The Facebook outage left social media users shook after they realised that they can’t access Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. Although this outage caused a lot of headaches for brands, media update’s Talisa Carlson takes a look at the the good that came out of it.

Social media managers have definitely been feeling the pressure when it comes to performing with their online efforts. Social media has become a place of nurturing leads, which means that these platforms have never been this vital for brands, says the team at amaSocial.

AI influencers are no longer a far-fetched concept in a sci-fi drama but rather actual celebrities making waves online. But what is an AI influencer in the first place, and how are they managing to take over the digital space? media update’s Taylor Goodman is here to give you the scoop.

Social media slang and phrases constantly change — which means it can be hard to keep up with the new meanings of words used online. media update’s Talisa Carlson takes a look at the top 10 latest phrases you should be aware of in 2021. Are you pumped? Let’s do this!

Social media can boost creativity when you need it most. When people say that you are wasting hours scrolling, you can look them in the eye and say, “No, I am doing creative research.” Here media update’s Talisa Carlson takes a look at how social media really does encourage originality.

YouTube has announced that the YouTube NextUp programme will be available in Nigeria and South Africa. The programme aims to be an opportunity for local creators to take their content creation to the next level. 

Consumers are more willing to support or invest in a brand if they see that other people are satisfied with the company. Building a community surrounding your brand on social media is essential if you want to have a loyal following that will support you online, says the team at amaSocial.

Need a social media update? We know how fast the updates and trends roll out in this space and it can be difficult to keep up. That’s why we’ve got you covered with all the latest and greatest developments in the digital scene. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get straight into it!

TikTok for Business is the talk of the town. The tool is an all-in-one solution for marketers to advertise on the popular platform. But what exactly does this mean for brands and their advertising ventures? We’ve collected all the info, straight from the proverbial horse’s mouth!

Being human on social media is the key to having a successful digital strategy. These platforms are where your brand’s audience is at and what better way to communicate to them than in ways that you can directly reach them, says the team at amaSocial.