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#family-vlog

15 hours ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.

Startup companies

23 hours ago

I founded Culture Pop in my 50s, but my youngest hires keep it relevant and fresh

Tom First founded Culture Pop, a probiotic soda brand, focusing on health-conscious consumers and achieving significant revenue growth in a competitive market.

Mental health

fromSilicon Canals

I'm 37 and the friendships in my life that have lasted are the ones where we stopped pretending - stopped curating what we showed each other, stopped performing the version of our lives that made sense on paper - and what replaced the pretending is the best thing I have built in the last decade - Silicon Canals

Authentic friendships emerge when individuals drop their facades and share their true struggles with each other.

fromWCVB

These creators helping viewers save money. Here's how

Deinfluencers encourage sustainable living and mindful spending, promoting alternatives to consumerism in response to economic challenges.

#tiktok

London food

Not quite Greggs': TikTok creators put London's gentrified' bakeries to the test

A TikTok trend emerged where locals review upmarket cafes in north London, highlighting gentrification and community reactions.

Film

fromVariety

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.

fromPsychology Today

TikTok Is Designed to Get Users Hooked

TikTok's algorithm effectively transforms casual users into heavy users by continuously adapting to their viewing preferences.

fromTheWrap

TikTok Creators Will Be Able to Send Cameos to Fans Without Leaving the App

TikTok creators can now offer personalized Cameo videos directly within the app, enhancing fan engagement and monetization opportunities.

TikTok adds in-app Cameo integration for creators

TikTok and Cameo integration allows users to request personalized videos directly within the TikTok app.

London food

Not quite Greggs': TikTok creators put London's gentrified' bakeries to the test

A TikTok trend emerged where locals review upmarket cafes in north London, highlighting gentrification and community reactions.

Film

fromVariety

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.

fromPsychology Today

TikTok Is Designed to Get Users Hooked

TikTok's algorithm effectively transforms casual users into heavy users by continuously adapting to their viewing preferences.

fromTheWrap

TikTok Creators Will Be Able to Send Cameos to Fans Without Leaving the App

TikTok creators can now offer personalized Cameo videos directly within the app, enhancing fan engagement and monetization opportunities.

TikTok adds in-app Cameo integration for creators

TikTok and Cameo integration allows users to request personalized videos directly within the TikTok app.

more#tiktok

fromKotaku

YouTube's Gaming Historian Steps Back After 15 Years

"Today I'm announcing I will no longer be making Gaming Historian videos. There's nothing dramatic behind it, I promise."

Games

Photography

fromThe Phoblographer

Our Staff is All Human. Can Other Publications Say the Same?

Phoblographer aims to reduce reliance on big photo retailers and banner ads by promoting a subscription model for sustainability.

fromAol

The rise of CTV IRL: Valuable TV audiences are no longer just sitting at home

Connected TV is expanding into public spaces, transforming how audiences engage with content outside the home.

Marketing tech

From Streaming To AI: Agency Leaders' Next Big Media Bets

Streaming platform consolidation is reshaping agency strategies, emphasizing precision and adaptability in targeting consumer attention.

#parenting

Parenting

Dylan Dreyer and Ashley Graham Agree: This 1 Skill Makes 'Boy Mom' Life Easier

Podcast

Dylan Dreyer Launches a New Podcast, 'The Parent Chat.' See the Trailer

Parenting

Dylan Dreyer's Dinner Table Meltdown With Son Sparks 'Therapy' Moment With Erin Andrews

fromIndependent

Parenting

My 10-year-old son watched porn at a friend's house - but I have no idea how to talk to him about it

fromScary Mommy

OK, So Work Becomes Less Of A Priority For Everyone After Having Kids, Right?

Having children often shifts priorities from career advancement to family time and financial security.

fromHuffPost

Parenting

The Funniest Tweets From Parents This Week

Dylan Dreyer and Ashley Graham Agree: This 1 Skill Makes 'Boy Mom' Life Easier

Raising boys involves chaos, selective hearing, and a shared understanding of the challenges and humor in parenting.

Podcast

Dylan Dreyer Launches a New Podcast, 'The Parent Chat.' See the Trailer

Dylan Dreyer's podcast 'The Parent Chat' offers practical parenting advice and solidarity from experts and fellow parents.

Dylan Dreyer's Dinner Table Meltdown With Son Sparks 'Therapy' Moment With Erin Andrews

Parenting challenges are universal, with no definitive right way to handle them.

fromIndependent

My 10-year-old son watched porn at a friend's house - but I have no idea how to talk to him about it

Reactions to a child's discovery of pornography can influence their willingness to communicate openly.

fromScary Mommy

OK, So Work Becomes Less Of A Priority For Everyone After Having Kids, Right?

Having children often shifts priorities from career advancement to family time and financial security.

fromHuffPost

Parenting

The Funniest Tweets From Parents This Week

Why is everyone in China changing their profile picture to Kris Jenner?

Kris Jenner has become a symbol of good luck and success for Chinese Gen Z on social media.

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.

Humor

fromMashable

Fruit Love Island and other AI fruit slop are taking over the internet

AI-generated content like Fruit Love Island captivates millions, raising questions about human engagement with digital culture and entertainment.

fromFast Company

Silicon Valley food

'Fruit Love Island' is TikTok's most popular AI-generated series. It's now facing trouble in paradise

Music production

fromIndieWire

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.

Humor

fromMashable

Fruit Love Island and other AI fruit slop are taking over the internet

AI-generated content like Fruit Love Island captivates millions, raising questions about human engagement with digital culture and entertainment.

fromFast Company

Silicon Valley food

'Fruit Love Island' is TikTok's most popular AI-generated series. It's now facing trouble in paradise

How one agent built a $150M business on YouTube

Attracting the right audience through targeted YouTube content leads to higher sales than traditional lead-chasing methods.

#meta

fromTNW | Insights

Law

Meta and YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial

Silicon Valley

'We're having a moment' - fear and denial in Silicon Valley over social media addiction trial

fromDigiday

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Meta's bid to woo creators to Facebook just might work, despite its recent legal woes

Meta's Facebook Creator Fast Track program offers guaranteed payouts to attract creators, despite recent legal challenges regarding user safety.

Social media marketing

Instagram testing subscription that allows users to watch stories anonymously

Social media marketing

Meta will "substantially reduce" describing Instagram teen accounts as PG-13

Law

fromTNW | Insights

Meta and YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for treating social media platforms as defective products, awarding $6 million in damages.

Silicon Valley

'We're having a moment' - fear and denial in Silicon Valley over social media addiction trial

Meta and YouTube were found liable for designing addictive platforms that harmed a young woman's mental health.

fromDigiday

Meta's bid to woo creators to Facebook just might work, despite its recent legal woes

Meta's Facebook Creator Fast Track program offers guaranteed payouts to attract creators, despite recent legal challenges regarding user safety.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Instagram testing subscription that allows users to watch stories anonymously

Meta is launching Instagram Plus, a premium subscription service allowing anonymous Story views and rewatch counts, currently available in select countries.

Meta will "substantially reduce" describing Instagram teen accounts as PG-13

Meta will reduce its use of PG-13 ratings for Teen Accounts on Instagram following a cease-and-desist letter from the Motion Picture Association.

more#meta

English Premier League

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

From YouTube to real life: why Hashtag United want to go down

Hashtag United seeks relegation due to financial unsustainability and lack of governance in the Isthmian Premier League.

YouTube blasted by hundreds of experts over 'AI slop' videos served up to kids

YouTube faces criticism for AI-generated videos harming children's development and is urged to label and restrict such content.

Television

YouTube experiments with TV-style channels for CTV viewing

YouTube CEO says the best YouTubers will 'never leave their home' | TechCrunch

YouTube CEO Neal Mohan believes creators will remain loyal to the platform despite competition from streaming services like Netflix.

Education

fromFast Company

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

YouTube blasted by hundreds of experts over 'AI slop' videos served up to kids

YouTube faces criticism for AI-generated videos harming children's development and is urged to label and restrict such content.

Television

YouTube experiments with TV-style channels for CTV viewing

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

YouTube CEO says the best YouTubers will 'never leave their home' | TechCrunch

YouTube CEO Neal Mohan believes creators will remain loyal to the platform despite competition from streaming services like Netflix.

Australia says Meta, TikTok, YouTube not complying with child social media ban

Australia's ban on under-16s using social media is not effectively enforced by major platforms.

LGBT

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

MAFS Groom Tyson Faces Backlash Over Gay Comments

Tyson Gordon faced backlash for expressing homophobic and misogynistic views on Married At First Sight Australia.

#video-marketing

Online marketing

The importance of video content in 2026 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Video will dominate online content consumption by 2026, making strategic video marketing essential for brand relevance.

fromSfgate

Marketing

Tips to create short-form video to reach new audiences

fromSocial Media Examiner

Growth hacking

How These Smart Hook Strategies Can Improve Your Video Engagement

Marketing

How to Position Yourself as a Video Influencer People Will Love : Social Media Examiner

Use service-first, evergreen YouTube video content to answer customer questions, build trust, drive website traffic, and improve search rankings against larger competitors.

fromThe Drum

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Marketing

How to create video content your audience wants to see

Video advertising is underused despite smartphone and social-video dominance; advertisers must tailor mobile-friendly, attention-grabbing videos and measure ad performance.

Online marketing

The importance of video content in 2026 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Video will dominate online content consumption by 2026, making strategic video marketing essential for brand relevance.

fromSfgate

Tips to create short-form video to reach new audiences

Creating short-form videos is essential for businesses to effectively reach audiences and drive growth.

Growth hacking

fromSocial Media Examiner

How These Smart Hook Strategies Can Improve Your Video Engagement

Optimize video hooks within the first three seconds using combined visual and verbal elements, and diversify emotional triggers to maintain viewer engagement and prevent predictable drop-offs.

Marketing

How to Position Yourself as a Video Influencer People Will Love : Social Media Examiner

fromThe Drum

Marketing

How to create video content your audience wants to see

TikTok Says Your Nails Can Reveal Whether You're The Younger Or Older Sister

Younger and older sister nail trends reflect sibling dynamics, showcasing contrasting styles in manicures on social media.

Right-wing politics

fromThe Atlantic

How We Maxxed Maxxing

Looksmaxxing is a trend where young men pursue attractiveness through various means, including self-harm and humor.

fromFortune

20 hours ago

The corporate 'storyteller' is marketing's newest messiah-and just as hollow as every buzzword before it | Fortune

The Storyteller has emerged as a new branding concept, embodying wisdom and insight into the human condition amidst consumer distrust.

fromThe Atlantic

How Some People Became So Averse to Hype

Anna Holmes defines 'hype aversion' as a reflex against being told what to like, suggesting that popularity can create pressure rather than signal quality. This feeling can lead to a deliberate choice to resist mainstream culture.

Media industry

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.

Photography

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

Teen Romance and Breakups in the Digital Age

Teenage romantic breakups are significantly impacted by social media, texting, and AI, leading to new challenges and consequences.

Podcast

fromwww.mediaite.com

Usha Vance Embarks on Media Tour to Launch New Podcast

Usha Vance launches a children's podcast to promote reading and address declining literacy rates.

Liverpool FC

'They think I just go home and make TikToks - it's not true'

Alisha Lehmann aims to change perceptions of female footballers while balancing her social media presence and dedication to the sport.

#creator-economy

fromRolling Out

Social media marketing

Outloud Talent on what creators get wrong about brand deals

Trust Is Becoming The Most Valuable Currency In The Creator Economy

Audiences now seek trust in content, influencing their decision-making and the value of creators' work.

Marketing

The Great Convergence: Why The Creator Economy's Future Belongs To Those Who Unite Social, Brand, And Talent

fromRolling Out

Outloud Talent on what creators get wrong about brand deals

Outloud Talent manages over 150 creators, helping them monetize their platforms through brand deals and tailored support.

Trust Is Becoming The Most Valuable Currency In The Creator Economy

Audiences now seek trust in content, influencing their decision-making and the value of creators' work.

The Great Convergence: Why The Creator Economy's Future Belongs To Those Who Unite Social, Brand, And Talent

The entertainment industry is shifting power to creators, with traditional advertising losing relevance as the creator economy rapidly expands.

more#creator-economy

fromTNW | Investors-Funding

OpenAI has acquired the Silicon Valley talk show TBPN

OpenAI has acquired the Technology Business Programming Network, maintaining its editorial independence while integrating it into its strategy organization.

This company is turning YouTube videos into TV shows as streamers chase Gen Alpha

Streamers are launching creator content to attract Gen Alpha away from YouTube, with Pocket.watch leading the initiative.

fromJezebel

#MomTok Might Not Survive Taylor Frankie Paul's Season of 'The Bachelorette' Getting Canceled

In the video, Paul hits and screams at Mortenson and throws several metal barstools at him, which led to charges of misdemeanor assault, criminal mischief, and commission of domestic violence in the presence of a child.

SF parents

How to Navigate Brand Authenticity in the Age of AI Slop

Originality and authenticity in content are essential for brands to stand out in a saturated market dominated by low-quality AI-generated content.

#instagram

fromRouteNote Blog

Social media marketing

Does Instagram drive deeper connections between artists and fans? - RouteNote Blog

fromThe Verge

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Social media marketing

Instagram tests letting you pay to view stories anonymously

Social media marketing

Instagram Will "Substantially Reduce" Use of PG-13 Rating in Deal With Motion Picture Association

fromRouteNote Blog

Does Instagram drive deeper connections between artists and fans? - RouteNote Blog

Instagram is a key platform for music superfans, significantly enhancing artist engagement and support.

fromThe Verge

Instagram tests letting you pay to view stories anonymously

Meta is testing an Instagram subscription with new features like anonymous story viewing and extended viewing times.

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Instagram Will "Substantially Reduce" Use of PG-13 Rating in Deal With Motion Picture Association

Instagram will reduce references to the MPA's PG-13 rating and add a disclaimer to distinguish between the two systems.

more#instagram

I've been part of The Wiggles for 14 years, making kids' content. My son doesn't watch videos on phones.

Simon Pryce emphasizes the importance of child development in connection with music and the impact of screen time on his son.

fromVulture

What Dan Bucatinsky Watches (and Listens to) With His Kids

Dan Bucatinsky reflects on his dual role as an actor and father, highlighting the changes in his children's interests over the years.

To Get Powerful Publicity, Build A Narrative Strategy

Building a clear, consistent narrative strategy is essential for organizations to connect with stakeholders and achieve sustainable success.

Travel

fromBusiness Insider

After 5 years, our family gave up full-time travel and YouTube success. I worry we've messed up the kids.

After years of full-time travel, a child's need to control and personalize a permanent space reveals the psychological importance of stability and belonging for developing minds.

fromWIRED

Taylor Lorenz's Screen Time Is Almost 17 Hours a Day

Taylor Lorenz embraces her digital lifestyle, finding value in her screen time for work and creativity despite concerns about excessive usage.

fromDigiday

Future of TV Briefing: What publishers have to offer creators

Publishers are increasingly collaborating with creators to enhance revenue opportunities and audience reach.

Cameo partners with TikTok to boost popularity | TechCrunch

Cameo videos regularly go viral on TikTok, and TikTok talent delivered its strongest year yet on Cameo in 2025, according to Cameo CEO Steven Galanis.

Social media marketing

fromBustle

Actually, DadTok Can't Survive This

The husbands, boyfriends, and baby daddies of the Mormon Wives cast have tried to feed off MomTok's success by forming their own influencer group. It's fallen flat, and that was before all of the ongoing scandals.

Television

Australia's teen social media ban is a flop. But there's no joy in I told you so' | Samantha Floreani

The Australian teen social media ban has failed, with 70% of children still online and no reduction in cyberbullying or abuse.

Meet the 21-year-old media exec who wants TikTok shows to be taken seriously

Rowan Winch, cofounder of Fallen Media, plays a key role in producing popular TikTok shows while engaging directly with creators in New York City.

fromLGBTQ Nation

Adoption is a beautiful way to build a family. But it's not one-size-fits-all. - LGBTQ Nation

Adoption has various paths, each with unique processes, costs, and timelines, requiring thorough understanding before proceeding.

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

Snapchat expands Creator Subscriptions to all eligible users

Snapchat's Creator Subscriptions are now available to all eligible Snap creators, allowing monetization through exclusive content offerings.

fromInc

5 Questions Every Founder Should Ask Before Hiring an Influencer

Creator ad spend in the U.S. reached $37 billion in 2025, with startups often mismanaging their creator budgets.

fromDefector

The Not-At-All-Secret Life Of Taylor Frankie Paul | Defector

Taylor Frankie Paul's casting in The Bachelorette was halted due to a resurfaced domestic violence incident video.

fromInterview Magazine

These Creators Are Getting Rich Off Reaction Content While We Watch

Reaction videos have evolved from a niche curiosity into a massive YouTube phenomenon, with top channels accumulating hundreds of millions of views and attracting attention from major artists.

fromNieman Lab

Reluctantly learning from my boyfriend's favorite news creator

Andrew Callaghan's Channel 5 distinguishes itself through direct interviews with subjects in unfolding events, offering perspectives absent from mainstream news coverage.

fromCoda Story

The influencer bubble: Can content creators continue to airbrush the Gulf? - Coda Story

Dubai attracts thousands of influencers with tax incentives and creator support, but geopolitical tensions reveal the risks of building careers in politically volatile regions.

Influencers Are Leaving The Feed And Entering The Real World

Influencer marketing is evolving from one-off social media posts to integrated brand partnerships where creators function as core media infrastructure helping design campaigns across multiple platforms and physical spaces.

fromBenzinga

Performance Comparison: Meta Platforms And Competitors In Interactive Media & Services Industry - Met

Thorough company analysis is essential for investors, focusing on Meta Platforms and its competitors in the Interactive Media & Services industry.

fromScary Mommy

Mara Martin Believes Millennial Moms Are The Only Vibe

Mara Martin's viral moment on the Sports Illustrated runway challenged societal norms by breastfeeding her daughter while modeling.

Trying to Land Media Coverage. Don't Make This Mistake.

Online presence and verifiable signals are crucial for founders to secure opportunities in a skeptical business climate.

3 Grown Siblings Hilariously React to Mom's Surprise Pregnancy

A 43-year-old mother surprised her three adult children with news of an unexpected fourth pregnancy, capturing their shocked reactions on video that went viral with nearly 2 million likes.

fromThedrum

Why your social content should make people curious

It's our job to be translators of science so people understand what's happening and why it's so important. It's a global ocean. Just because something's happening in one place, doesn't mean it's not going to have an effect elsewhere in the world.

Social media marketing

fromwww.marketingdive.com

Keeping it real: 3 trends redefining creative video marketing today

Simple, authentic cinematic visuals connect with audiences more effectively than complex, noisy advertising.

fromBusiness Insider