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Title: The Latest Trends in Digital Marketing: Top Stories and Insights

In the fast-paced world of digital marketing, staying updated on the latest trends and insights is crucial for success. From advertising strategies to influencer marketing and social media updates, here are some of the top stories making waves in the industry.

The Top Three

🥇 WHEN LESS (USUALLY) IS MORE

How long should an ad be? A recent study found that most ads reach their peak impact in about 10 seconds. After that, extra time doesn’t improve recognition and can even make the ad less appealing. However, atypical ads, those with unexpected narratives or unconventional creative approaches, need more time to resonate.

  • Atypical ads take longer to be recognized, with brand recall improving up to 70 seconds.
  • Optimal engagement for atypical ads falls between 20–30 seconds — up to 3X more than longer typical ads.

🥈 UK USER DEFEATS META’S AD GAME

Privacy 1, Meta 0: Meta has agreed to stop targeting ads at one UK Facebook user following a legal fight, potentially paving the way for others to opt out of personalized ads. The UK’s data watchdog disagreed with Meta’s stance, stating that organizations must let users opt out of their data being used for targeted advertising.

🥉 GOOGLE DITCHES THE GREEN CHECK

Google is testing the removal of the green "Google Screened" checkmark from Local Service Ads, sparking backlash from advertisers who see it as a key trust-building feature. This move has raised concerns about the impact on ad performance and advertiser trust in the platform.

Today’s Other News

Advertising 📣

  • Bing is now placing ads within featured snippets, labeled "You might also like."
  • DoorDash introduces new banner ads to promote additional items customers can add after completing a purchase.
  • Blocklists are affecting sports engagement for marketers, with nearly half of Super Bowl coverage being blocked from advertising.

Influencer Marketing 🤳

  • Instagram updates its Creator Marketplace with new features for better creator discovery and engagement.
  • A study reveals that a high percentage of sponsored posts on social media remain undisclosed, raising concerns about transparency in influencer marketing.

GBP & GMC 🏬

  • Users report bugs in the Google Business Profile setup process, affecting the progression and visibility of phone numbers.
  • Google Merchant Center will update its click reporting to align with Google Ads, potentially impacting historical click data.

Social Media 📱

  • Pinterest introduces new feed display modules to showcase related topics and ideas to users without cluttering their main feed.

Acquisitions 🤝

  • Marketing agency Brunner acquires Rakuten Advertising’s Performance Solutions group, expanding its digital media capabilities.

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This article provides a comprehensive overview of the latest trends and insights in digital marketing, covering key stories and developments across various facets of the industry.

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