Social Commerce

Social Commerce
TikTok Denies Report That It’s Developing US-Only Algorithm
May 30, 2024

TikTok has denied a Reuters report that it is developing a clone of its recommendation algorithm specifically for its 170 million U.S. users. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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TikTok Lowers Threshold for Creators to Join Affiliate Program
May 23, 2024

TikTok has reportedly lowered the threshold to join its affiliate program from 5,000 followers to 1,000. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Ralph Lauren: Young Luxury Shoppers Tap Social Media for Inspiration
May 23, 2024

Social commerce is not just for fast-fashion — young consumers wanting to expand their wardrobes are looking to their social feeds to inspire their luxury fashion purchasing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Uber Integrates Social Commerce Into Marketplace as Shoppers Seek Peer Recommendations
May 17, 2024

As consumers increasingly look for guidance from trusted friends and content creators to inform their shopping, Uber is integrating a social element into its Eats platform. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Platforms Put Creators’ Financial Success on Fast Track
May 01, 2024

The creator economy landscape is rapidly evolving, with platforms and companies vying to support independent creators in monetizing their work and achieving financial stability. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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TikTok Shop Marks 500,000+ Merchants in the US
April 30, 2024

TikTok saw its U.S. eCommerce merchant base more than double at the end of 2023. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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LTK Adds New, Longer-Format Videos to Commerce Platform for Creators
April 30, 2024

LTK now offers new, longer-format videos on its commerce platform for creators. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

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TikTok General Counsel Steps Down to Fight Ban
April 28, 2024

TikTok’s general counsel is stepping down to focus on fighting a pending U.S. ban. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Ex-Barclays CEO Bob Diamond Chairs TikTok Challenger Triller
April 28, 2024

The former CEO of Barclays is now chairing TikTok challenger Triller. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to...