TikTok Ban Likely Upheld: Next Steps for Brands

For maybe the first time ever, a Supreme Court hearing might impact the day-to-day operations of social media marketers. On Friday, January 10, 2025, the Supreme Court heard arguments regarding the potential U.S. ban on TikTok and it looks more likely than ever that a ban may persist. Before panic sets in, it’s important to […]
Why Meta’s Third-Party Fact-Checking Exit Isn’t Surprising—But Still Raises Questions

Last week, Meta announced it’s scrapping its long-touted third-party fact-checking (3PFC) program in favor of a “Community Notes” style system. At first glance, this might sound shocking. But if we trace the evolution of platform moderation since 2016, the bigger question becomes: Was 3PFC actually preventing misinformation in the first place? A Response That Fell […]