extended living in outdoor environments without having to leave all the comforts of home behind. The tent was shown off at CES 2023,…
We all think we know what a “story” is–but what is a brand story? What elements need to go into it, and what can it do for us? Let’s Talk About Brand Podcast: Brand Positioning With Todd Irwin In this episode of Let’s Talk about Brand, master “business storyteller” Park Howell joins host Christine Gritmon…
Pinterest chief marketing officer Andr?a Mallard is adding external communications to her plate, taking on the new role of chief marketing and communications officer. The company’s communications and marketing teams are merging in order to align its communications channels with the goal of unifying Pinterest’s brand storytelling through earned and paid media worldwide. Chief communications…
Ad Age hosts its annual conference on transformation in health and wellness marketing.
With questions hovering about the financial performance of the news organization, its billionaire owner checked in with senior leaders.
There’s a new scent in town. And no, it’s not by a high-end designer house or, as was the case not long ago, a car manufacturer. This new fragrance comes courtesy of the Florida Lottery. To promote its Gold Rush Doubler scratch-off game, Florida Lottery called on its AOR, Tampa-based agency PPK, to develop a…
Twitter is usually a no-brainer for Big Game advertisers, but this year is different under Elon Musk’s ownership.
Twitter users who are confident enough that Twitter and its Twitter Blue subscription option will still be around in 12 months can take advantage of a slight discount on the latter. The social network began offering annual rates for Twitter Blue in all markets where it is available for those purchasing the service via the…
Expedia celebrates the joy of doing “nothing, nothing, absolutely nothing” during your vacation.
(TrendHunter.com) Tekto Design unveils its new F2 Bravo tactical knife and it boasts a foldable design language for easy portability fitting right into the pocket or bags. It is not only a sharp tool, but it is also…
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