#viral-political-messaging

[ follow ]
#social-media
fromNature
3 days ago
Mental health

Is social media addictive? Why a formal diagnosis is still out of reach

Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

5 Social Media-Based Side Hustles To Make Extra Income Online

Social media offers lucrative side hustle opportunities, including management services, live shopping, UGC creation, and paid ads services.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK social media users less active on tech platforms due to rise of video apps

Social media activity in the UK is declining due to video app popularity and concerns over past posts affecting users' reputations.
Mental health
fromNature
3 days ago

Is social media addictive? Why a formal diagnosis is still out of reach

A California trial awarded $6 million for social media addiction harm, but researchers question the validity of labeling social media use as addiction.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

5 Social Media-Based Side Hustles To Make Extra Income Online

Social media offers lucrative side hustle opportunities, including management services, live shopping, UGC creation, and paid ads services.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK social media users less active on tech platforms due to rise of video apps

Social media activity in the UK is declining due to video app popularity and concerns over past posts affecting users' reputations.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
10 hours ago

Reform UK becomes first British political party to launch its own podcast

Reform UK launches a podcast to provide behind-the-scenes access to Nigel Farage and party activities, marking a first for British political parties.
Social media marketing
fromWCVB
11 hours ago

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.
US politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Inside the rise of Trump's favorite online brawler

Alex Bruesewitz connects celebrities like Nicki Minaj and Donald Trump to enhance Trump's appeal to younger audiences through digital strategies.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
4 hours ago

Nobody tells you that expecting instant replies is a relatively new social norm - and that an entire generation learned to communicate in ways that never required it - Silicon Canals

Instant communication has created pressure that undermines meaningful relationships, which thrived in a slower-paced era of correspondence.
Digital life
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

What could six fictional voters teach us about how social media really works?

Exploring online content through six fictional voters during the Senedd election reveals diverse political perspectives and the influence of social media algorithms.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
1 day ago

The Stack: AI Surges while Social Platforms Face Scrutiny

AI is growing rapidly, streaming models are evolving, and regulatory pressures on platforms are increasing globally.
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Anthropic ramps up its political activities with a new PAC | TechCrunch

Anthropic's political activities have ramped up as the company continues to be enmeshed in a nasty legal battle with the Defense Department. The dispute erupted earlier this year over the government's use of Anthropic's AI models and what guidelines (if any) should exist for that usage.
Artificial intelligence
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

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.
#fact-checking
Online Community Development
fromPoynter
2 days ago

Fact-checking has to go where misinformation actually spreads - Poynter

Fact-checking must evolve from traditional metrics to address the fragmented and informal nature of today's information ecosystem.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Three ways AI is making reliable information harder to find - Poynter

AI is disrupting information consumption, leading to misinformation and challenges in staying informed amidst economic crises and news deserts.
Online Community Development
fromPoynter
2 days ago

Fact-checking has to go where misinformation actually spreads - Poynter

Fact-checking must evolve from traditional metrics to address the fragmented and informal nature of today's information ecosystem.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Three ways AI is making reliable information harder to find - Poynter

AI is disrupting information consumption, leading to misinformation and challenges in staying informed amidst economic crises and news deserts.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
#meta
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago
Silicon Valley

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

fromFast Company
5 days ago
Intellectual property law

Social media's 'Big Tobacco' moment may have finally arrived

Meta and YouTube were found guilty of harming young users through addictive algorithms, challenging the protections of Section 230.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

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.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'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.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

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.
#tiktok
Film
fromVariety
3 days ago

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.
Games
fromFast Company
3 days ago

TikTok DMs have a hidden easter egg-and it's no joke. How to find and play the secret emoji game

A hidden alligator emoji game is available in TikTok DMs, providing a fun distraction for users.
Games
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Go play this secret game in your TikTok DMs | TechCrunch

TikTok has introduced a secret emoji game in DMs where users bounce across alligators to compete for high scores.
Marketing
fromAdExchanger
5 days ago

TikTok On Why Brands Can't Buy Its New Ad Formats Programmatically | AdExchanger

TikTok's NewFronts presentation showcased a shift towards optimism with new features and ad formats under the TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Contributor: Investigate the AI campaigns flooding public agencies with fake comments

Artificial intelligence is being exploited to create fake grassroots opposition against clean air regulations, undermining public health initiatives.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Shilling For the Illiberal Left': Tim Miller Gets Eviscerated After Defending Hasan Piker

Tim Miller defended Hasan Piker's acceptance in the Democratic Party, sparking controversy and debate about bigotry and tribalization in politics.
Marketing tech
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

The Facebook insider building content moderation for the AI era | TechCrunch

Brett Levenson advocates for 'policy as code' to improve content moderation at Facebook, addressing deeper issues beyond technology.
#trump
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump's Stunning Declaration in Now-Deleted Video Isn't Helped By Context'

Trump suggested states should handle daycare funding, indicating a potential cut to popular programs like Medicare and Medicaid during a viral Easter event.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Goes on Falsehood-Riddled Rant Bragging I got 100% in the CNN Poll'

Trump falsely claimed a 100% approval rating in a CNN poll, misrepresenting NBC poll data and exaggerating lawsuits against media outlets.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Senator Known for Wild Tweets From Based' Account Reportedly in Contention to Be Trump's Next AG

Some senators are pushing the White House to appoint Sen. Mike Lee as Attorney General following Bondi's ouster and plan to pitch Trump directly on the idea, sources told me.
US politics
#disinformation
Media industry
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Iran Is Building the Disinformation Architecture of the Future-Right Now

Iran's disinformation tactics demonstrate the potential of AI in conflict, emphasizing speed, encryption, and narrative manipulation.
World news
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

When Deepfakes Become Doctrine

Artificial intelligence is being used to create and spread disinformation during the U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure.
Media industry
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Iran Is Building the Disinformation Architecture of the Future-Right Now

Iran's disinformation tactics demonstrate the potential of AI in conflict, emphasizing speed, encryption, and narrative manipulation.
World news
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

When Deepfakes Become Doctrine

Artificial intelligence is being used to create and spread disinformation during the U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Social media influencers fuelling violent extremism', MPs warn

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for regulatory scrutiny of social media to combat extremism.
#creator-economy
fromForbes
3 days ago
Marketing

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

Marketing
fromForbes
3 days ago

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.
Privacy technologies
fromMashable
4 days ago

New Bluesky AI only slightly less unpopular than JD Vance

Attie, an AI coding helper on Bluesky, has been blocked by 125,000 users, making it the second most blocked account on the platform.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

AI attack ads are hitting Massachusetts political campaigns

Lawmakers in Massachusetts are considering regulations for AI use in political advertising due to concerns about misleading voters and democratic integrity.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 day ago

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.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
1 day ago

New Poll Spells Doom for the GOP With Key 'Double Hater' Voters

Joe Rogan and Theo Von express confusion over U.S. military actions, highlighting a disconnect in political understanding among the public.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Rachel Maddow Reveals What She Would Ask Trump if She Ever Got to Interview Him

Maddow stated, 'I am very disinterested in him as a person.' She emphasized that she does not have an interest in his opinions or in putting him on camera.
US Elections
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Susie Lee Deleted Post: Pray They 'F*ck' Trump 'To His Face'

Representative Susie Lee deleted a profane post criticizing Trump's attendance at Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship.
Privacy professionals
fromExchangewire
3 days ago

Digest: Meta, TikTok, and Google Under Investigation for Failure to Comply with Australia's Social Media Ban; California Defies Trump on AI Demands - ExchangeWire.com

Australia's eSafety Commission warns major social media platforms are failing to enforce the under-16 social media ban.
Artificial intelligence
fromInc
1 week ago

In the AI Era, Transparency Is the New Currency on Social Media

AI-generated content is inevitable, but brands must use it thoughtfully to maintain trust and engagement.
Games
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

How the US memeifies its war on Iran

The US is criticized for transforming its war against Iran into entertainment through memes and video games.
Law
fromDailywire
1 week ago

Is This The Beginning Of The End Of Big Social Media?

Gen Z faces addiction to social media, paralleling past cigarette use, with legal actions emerging against tech companies for harmful design practices.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Flipboard's new 'social websites' help publishers and creators tap into the open social web | TechCrunch

Flipboard launched social websites, enabling creators to consolidate content and build communities around their work on decentralized platforms.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Fox News Has a Growing Trump Iran War Problem: How to Cover an Unpopular Populist

Fox News faces challenges as Trump's approval ratings drop amid the Iran war, complicating its historically successful business model.
US Elections
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

The Silicon Valley congressional race is getting ugly | TechCrunch

The CA-17 race is intensifying with Ro Khanna facing challenges from Ethan Agarwal, who has a controversial legal history.
US politics
fromWIRED
5 days ago

This Is How Trump Is Already Threatening the Midterms

The Trump administration is actively working to manipulate the midterm elections through rhetoric and proposed legislation.
Social media marketing
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The New Era of Militia Influencers

The rise of social media influencers is reshaping the American militia movement, focusing on tactical gear and online presence over traditional activism.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

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
Digital life
fromDigiday
4 days ago

In graphic detail: The long road to accountability for social media platforms

Big tech giants are now held accountable for harming children, marking a significant shift in social media regulation.
#misinformation
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

A False Story Can Go Viral in Minutes - Here's How Smart Leaders Stay Ahead of It

Misinformation spreads rapidly; preparation is crucial for leaders to manage reputational crises effectively.
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

A False Story Can Go Viral in Minutes - Here's How Smart Leaders Stay Ahead of It

Misinformation spreads rapidly; preparation is crucial for leaders to manage reputational crises effectively.
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Behind the Curtain: The big lie warping America

Most Americans are patriotic, hardworking, neighbor-helping, America-loving, money-giving people who don't pop off on social media or plot for power. The hidden truth: Most people agree on most things, most of the time. And the data validates this, time and time again.
US politics
Social media marketing
fromBenzinga
4 days ago

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.
#social-media-algorithms
US Elections
fromwww.nature.com
1 month ago

The effects of political advertising on Facebook and Instagram before the 2020 US election

Removing political ads from Facebook and Instagram for six weeks before the 2020 US election had no detectable effects on political knowledge, polarization, election legitimacy, participation, or voter turnout.
#political-advertising
Social media marketing
fromPhys
2 weeks ago

Do political social media ads influence the outcome of elections?

Political ads on Facebook and Instagram during the 2020 U.S. election primarily targeted existing supporters rather than persuading new voters, with minimal measurable impact on electoral outcomes.
Social media marketing
fromPhys
2 weeks ago

Do political social media ads influence the outcome of elections?

Political ads on Facebook and Instagram during the 2020 U.S. election primarily targeted existing supporters rather than persuading new voters, with minimal measurable impact on electoral outcomes.
fromNature
1 month ago

The science influencers going viral on TikTok to fight misinformation

One of Simon Clark's most popular TikTok videos begins with him playing the part of a clueless climate contrarian. Adopting the overconfident tone that is common among social-media influencers, he proclaims: "Renewables are a scam!" Cut to the real Clark, who has a PhD in stratospheric dynamics and uses the handle @simonoxfphys, as he dismantles several myths about renewable energy using a deadpan style and a torrent of charts. The video, with almost 180,000 views, is an effort to fight misinformation by meeting people where they are, he says.
Science
Social media marketing
fromPhys
3 weeks ago

Social media influencers increase the toxicity and power of misinformation, research shows

Social media influencers perpetuate misinformation more effectively than regular users due to parasocial relationships with followers and financial incentives tied to engagement.
fromThedrum
3 weeks ago

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
fromPhys
1 month ago

Social media advertising suppresses voting in targeted communities, research shows

Messages intended to suppress votes can be precisely delivered to particularly vulnerable and consequential groups of people via social media and keep millions of them from casting ballots, according to a new study that is the first to quantify the effect of this kind of microtargeting on voter turnout. A team led by a researcher at the University of Wisconsin-Madison recruited more than 10,000 people across the United States-a group representative of the country's voting population-to install an app that
US politics
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

How Trump saved TikTok: Backstory of a 2-year campaign

Trump reversed a TikTok ban after seeing campaign popularity metrics and insiders engineered sale of U.S. TikTok operations to American investors.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How the right won the internet

Online platforms enable influencer cross-pollination that amplifies fringe-right ideas, converting engagement into durable political worldviews and mobilizing support despite mainstream backlash.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

AI-Powered Disinformation Swarms Are Coming for Democracy

We are moving into a new phase of informational warfare on social media platforms where technological advancements have made the classic bot approach outdated,
US politics
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Behind the Curtain: 3 historic shifts simultaneously rattling society

Major tectonic shifts are rapidly reshaping politics, governance, and how shared reality forms, requiring clear frameworks to understand and act on these accelerating changes.
[ Load more ]