The Next Social Wave: The Top 6 Predictions That Will Shape Social Media Strategies In 2026

From the rise of virtual influencers to the convergence of short-form video and UGC, here are six predictions that will shape ...
ConsumerAffairs

Social media is reshaping what Americans buy — and what they think they need

Social media has gone from a place to share vacation photos to a full-blown shopping channel. It’s no longer just ...

After Helping Hundreds of Brands, These Are the Social Media Moves I Recommend in 2026

The social media landscape is changing fast — here's how brands can show up, get noticed and stay ahead this year.

Social Media Trust Is Breaking Down (And How You Can Rebuild It)

Social media audiences are more skeptical than ever, forcing marketers to rethink AI use, influencer strategy, and how ...

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer leads Michigan and a social media empire

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer boasts that she has the "most creative" social media among governors. Why did building an online ...

Can a social app fix the ‘terrible devastation’ of social media?

Twitter co-founder Biz Stone and Pinterest co-founder Evan Sharp have raised new funding for a social media app that helps ...
NPR

A short social media detox improves mental health, a study shows. Here's how to do it

If you have ever sworn off social media for a week or two because you sensed it was feeding your anxiety or dampening your mood, you may be on to something. A new study out last week in JAMA ...

8 Celebrities Who Shocked Fans by Stepping Back From Social Media

Social media has become the heartbeat of celebrity life, and walking away from social media can feel like a bold, almost ...