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The Social Influence: How Platforms Are Shaping Travel and Retail Trends
The Social Influence: How Platforms Are Shaping Travel and Retail Trends
March 29, 2024  |  Social Commerce

Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube have become an integral part of daily life for millions of users worldwide, revolutionizing communication, connectivity and consumer behavior. Consumers have access...

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TikTok US User Numbers Slow Amid Possible Ban
TikTok US User Numbers Slow Amid Possible Ban
March 17, 2024  |  Social Commerce

TikTok’s troubles apparently go beyond a possible ban in the U.S. The social media platform has seen user growth slow for the first time in...

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Social Media Shoppers Like to Stick With What They Know
Social Media Shoppers Like to Stick With What They Know
March 14, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

For consumers making purchases via social media platforms, PYMNTS Intelligence research reveals, staying within their comfort zone is a top priority. By the Numbers PYMNTS...

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EU Presses Big Tech Companies on AI Threats
EU Presses Big Tech Companies on AI Threats
March 14, 2024  |  Regulation

European regulators want to question Big Tech firms about potential threats of generative artificial intelligence (AI). To that end, the European Commission (EC) has sent...

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Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin Aims to Buy TikTok
Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin Aims to Buy TikTok
March 14, 2024  |  Acquisitions

Former Treasury secretary Steven Mnuchin is assembling a group of investors to attempt to purchase TikTok. Mnuchin told CNBC about this plan Thursday (March 14),...

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House OKs TikTok Ban Aimed at Guarding Consumer Data
House OKs TikTok Ban Aimed at Guarding Consumer Data
March 13, 2024  |  Politics

American lawmakers have approved a bill that could ban TikTok in the U.S. The U.S. House of Representatives voted 352-65 Wednesday (March 13) in favor of the legislation, aimed...

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Shoppable TV Shortens the Path to Purchase for Digital Merchants
Shoppable TV Shortens the Path to Purchase for Digital Merchants
March 11, 2024  |  Retail

As consumers’ omnichannel shopping habits rapidly evolve, retailers and brands are finding shoppable content, such as interactive ads and streaming, could go a long way...

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Report: Shein to be Subjected to DSA Rules
Report: Shein to be Subjected to DSA Rules
March 08, 2024  |  Regulation

Fast-fashion giant Shein is reportedly facing scrutiny under the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA). Shein will soon be designated as a company that must...

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New Shoppable Media Emerges in Blow to Industry Pioneers QVC and HSN
New Shoppable Media Emerges in Blow to Industry Pioneers QVC and HSN
February 28, 2024  |  Retail

With consumers increasingly expecting their shoppable media experiences to flow more seamlessly between entertainment and commerce, traditional shopping networks such as HSN and QVC are...

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