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Oct 3 Why Are Brands Choosing To Work With Influencers? | The Business of Influence | Forbes

With influencer marketing on the rise, brands are opting to work with influencers to tell their stories - but why?

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#Tyga is kicking off 2025 with heat! His new album, NSFW, is officially set to release on January 31st. Are you ready for what he’s bringing this time? (📸: @billboard/ @kurrco) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

#Spotify has officially pushed back against #Drake allegations that they conspired with #UniversalMusicGroup #UMG to illegally inflate streams for “Not Like Us.” In court documents obtained by Pitchfork, Spotify called Drake’s petitions “legally deficient” and stated that they “should be denied.” Spotify also refuted claims of any arrangement with UMG involving reduced licensing rates or preferential song recommendations. (📸: @spotify) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

The House passed a 118-page funding bill late Friday night, averting a government shutdown. The bill includes $100 billion for disaster aid and $30 billion for farmers, among other provisions. It now heads to the Senate and President Biden for final approval. Key provisions and last-minute negotiations played a pivotal role in securing this outcome. (📸: Reuters/Jonathan Ernst) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

At least 80 attendees of the 101 Best Restaurants event in Hollywood on December 3 have reported illnesses linked to raw oysters contaminated with norovirus. Shellfish supplier S&M Shellfish Co. has issued an urgent recall. (📸: Getty Images) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

Researchers have created a drink that can cut blood alcohol levels in half in just 30 minutes. This innovative solution could revolutionize how we manage alcohol’s effects on the body, offering a potential way to reduce impairment quickly & safely (📸: @safetyshot) ✍🏽:#TLAStaffPB

In a stark reflection of the growing disparity between executives and artists, #Spotify executives have reportedly cashed out more than $1.1 billion in company stock in 2024. According to Music Business Worldwide founder #TimIngham, artists would need an astonishing 314 billion streams to match that figure in royalties. Ingham highlighted the stark contrast in a LinkedIn post, raising concerns about the sustainability of the current music streaming model for creators. (📸: Getty Images) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

#MichaelVick is stepping into a new role as the head coach at Norfolk State, sources confirmed on Tuesday evening. The former #NFL quarterback made the announcement official on social media shortly thereafter, marking the next chapter in his career. Vick’s leadership and experience are expected to bring exciting changes to the Norfolk State football program. (📸: Getty Images) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

Iconic workwear brand #Dickies is set to establish its new headquarters in Costa Mesa, California, in early 2025. As part of VF Corporation, which also oversees Vans, the move highlights the company’s commitment to strengthening its ties to California’s vibrant apparel industry. This new chapter aims to merge Dickies’ rich heritage with fresh innovation in the heart of the Golden State. (📸: Gettyimages) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

Cinematic innovation is on the horizon! Blackmagic Design is set to release a groundbreaking $30,000 immersive camera next year, designed to integrate seamlessly with Apple Vision Pro. This cutting-edge device promises to revolutionize virtual reality filmmaking, offering unmatched detail and immersion. Stay tuned for how this technology will shape the future of entertainment and storytelling. (📸: digital production) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

The music industry’s evolution has reached a staggering milestone. A recent study shows that in 2024, more songs were released in a single day than in the entire year of 1989. Thanks to the rise of streaming platforms, independent artists, and digital distribution, music creation and access have exploded to unprecedented levels. What does this mean for artists and listeners in the ever-growing sea of new music? (📸: Ai) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

In a bold move set to reshape the automotive industry, #Nissan and #Honda have entered merger discussions to form a single powerhouse company by 2025. This potential union could combine their strengths in electric vehicles, advanced technology, and global markets, signaling a new era of innovation and competition. Stay tuned for updates as these Japanese giants work towards creating a unified vision for the future of mobility. (📸: @nissan/ @honda) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

#MarvelStudios confirmation of #BlackPanther3 has sparked excitement, but the development may be more advanced than fans initially thought. #DenzelWashington recently let slip that he will appear in the highly anticipated sequel, adding to the buzz surrounding the next chapter in Wakanda’s story. (📸: Getty Images) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

#MylesRowe victory in the 2023 USF Pro 2000 Championship is a groundbreaking moment in motorsports. Racing under the Force Indy banner, Rowe became the first Black driver to clinch an IndyCar-sanctioned title, breaking barriers in open-wheel racing. This historic achievement not only highlights his exceptional talent but also sets a new precedent for diversity and inclusion in the racing world. Congratulations to Myles Rowe on this incredible milestone! (📸: @indycar) ✍🏽: #TLAStaffPB

Some Walmart employees are now wearing body cameras in U.S. stores as part of a pilot program. . The tech, widely deployed in law enforcement, is now being expanded into retail to help deter conflict and prevent theft. . Walmart has started giving store-level associates body cameras to wear as part of a pilot program at some of its U.S. locations, CNBC has learned. . It’s not clear how many of Walmart’s stores have the recording devices, but some locations now have signs at entry points warning shoppers that it has “body-worn cameras in-use,” according to witnesses and photos posted online. . Source: @cnbc ✅ Follow @TrapxLA for the Latest! #TrapxLA #ToReachAllProfits #LARapRadar #DIGIPrnts #ToReachAllProfits #News #Tech #Music #FYP #Explore

#LeftyGunplay Says He Will Be Grammy Nominated 💯 (via: @laeyekon) Follow @TrapxLA for the Latest! #TrapxLA #ToReachAllProfits #LARapRadar #DIGIPrnts #ToReachAllProfits #News #Tech #Music #FYP #Explore

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