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H&M to Use AI-Generated Model 'Twins' in Social Media & Marketing Campaigns — The Good & The Bad
H&M announced it will use AI-generated digital clones of about 30 models in its social media and marketing campaigns. The models will own the rights to their digital twins, receive payment when they’re used, and control how and when they’re utilized—even allowing them to work with other companies, including competitors.
Instagram’s Edits App Will Likely Have Some Paid Features
Instagram’s upcoming app, Edits, is expected to launch in the next few weeks, according to Adam Mosseri.
YouTube Unveils New Creation Tools for Shorts
YouTube has announced new creation tools for Shorts, set to arrive this spring.
Facebook Is Bringing Ads to Notifications Soon
Facebook will begin testing ads in notifications this spring. Users will see these ads labeled as “sponsored” alongside their regular notifications based on their past engagement with ads and content.
LinkedIn Is Testing a Key Video Trends Feature to Highlight Video Trends in the Video Tab & Carousels
LinkedIn is starting to test a new Key Video Trends feature with users in the U.S
YouTube to Livestream Coachella with Watch With Feature, Letting Viewers Join Their Favorite Creator
Starting April 11, YouTube will host an official livestream for Coachella, available on both the Coachella YouTube channel and a new dedicated Coachella Livestream app.
YouTube Makes the Inspiration Tab Accessible in More Places & Adds Hooks and Quick Saves Features
YouTube has expanded access to its AI-powered Inspiration tool, integrating it into more areas of YouTube Studio, including Comments and Analytics.
YouTube’s ‘Pop the Balloon’ Dating Series Is Coming to Netflix
Netflix signed a deal with Pop the Balloon, a viral YouTube dating series created by Bolia Matundu (BM) and Arlette Amuli.
Patreon Launches A Podcast Network Program & New Tools for Podcasters
Patreon launched a new podcast network program, bringing select shows from Sony Music and Wondery to its platform.
Amazon Expands AI Shopping Tools with Interests and Visual Search
Following the shutdown of its TikTok-like Inspire feed, Amazon is doubling down on AI-powered shopping with two new features across Prime and Photos:
Twitch Introduces Advertiser-Friendly Content Guidelines
For the first time, Twitch has released Advertiser-Friendly Content Guidelines, developed with advertiser feedback and industry best practices.