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Justin Joffe

Facebook responds to ‘Facebook Papers’ coverage, LinkedIn shares ads tips, and Microsoft identifies Russian hackers

Also: Kit-Kat launches Halloween costume contest, Hertz buys 100,000 Tesla cars, Home Depot stops selling security cameras linked to Chinese surveillance, and more.

Justin Joffe

Film production responds to deadly misfire on set, job candidates prefer vaccination requirements, and Twitter research finds conservative bias

Also: Heinz introduces shoppable livestream event, Howard University addresses student housing problems, TikTok publishes inaugural Discover List, and more.

Justin Joffe

Lyft offers context on long-delayed safety report, almost half of all journalists cover five beats or more, and WeWork goes public

Also: St. Ives skincare launches Instagram contest, Axel Springer’s CEO apologizes to employees, Pinterest announces video features, and more.

Justin Joffe

Netflix CEO admits errors ahead of walkout, TikTok users trust celebrity content less, and Wendy’s introduces recyclable cups

Also: Beaches Resorts searches for TikTok “granfluencer,” Twitter launches inclusive marketing program, AMC Theatres adds permanent captions for accessibility, and more.

Ted Kitterman

Facebook proposes name change, Southwest backtracks on vaccine mandates, and Zillow blames supply chain home-buying freeze

Also: GE, Union Pacific and others announce vaccine mandates, how Facebook’s brand reputation affects user numbers, how personal storytelling offers COVID-19 messaging opportunities, and more.

Justin Joffe

How brands attract social media users, Intel CEO addresses chip production woes, and Starbucks dismisses claims of anti-union intimidation

Also: Little Caesars looks to cast its next commercial with TikTok contest, Sinclair acknowledges ransomware attack, TikTok launches audio marketing tools and more.

Dustin Siggins

Establish unique brand value before seeking the media spotlight

Here’s how to be ready to use press to drive sales.

Justin Joffe

Netflix, Apple terminate outspoken employees, U.S. workers increasingly make demands of employers, and IATSE union offers labor messaging lessons

Also: Megan Thee Stallion becomes a Popeyes franchisee in promotional partnership, Impossible Foods defends its sustainability record, and more.

Justin Joffe

Boeing responds to latest production woes, the financial well-being of U.S. adults suffers, and LinkedIn closes platform in China

Also: Heinz invests in a Halloween store, White House partners with FedEx, UPS and Walmart to improve supply chain, Instagram launches live broadcast scheduler, and more.

Justin Joffe

Netflix leader defends Chappelle program to employees, US marketers increase diversity in content, and Facebook outlines protections for public figures

Also: Hotels.com searches for bathtub influencer, Chipotle execs explain strategy for investing in talent, and more.

Justin Joffe

Kellogg responds to cereal worker strike, data protection drives trust on social media, and ESPN benches anchor over podcast comments

Also: Frito-Lay funds Hamilton-themed curriculum in Texas, TikTok launches cybersecurity education initiative, Google introduces sustainability tools for Nest thermostat, and more.

Justin Joffe

Pharmacy chains respond to opioid lawsuit, Americans take responsibility for data security, and Home Depot announces delivery partnership with Walmart

Also: Bank of America creates financing directory for women entrepreneurs, Tesla explains racism lawsuit to employees, William Shatner goes to space, and more.

Justin Joffe

Facebook explains service interruption, 52% of Americans don’t trust social media, and Jamie Dimon irks with MLK comparison

Also: Brach’s shares top candy corn purchases by state, AMC Theatres brags about record weekend revenue, WaPo journalist apologizes for errant tweet, and more.

Justin Joffe

Airlines announce vaccine mandates, Golden Globes touts increased member diversity, and 75% of marketers to increase social media spending

Also: Brands push digital fan engagement on National Taco Day, Alaska’s Katami National Park celebrates pudgy bears in social media contest, PwC frames remote work as inclusive, and more.

Justin Joffe

Dollar Tree explains new pricing, short-form video tips for YouTube, and Gannett responds to employees claims of unpaid labor

Also: Southwest and Disney World launch shared anniversary promotions, podcasts use International Podcast Day to highlight their programming, and more.