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Amex Study: Social Media Shout-Outs Could Pump $197B Into SMB Economy

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As the holidays grow closer, American Express says research has shown that social media promotions and engagement could be a big boost for this year's Small Business Saturday event, according to a press release.

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Don’t Send Payment Reminders with Social Media, FICO Says

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Consumers still aren’t comfortable receiving notifications like late payment reminders through social media channels, a study released today by FICO found.

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New Study: Static Web Content Bad For Account Holder Engagement

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Researchers found that FIs offering “innovative options such as interactive and contextually relevant video content stand to improve engagement and customer experience, especially among younger generations like bridge millennials and millennials.”. “An Digital Deliverance For Financial Content.

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Choosy Turns To Social Media For Fast Fashion Inspiration

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Perusing through social media platforms like Instagram, Jessie Zeng came to a realization: Followers wanted to know where they could buy the clothing worn by their favorite celebrities or influencers, but their requests often went unanswered. Choosy raised $5.4

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Best Way to Drive In-Store Traffic? Facebook, Study Says

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Facebook is the key to online traffic—but most small businesses run to the social media king to drive in-store traffic, too. More than 40% of SMBs will turn to Facebook for a boost in in-store traffic, according to a survey of 250 SMBs across the U.S., conducted by digital marketing technology company Netsertive.

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The Buyers: Studying Chinese Consumers’ Online Interactions

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A byproduct of incorporating connectivity into just about any activity is how social media affects regular interactions. It can be difficult to discuss the digital effects without looping in social media. For the Chinese buyer in particular, social media engagement and online shopping activities takes on a unique avenue.

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Controlling the Narrative: How Financial Services Institutions Can Stay Ahead of Reputational Risk

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Political climate, environmental issues, technology innovations, criminal activity, economic volatility/inflation, account diversity, and industry regulatory changes are just a few examples of factors that often spur reputational risk or crises. Reputational risk is convoluted.