Why brands should tap social communities for conversion

UM Philippines’ Jesca Bantayan explains how brands can use the power of fandoms as an engagement tool to connect with their consumers. Social media usage in the APAC region, notably in China, India, and Indonesia, continues to increase. Beyond personal connections, social media’s sites and apps now encompass commerce, discovery, entertainment, and professional networking, genuinely making

When creator content goes mainstream

There’s no denying that creators have completely changed the entertainment landscape, and now AI is only going to empower them further, suggests UM’s William Wun. Home to 60% of the world’s population, the APAC region is also the home of the most social media users worldwide. They make up 64% of global audiences, and in

Brands seek honesty over creativity and charisma: Snapchat and MAGNA

The study found creators who routinely shared personal experiences and engaged with their audience’s comments were perceived as honest and authentic. The top traits brands seek from influencers is honesty (67%), followed by creativity (47%) and charisma (38%), according to research conducted by Snapchat and MAGNA Media Trials for its Influencer Marketing Playbook. The study, ‘Unleashing Influence: A