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Is It Plagiarism or Jumping on a Trend? The Ethics of Social Media Content

Contently - Strategy

The difference between borrowing and stealing can be blurry on social media, where memes, sounds, and other types of content are widely redistributed by brands and users alike. Social copying happens across all social platforms: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and the like. Be inspired.

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A Case for Marketing Ethics

Mindful Marketing

So, I was surprised recently when a student waited until others had left, then said, “Hey, Dr. Hagenbuch, I have a question about an ethical issue.” He provided the firm different forms of marketing support, including help with social media. ” The inquiry wasn’t entirely unexpected.

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Social media updates: Instagram caption polls, TikTok’s silent fallout & LinkedIn introduces Sponsored Articles

Prohibition

Looking for the latest social media updates? It’s a reminder that responsible and ethical marketing practices are pivotal in this evolving digital landscape. TikTok-aligned music is the latest way for songs and artists to be found, through aiming to go ‘viral’ on the app.

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Ensuring Ethical Advertising

Mindful Marketing

” Severe backlash against the brand has included stinging social media posts and celebrity condemnations. ” 2) Creating Buzz: Relatively few advertisers compete for major industry awards, but millions would love their organization to be the focus of the next viral video.

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Kidfluencers and Their Impact on Influencer Marketing, Brands, and Parents

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

These pint-sized personalities have amassed legions of followers on social media platforms, partnering with brands and making a significant impact on the world of influencer marketing. In a world increasingly dominated by social media, the appeal of authenticity has never been more significant.

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How to Create A PR Stunt That Gets Noticed

5W PR

This guide aims to demystify the process, offering marketing professionals, PR strategists, brand managers, and business owners a roadmap to crafting PR stunts that are impactful, memorable, and ethical. When executed successfully, it can skyrocket brand awareness, generate buzz on social media, and even make headlines.

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The narratives shaping Artificial Intelligence discourse in 2023

NewsWhip

In 2023 we’ve experienced a rapid rise in artificial intelligence discourse, as the public begin to see firsthand the impact these advances have on their daily lives, while grappling with concerns over ethics, job elimination, and how it will evolve.