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8 Discontinued Social Media Channels and Features (+Why They Never Took Off)
What was the first social network you ever joined? While many people will recall it being Facebook or Twitter, others might remember some of the earlier, less popular social networks. You know, like Friendster, Open Diary, and Orkut? A lot of these original social networks go forgotten, but that doesn’t make their stories any less important. After all, these networks laid the groundwork for the social media giants we use today. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the stories of some of the earliest social networks — and why they didn’t stick around. From Six Degrees to Snapchat: A […]
Integrated Media Planning: What It Is and How to Adopt it In Your Marketing Strategy
A few months ago, while I was driving to the airport, I saw a billboard for Kim Kardashian’s company, SKIMS. A week later, I saw ads on Instagram, then a SKIMS segment on “Keeping Up With the Kardashians.” I had one of those moments where I thought “SKIMS is showing up everywhere!” That’s because the company has an integrated media planning strategy. A few months after these events, when I was shopping for shapewear for my wedding, guess what brand I thought of? (Spoiler alert: it was SKIMS.) That’s why, as a marketer, having an integrated media plan is important […]
Amazon Raises Affiliate Commission Rates via @sejournal, @martinibuster
Amazon announces a limited time increase in commission rates. How does it compare to pre-Covid commission percentages? The post Amazon Raises Affiliate Commission Rates appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
How Do Tracking Pixels Affect Site Speed? Ask The PPC via @sejournal, @navahf
Learn more about the impact Meta’s tracking pixel has on site speed and what you can do about it, with PPC pro Navah Hopkins. The post How Do Tracking Pixels Affect Site Speed? Ask The PPC appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
WordPress Reconsiders WebP By Default Proposal via @sejournal, @martinibuster
WordPress announced a decision to formally reassess the highly controversial WebP by Default feature The post WordPress Reconsiders WebP By Default Proposal appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
The 9-Year-Old NFT Artist Who Made Millions and Got His Own Anime
One of the best things about NFTs is that just about anyone can participate in the growing community. Yes, even kids. Meet Zombie Zookeeper, the anonymous nine-year-old NFT artist behind the Zombie Zoo gallery. The young artist’s pieces have sold for as much as 18 ETH – roughly $61,190. He’s currently one of the most prominent figures in the nascent Japanese NFT art scene, having been selected for 2021’s Forbes Japan 100 list. available on this store until 31st….今月末まで！！https://t.co/8oeWMKHZHR pic.twitter.com/bZkdcK4H3d — Zombie Zoo.eth(,) 9 yo Artist (@ZombieZooArt) March 29, 2022 Who is Zombie Zookeeper? Zombie Zookeeper’s rapid ascent can be […]
Upcoming Drops: April 11-17
Let’s face it: The NFT space moves really fast. Considering how quickly things can change in the metaverse, a week in NFTs might as well be a month IRL. Don’t get us wrong — the more people onboarded into the space, the merrier. But because of the constant influx of great art and ideas, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with all the news, launches, and general happenings. Well, you can put the days of endless Twitter and Discord scrolling behind you, as we’ll be coming up with a weekly list of upcoming NFT drops you definitely don’t want […]
Diversity in NFTs: Micah Johnson Announces the Next Evolution of Aku
Over the past year, Micah Johnson’s Aku has become one of the most beloved characters in the NFT space. He’s a symbol of youth, aspiration, and the complete defiance of societal bindings. The NFT featuring a young boy who is black and has dreams of being an astronaut spoke volumes and touched many — and all without ever needing to say a word from under his oversized space helmet. Johnson first came up with Aku last February after hearing a young boy ask, “Can astronauts be black?” First touching down via Nifty Gateway in February of 2021, Aku has come […]
Record music streaming profits highlight how NFTs will empower content creators
With the dramatically expanding creator economy, NFTs and Web3 are becoming the tools for giving artists and musicians more financial stability and control.