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Meta is adding new ecommerce functionality to WhatsApp.

Meta’s WhatsApp Takes Another Step Toward ‘Super App’ Status with Commerce Enhancements

Meta unveiled a number of updates that will make easier for users to find, message and buy from…

News November 17
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Meta, Amex and TikTok Offer Holiday Help to Small Businesses

It’s easy for small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to get lost in the holiday hullabaloo, but several major…

News November 16
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Meta has new ways for creators to make money including selling NFTs on Instagram.

NFTS are Just One Way Meta Wants to Help Creators Make More Money

In its latest appeal to creators, Meta has announced a series of new products to help influencers “reach…

News November 16
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Debunking 3 common myths about the metaverse and web3.

The Reality of the Metaverse: Debunking 3 Myths about the World(s) of Web3

While the initial consumer and media hype surrounding the metaverse seems to have simmered down from its 2021…

Features November 9
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Amazon Shares Fall Due to Weak Holiday Outlook, Overall Tech Stock Malaise

Economic uncertainty is proving to be a hindrance to even the largest retailers. Amazon has posted projected growth…

News October 28
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Meta unveiled a host of new ways its helps brands connect with consumers via ads and messaging.

Meta Looks to Creators, Messaging for New Ways to Connect Consumers and Brands

Meta has unveiled a suite of product updates across Facebook, Instagram and its messaging platforms aimed at bolstering…

News October 4
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Livestreaming in the U.S. has failed to take off the problem is platform, not the format.

Livestreaming in the U.S. isn’t Dead, it’s Just Happening in the Wrong Place 

[Editor’s Note: Check out this feature on travel brand Calpak for an inside look at one brand that…

Features September 13
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DressX has launched a series of virtual outfits on Meta's new Avatars Store.

Reports: Meta Expands its Avatar Fashion Marketplace with Addition of DressX

Meta has added virtual fashion retailer DressX to the roster of partners creating digital clothing for its new…

News July 20
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Amazon Takes Legal Action Against 10,000+ Fake Review Facebook Groups

Seeking information via the legal system, Amazon has filed a lawsuit against the administrators of more than 10,000…

News July 19
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