Influencer Marketing Evolution

As mega-influencers with millions of followers fall out of favor, brands are leveraging micro-influencers with smaller but highly engaged audiences. These authentic connections allow for more targeted, relatable campaigns. Social media-savvy markets like Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines are embracing this shift towards niche influencers.

TikTok Faces Uncertainty as Congress Passes a Bill to Ban the App

Last week, the House of Representatives voted to ban the app over concerns about data privacy and ties to China. If the Senate passes the bill too, TikTok could disappear from app stores by next year. Both creators and fans will lose connections and income streams. Businesses will lose a powerful marketing channel. The proposed ban raises complex questions around data security, free speech, and US-China relations. TikTok plans to challenge the ban in court. But the app’s fate ultimately lies in the hands of lawmakers. As this debate continues, TikTok users anxiously wait to learn if these precious moments will vanish.