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WhatsApp has launched a range of updates for its shopping features in the UK as it seeks to capitalise on the pandemic-driven ecommerce boom.

WhatsApp launches range of ecommerce updates amid latest shopping push

April 7, 2021

WhatsApp has launched a range of updates for its shopping features in the UK as it seeks to capitalise on the pandemic-driven ecommerce boom. The Facebook owned messaging app, like…

The UK’s advertising watchdog has threatened “enforcement action” against Instagram influencers who fail to disclose advertising in their posts.

UK Instagram influencers face “enforcement action” by ASA over failure to label ads

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March 18, 2021

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The UK’s advertising watchdog has threatened “enforcement action” against Instagram influencers who fail to disclose advertising in their posts. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said it is considering naming and…

Klarna has launched a new “Influencer Council” to develop a best practice guide for brands using influencers to advertise online and help shape responsible marketing in the sector.

Klarna launches pioneering “Influencer Council” to help brands navigate sector responsibly

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March 2, 2021

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Klarna has launched a new “Influencer Council” to develop a best practice guide for brands using influencers to advertise online and help shape responsible marketing in the sector. It comes…

Shopify has seen sales double for its third consecutive quarter as hundreds of thousands of new merchants signed up to its platform during the pandemic.

Shopify doubles revenues for 3rd consecutive quarter

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February 19, 2021

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Shopify has seen sales double for its third consecutive quarter as hundreds of thousands of new merchants signed up to its platform during the pandemic. Shopify, which now provides the…

Shopify has rolled out its popular payment service “Shop Pay” to sellers on Facebook and Instagram for the first time.

Shopify rolls out popular ‘Shop Pay’ service to Facebook and Instagram sellers

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February 10, 2021

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Shopify has rolled out its popular payment service “Shop Pay” to sellers on Facebook and Instagram for the first time. Shopify, which now provides the ecommerce platform for nearly 1…

Asos has mocked its fast fashion rival Boohoo after it posted promotional shots of a model wearing Asos branded items.

Asos mocks Boohoo after it posts pics of model wearing its branded socks

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January 29, 2021

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Asos has mocked its fast fashion rival Boohoo after it posted promotional shots of a model wearing Asos branded items. Boohoo was caught out on social media yesterday after Asos…

Facebook has posted record fourth quarterly revenues thanks to an “ongoing shift towards online commerce”.

Facebook posts record figures thanks to “ongoing shift towards online commerce”

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January 28, 2021

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Facebook has posted record fourth quarterly revenues thanks to an “ongoing shift towards online commerce”. The social media giant saw revenues jump 33 per cent over its previous quarter to…

Advertising watchdog bans “irresponsible” Klarna adverts

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December 23, 2020

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The Advertising Standards Authority has upheld claims made against a series of Instagram posts promoting Klarna Bank’s deferred payment services. The ASA on Wednesday ruled that Klarna could not show…

L’Oréal Paris launches its first virtual makeup – “only wearable online”

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November 10, 2020

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Cosmetics brand L’Oréal Paris this week launched its first line of virtual makeup products. In an announcement on the company’s website, L’Oréal said its new Signature Faces collection introduces “a…

Instagram has introduced its shopping service to its video sharing arm IGTV allowing customers to purchase items featured in videos without leaving the app.

Instagram introducing shopping service to IGTV

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October 6, 2020

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Instagram has introduced its shopping service to its video sharing arm IGTV allowing customers to purchase items featured in videos without leaving the app. IGTV users will now be able…

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