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Is TikTok still a social network, or is it becoming a search engine? Does Instagram influence what we buy, where we travel and what we consider popular? Social platforms have moved far beyond their original purpose. The articles in this category look closely at algorithms, attention, strategy, influence and behaviour. Sometimes through brand analysis, sometimes simply by testing the platforms to understand what is actually happening on them.
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How digital marketing impact consumer behaviors?

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gonghanruo
11 November 2025
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Restaurant marketing : The keys to a strong digital presence

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tremblaypierrealexandre
11 November 2025
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Instagram Guides: utilizing blog content on Instagram

What are Instagram Guides? First introduced in 2020, Instagram Guides are essentially miniature blogs on Instagram. Unlike other features on the platform such as reels,…

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greentobyjamesdarcy
15 November 2022
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Instagram a tool for personal branding and business

Some tips on how to use Instagram as tool for personal branding and business Digital Presence today is crucial for any entrepreneur. Instagram has become…

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saidinadia
15 November 2022
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Can Brands Start to BeReal?

If you belong to generation Z or simply like to follow the new social media trends, you surely know what BeReal is and you have…

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pabloguzmanalejandra
14 November 2022
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BeReal: What is the story behind their success?

What is ‘BeReal’? ‘BeReal’ is a relatively new app which was created in 2020 and has taken the internet and media by storm over the…

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andronovcharles
14 November 2022
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TikTok – Everything you need to know for creating content

Undoubtedly, the TikTok platform is popular having one billion users globally. This demonstrates how popular the platform is. Besides the growing user base, there are…

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boonkumjirawat
14 November 2022
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Meta is laying off 11,000 employees: Is the future of social media at risk?

Meta, the parent company of social media apps like Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp is laying off 11,000 people, about 13% of its global workforce, as…

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Maria Jose Beristain
14 November 2022
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How does the TikTok algorithm work?

The algorithm on an app is a system that decides what appears on your so-called “for-you page”, meaning the app’s home page. Every user has…

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meynermoa
14 November 2022
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Instagram marketing: 3 tips for mastering it!

As Instagram has two billion active users in 2021 and is on its way to reaching 2.5 billion by 2023, the social media platform offers…

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keuningmaartje
14 November 2022
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TikTok: how does the algorithm lead to misinformation and danger?

Introduction Misinformation is a widespread phenomenon in our society. Its purpose is to broadcast dubious information in order to influence public opinion and hide the…

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quadfliegcarla
14 November 2022
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How to retain followers on Instagram

Wondering why am I losing followers on Instagram? In the last decade, the world has completely evolved, changing the way people live their everyday lives.…

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poolsawatpimnipa
10 November 2022
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The Complete Guide of Social Media Marketing (SMM)

What is Social Media Marketing (SMM)? Social media marketing (SMM) is about meeting your customers and audience with the use of platforms where they build…

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hakimilarijanimana
26 October 2022
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4 Steps to design a Social Media Advertising Strategy

4 Steps to design a Social Media Advertising Strategy Nowadays, paid social advertising is the most reliable way to attract customers, gain content views and…

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Àfrica Sañé
24 March 2022
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The introduction of instagram reels in digital marketing

The introduction of instagram reels in digital marketing How the introduction of reels on instagram has revolutionised the digital marketing era. Nowadays, Instagram Reels offers…

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solanesmar
24 March 2022
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What You Need To Know About Social Media in 2022

What you Need to Know about Social Media in 2022 Nowadays, Social Media is one of the key digital marketing strategies. It is a method…

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salamartinalejandra
22 March 2022
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TikTok Algorithm: How it Works

Introduction to TikTok TikTok, a video sharing platform, rose to fame in 2020, capturing a large audience of over 600 million. Its content are mainly…

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Fay Yeo
22 March 2022
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HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR INSTAGRAM ENGAGEMENT: 7 EASY HACKS

With over a billion people using Instagram every month, it has become a powerful platform for any business to build a brand and create an…

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Salma Abdelgalil
22 March 2022
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Pinterest for Business: How to Grow Your Business With Pinterest

Many companies have established marketing strategies on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube, but one social network often gets sidelined: Pinterest. Pinterest is a platform where users…

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salonenselina
22 March 2022
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TikTok for business: Should you dance or not?

TikTok for business is developing fast and you don’t want to miss the opportunity to reach a new audience on it. In fact, it represents…

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Irène Kouam Njuikom
22 March 2022

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