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by George Freitag
Local businesses, it's not too late to drive traffic and bookings for the busy holidays. Although there may not be enough time to start a blog or redesign a website, just a few small improvements to your online presence can make a huge impact.
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by Christian Neri
Facebook steps on LinkedIn's turf with a job-posting feature and begins to trial selling ads on TV screens; hope for Viners as Twitter considers selling it; Facebook revives gaming hopes with "Instant Gaming" platform; WhatsApp tests its version of Snapchat Stories; five top-notch Instagram tools for businesses; and much more...
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by Ayaz Nanji
Some 90% of consumers say they value having a mobile device with them when holiday shopping in-store, according to recent research from Opera Mediaworks.
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by Christian Neri
Instagram's latest push to satisfy brands' need to sell; Twitter introduced bots for customer service; Pinterest launched three new types of Promoted Pins; LinkedIn now lets you compare your salary; co-founders of Vine change course with new livestreaming app; Facebook adds Snapchat-esque effects and masks; and much more...
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by Christian Neri
Twitter, Pinterest suffer cyberattack; Instagram's live-streaming foray; Microsoft's challenge to Slack; Facebook's newest features for businesses; Twitter's plans for big layoffs; Snapchat's viewership dip; how B2B marketers can use Facebook.
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by Ayaz Nanji
Smartphone apps now account for nearly half of the time consumers spend with digital media, according to recent research from comScore.
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by Christian Neri
This week: Twitter's hopes of a takeover are dashed; Facebook Live gets a scheduling feature, and Facebook releases push notifications for apps; livestreaming app Busker blends content and e-commerce; four ways B2Bs should be using Snapchat and Instagram; and much more...
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by Christian Neri
Facebook launches both a new social network and a standalone event app; Snapchat introduces post-roll ads, plans IPO; American Express gets social for Small Business Saturday; tips for building qualified leads on LinkedIn; and much more!
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by Christian Neri
Facebook takes on Craigslist and eBay, tests own version of Snapchat Stories; LinkedIn-Microsoft deal under scrutiny; what Twitter Moments global rollout means for you; tips for building trust, influence on LinkedIn; Snapchat for lead gen; and much more...
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by Ayaz Nanji
Traffic to e-commerce websites is now almost evenly split between desktops and mobile devices, according to recent research from Monetate.
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by Danny Watkinson
A consistently successful e-commerce site depends on myriad factors, and it is near on impossible to control all of them to guarantee success, but one thing you can do is to plug the holes that drain your sales.
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by Christian Neri
Among this week's headlines: 'Facebook at Work' to launch next month; Snapchat introduces Snap-taking connected glasses, rebrands; LinkedIn launches 'Learning,' gets cozy with new bot; four fatal LinkedIn prospecting errors; Millennials aren't shopping on social media...
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by Christian Neri
Twitter just helped brands become more customer-service-friendly, launched a live-streaming app, and finally expanded its character limit. Also: Google's new Allo app takes on Facebook Messenger, the new Instagram feature we've all been waiting for, and top 10 social trends for 2017.
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by Ayaz Nanji
More than half (52%) of people who shopped for clothes online in the past year used a mobile device to make at least one purchase, according to recent research from Criteo.
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by Ayaz Nanji
Most emails sent by marketers in the second quarter of 2016 were opened on mobile devices, according to recent research from Experian.
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by Christian Neri
This week's social roundup is all about community (and money). Apple puts Facebook's WhatsApp and other messaging platforms in its crosshairs, while YouTube introduces a new community feature. Also: Facebook's latest plans to make users shop on Messenger, and why B2B brands shouldn't shy away from Snapchat.
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by Christian Neri
Snapchat seems to be taking the reins of the social media realm, with projections that its ad revenues will reach nearly $1 billion next year and speculation that it will build hardware, such as augmented reality glasses. Also: Google's attempt to socialize shopping, Twitter's latest attempt to monetize Periscope, and ...
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by Christian Neri
Apple grabbed headlines with chatter about its impending social video app. Also: Twitter attracts YouTuber-like influencers, Facebook makes a big update to Offers, and Snapchat works on behavioral targeting. Skim to stay in the know!
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by Ayaz Nanji
Different generations engage with mobile advertisements in very different ways, according to recent research from Nielsen.
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by Alexander Grosu
B2Bs are beginning to establish a place in the mobile market. In fact, a well-executed app can positively change how potential clients perceive B2Bs and their products and services.
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by Christian Neri
Facebook again grabbed headlines—this time with an app for teens only. Also: what Facebook plans to take over next, why the Olympics indicate a big shift toward live-streaming, and how to gauge whether your Facebook ads led to offline purchases.
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by Aubry Parks-Fried
Younger demographics are favoring "dark" messaging apps, where users share content one on one or in smaller, private groups. And now, marketers are slowly going to the dark side, too.
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by Jessica Langdorf, Doreen Saxby
Businesses need a strong mobile engagement strategy, but people use the mobile Web, apps, and SMS in different ways. How can you use each mobile medium for real-time communication with consumers?
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by Christian Neri
Social was all about getting down to business this week: Facebook refreshed its rules for Messenger bots, and Instagram made headway in deploying business accounts. Also: Twitter's newest "ad format" and the latest metrics for Facebook Live videos. Skim to let it all sink in!
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by Ayaz Nanji
Some 82% of Pokémon Go players say they have visited a business while using the game, according to recent research from Slant Marketing.
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Facebook steps on LinkedIn's turf with a job-posting feature and begins to trial selling ads on TV screens; hope for Viners as Twitter considers selling it; Facebook revives gaming hopes with "Instant Gaming" platform; WhatsApp tests its version of Snapchat Stories; five top-notch Instagram tools for businesses; and much more... more![The Role of Mobile in Holiday Shopping [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/daily-data-point/101116b-ddp-lg.jpg)
Instagram's latest push to satisfy brands' need to sell; Twitter introduced bots for customer service; Pinterest launched three new types of Promoted Pins; LinkedIn now lets you compare your salary; co-founders of Vine change course with new livestreaming app; Facebook adds Snapchat-esque effects and masks; and much more... more
![Mobile App Usage and Download Trends for 2016 [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/daily-data-point/251016-ddp-lg.jpg)
This week's social roundup is all about community (and money). Apple puts Facebook's WhatsApp and other messaging platforms in its crosshairs, while YouTube introduces a new community feature. Also: Facebook's latest plans to make users shop on Messenger, and why B2B brands shouldn't shy away from Snapchat. more
Snapchat seems to be taking the reins of the social media realm, with projections that its ad revenues will reach nearly $1 billion next year and speculation that it will build hardware, such as augmented reality glasses. Also: Google's attempt to socialize shopping, Twitter's latest attempt to monetize Periscope, and ... more
![How Pokémon Go Players Engage With Businesses [Infographic]](https://i.marketingprofs.com/assets/images/daily-data-point/180816-ddp-lg.jpg)
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