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Facebook Rolls Out Curated News Feature

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It showcases developing stories from certain publishers that curators deem to be relevant to the national conversation, as well as original reporting from local publications with the inclusion of New York, Miami, Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth, among other places.

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Facebook Takes On Zillow With Dynamic Ads For Real Estate

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According to reports, the social media giant has launched “Dynamic Ads For Real Estate,” a new advertising feature that might just challenge Zillow’s supremacy in the digital retail arena. I think there’s a lot of ways that we can help the industry in general.”. Denver, Houston, Miami, and Washington, D.C.

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Why Health And Fitness Are Driving More Retail Change

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Furthermore, consumers are always looking for variety, and for community — something a digital operation like ClassPass can help build in almost a social media-like way. Innovation is also taking place within retail brick-and-mortar pharmacies. One reason for all of that? A looming doctor shortage.

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Rescuing The Restaurant Business From App Decline

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The model for the DineVite online and mobile app is actually similar to social media. According to industry research , 70 percent of consumers use their mobile devices on their QSR/FCR food purchasing journey. Like Baron and other industry influencers, Fahmy is playing for the long term.

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FinovateSpring 2016 Live Blog – Day 1

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Industry Solutions Marketing Mgr.). The Finova Financial” Car Title Credit Solution – costs 70% percent less than industry average.” Houston Frost (SVP, Prepaid Products). Insights on social media, financial services and more are shared on their blog , or follow them on Twitter at @beyondthearc. ^SR

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The Return Of The Celebrity-Backed Brand

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The market remained dormant until 2017, when Kim Kardashian revived the celebrity perfume industry in the most Kim Kardashian way possible. Earlier this week, international media titan Oprah Winfrey announced an investment in True Food Kitchen , a healthy-eating startup based out of Houston.

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The metaverse could be tech’s next trillion-dollar opportunity: These are the companies making it a reality

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The metaverse could represent a $1T market by the end of the decade, according to CB Insights’ Industry Analyst Consensus. Download our full report to find out the top trends poised to reshape industries in 2022. This dollar potential has caught the attention of players across industries. electrification of everything.

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