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Personalised Rewards Can Incentivise Financial Loyalty, New Research Suggests
Financial value is emerging as a key driver of both switching banks and retention, according to new Cardlytics data.
Destination 2026 - Cracking the Code of Gen Z Travel Habits
Following the annual UNiDAYS Travel Survey 2026, this session analyses what drives Gen Z when they travel....
SEO is Out: Linqia and AirOps Launch Influencer-Led AI Search Visibility Offering
Linqia and AirOps have announced a strategic partnership designed to help marketers improve their visibility across AI search platforms.
Affiliates Face Financial Shock as Amazon’s Associates Programme Cuts Commission Rates
Affiliates are also experiencing reduced performance visibility due to reporting system changes.
Spotify Moves to Verify Podcasts as AI Deepfakes Raise Trust Concerns
Spotify is rolling out a new verification system for podcast creators as platforms across the creator economy grapple with the rise of AI-generated impersonation.
Building Creator Wealth: CreatorFest Second Wave Agenda Launches
The CreatorFest 2026 Agenda has officially launched its second wave of sessions, with a focus on creator monetisation.
Are YouTube Creators the Next Big Partner Type in Affiliate Marketing?
According to Genie Goals’ Rachel Said, YouTube creators offer a unique set of benefits.
Offer Search is Becoming Standard Shopping Practice, New Research Shows
The report found that offers provide a key opportunity to drive incremental revenue.
Cannes Lions 2026: Experts Predict What’s in Store for the Creator Economy
Here’s what the experts predict will be in store for the creator economy at Cannes Lions 2026.
Publicis Groupe to Acquire LiveRamp for $2.2bn in Agentic Drive
According to the French advertising group, the deal opens up agentic opportunities.
Why Brands Are Still Undervaluing YouTube Creator Partnerships
While YouTube consistently delivers depth, trust, and conversion power, many brands still struggle to benchmark success on the platform.
The Formula for a Winning Global Influencer Marketing Awards Entry: Extension Edition
Here's a quickfire guide on submitting your GIMA entry before the 2026 extension deadline.
Why Affiliates Miss Out on Budget, and How to Change It
Affiliate marketing generates some of the best ROI in digital marketing, yet it is often overlooked in favour of other performance channels. Understanding where the differences versus other channels are will help publishers and affiliate marketers secure more budget and drive better performance for their clients. This session shows you...
The Goat Agency’s Hannah Ryan on Why Gen Z Trusts Smaller Creators
For Hannah Ryan, VP of Global Campaign Delivery at The Goat Agency, the shift reflects a bigger change in how audiences relate to creators online.
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Pinterest Creators Can Now Make Money from Pins
Creators will now be able to tag products in their Idea Pins — a video feature the app launched in spring — in order to make their content “shoppable.” Creators will also now be able to earn commissions through affiliate links and partner with brands on sponsored content, aligning with platforms such...
Staying up to Date with Social Media and the ASA
The ASA is quick to become aware of the latest social media trends and its website regularly provides news pieces and updates on how to abide by the rules when new trends arise. A recent example of this follows a rise in the popularity of ‘hard seltzers’ (alcoholic sparkling water)...
A Day in the Life: Jenny Tsai, Founder, and CEO of Wearisma
Talking Influence’s day in the life series aims to provide insight into the roles of some of the key players within the influencer marketing industry, enabling readers to understand more about the work that happens behind the scenes that allows the industry to thrive. In today's installment, Jenny T
TikTok Launches New Ways to Enjoy its’ LIVE Feature
Last month, Ed Sheeran broke the record for the biggest ever LIVE music performance on TikTok, gaining over 5.5 million unique viewers of his UEFA EURO 2020 show. With the feature clearly continuing to increase in popularity, TikTok has invested in new tools that will enable users and creators...
Instagram’s Latest Updates and How They’re Affecting Creators
One of the most recent updates to make the platform as seamless and user-friendly as possible is the Story translation tool. The Stories feature launched in 2016 and was based on a similar feature hosted by Snapchat. The feature has developed tremendously since its launch with users and content creators...
The Value of Influencers in Public Health Campaigns
As authentic thought-leaders with sharp insights into online behavior, influencers became valuable assets in many of these efforts. In fact, when targeting younger audiences with public health campaigns, influencers can help save lives by expanding the reach of accurate, actionable information. Shifting priorities & audiences Today, if a public health...
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