June 3, 2023

The Wrap: Ben & Jerry’s Ends Paid Advertising on Twitter Due to ‘Proliferation of Hate Speech’

The Wrap: Ben & Jerry’s Ends Paid Advertising on Twitter Due to ‘Proliferation of Hate Speech’. “Famed ice cream company Ben & Jerry’s is no longer spending money on paid advertising on Twitter, citing an uptick in hate speech as the reason for the move. In the company’s statement, it clarifies it’s not only troubled by hate speech from the general masses across the social network, but also the speech of the site’s owner, Elon Musk.”

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June 2, 2023

The Hustle: LL Bean gave social media the boot but its business still got the kick

The Hustle: LL Bean gave social media the boot but its business still got the kick. “While we’re still not convinced this wasn’t some weary social media manager’s elaborate ploy, LL Bean signing off from socials for the entire month of May — its ‘off the grid’ initiative to encourage stepping outside for Mental Health Awareness Month — appears to have been a great move.”

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January 29, 2023

Wall Street Journal: Virtual Birkin Bags on Trial in Hermès Case Testing IP Rights

Wall Street Journal: Virtual Birkin Bags on Trial in Hermès Case Testing IP Rights. “Mason Rothschild created a series of 100 digital images he called MetaBirkins, depicting fur-covered purses in the same shape and style as the Hermès luxury product, which he sold as digital tokens on virtual marketplaces. The NFTs sometimes have sold at prices similar to the real handbags. Beginning Monday, Mr. Rothschild’s MetaBirkins go on trial in New York in a case at the intersection of trademark law and constitutional protections for freedom of expression.”

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January 14, 2023

Detroit Free Press: Ford adds vintage pickup truck images to public website for free downloading

Detroit Free Press: Ford adds vintage pickup truck images to public website for free downloading. “Ford Motor Co. unveiled images so rare and popular for public viewing in June that its website crashed. Now, a batch of coveted vintage photos of the best-selling F-Series trucks has just posted online to recognize the 75th anniversary of the iconic pickup. The company hopes to avoid drama this time by doubling computer server capacity of the Ford Heritage Vault site.”

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January 13, 2023

The Street: After Musk Took Over Twitter, McDonald’s, Starbucks Stopped Tweeting

The Street: After Musk Took Over Twitter, McDonald’s, Starbucks Stopped Tweeting. “Ronald McDonald is not the only one experiencing the silence of the tweets. Coca-Cola’s, Starbucks, Sonic Drive-In, General Mills, and Dairy Queen are among the companies that seem to be stuck in 2022. And while Twitter is getting the silent treatment, all these companies have been active on Facebook and Instagram.”

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January 9, 2023

POPEYES MEME KID: I’M A COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYER!!! … Wants NIL Deal (TMZ)

TMZ: POPEYES MEME KID: I’M A COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYER!!! … Wants NIL Deal. “Remember the TerRio look-alike who went viral for giving the side-eye at Popeyes??? That kid from the famous meme is now a college football player — and we’re all officially old. TMZ Sports has confirmed … Lake Erie College freshman offensive lineman Dieunerst Collin is, in fact, the little kid in the yellow shirt who became internet famous on now-defunct social media platform Vine back in the day.”

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November 4, 2022

The Guardian: General Mills latest to halt Twitter ads as Musk takeover sparks brand exodus

The Guardian: General Mills latest to halt Twitter ads as Musk takeover sparks brand exodus. “The growing exodus of advertisers comes amid concerns [Elon] Musk will scale back misinformation and security protections on the platform. As civil rights groups call potential moderation issues into question, companies are considering whether staying on Twitter might tarnish their brands.”

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July 18, 2022

UK Government: UK Intellectual Property Office joins WIPOS global brands database

UK Government: UK Intellectual Property Office joins WIPOS global brands database. “The Global Brands Database is an online resource made freely available by WIPO. It provides access to more than 50 million records, from some 71 national and international collections, in one place…. Initially, the UK will add around 3 million records, starting with existing registered trade marks. “

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July 5, 2022

Ford Authority: Ford Heritage Vault Proves Incredibly Popular As Traffic Overloads Site

Ford Authority: Ford Heritage Vault Proves Incredibly Popular As Traffic Overloads Site. “…the response to this new site was so overwhelming that many had difficult accessing it as the Ford Heritage Vault has garnered a large amount of traffic, to the point where it’s been down quite a bit over that same time span, as Ford archivist Ted Ryan explained to the Detroit Free Press.”

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May 28, 2022

BusinessWire: American Girl Launches New Family-Friendly Podcast Network (PRESS RELEASE)

BusinessWire: American Girl Launches New Family-Friendly Podcast Network (PRESS RELEASE). “The new podcast network, with ad-free shows spanning diverse formats and themes, will amplify the brand’s digital and creative storytelling—sparking imaginations and a love of reading. The American Girl Podcast Network will launch with three original shows—one scripted and adapted from the brand’s slate of fan-favorite published content for young readers that debuts today, followed by two nonfiction podcasts with a mix of guest interviews, real-life advice, and behind-the-scenes exclusives that launch this summer.”

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May 25, 2022

Drapers: New website to support Ukrainian fashion brands launches

Drapers: New website to support Ukrainian fashion brands launches. “The platform… aims to help Ukrainian clothing, jewellery and accessories brands that still have access to their collections and can ship items worldwide, following Russia’s invasion on 24 February. Ukrainian fashion brands showcased on the website include Dhuz, Poustovit, and Alice K, among others.”

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