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📢 Coca‑Cola Flexes Global Marketing Muscle
Coca‑Cola is ramping up its global marketing, focusing on localized digital campaigns, sports sponsorships, and revived “Share a Coke” activations. Their in-house Studio X is delivering data-driven content across social channels and packaging. This multi-touch approach is deepening engagement and helping them maintain market share despite macroeconomic shifts. Read more.
⚖️ McDonald’s and Weather Channel Settle $10B Racial Discrimination Lawsuit
McDonald’s and the parent company of The Weather Channel have reached a confidential settlement, closing a lawsuit filed in 2021 over alleged racial discrimination. Byron Allen’s media companies had accused McDonald’s of deliberately excluding Black-owned networks like Entertainment Studios and Weather Group from its advertising budget. The lawsuit sought more than $10 billion, citing violations of federal and California laws that prohibit racial bias in contracting. It claimed McDonald’s showed a pattern of racial stereotyping and routinely denied business opportunities to Black-owned media. Read more.
▶️ YouTube SEO Expert Launches Elite n8n Community to Combat Spam
Digital marketing expert Guerin Green, known for his expertise in YouTube SEO, has launched a new Facebook group for n8n automation professionals. The group was created in response to growing concerns about spam and excessive self-promotion in existing automation communities. Named n8n Agents, the group enforces a strict “no self-promotion, no spam” rule and focuses solely on technical discussions. It is designed for automation engineers, builders, and operations teams seeking a focused space to share knowledge and solve problems Read more.
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5 Content Marketing Ideas for July
Practical Ecommerce outlines five engaging content ideas perfect for July, including promoting picnics, showcasing American-made products, and planning for upcoming holidays like Independence Day. These timely ideas help brands connect with seasonal interests and drive engagement throughout July.
Key Takeaways
Picnic-themed content: Share tips, packing lists, and recipes to link your brand with outdoor fun.
Highlight "Made in USA": Spotlight American-sourced products or brands during July.
Prep for mid-year events: Create content around graduations, weddings, or summer festivities.
User-generated campaigns: Encourage customers to share their July celebrations and feature them.
Seasonal guides: Offer content like “Summer Care Tips” or “Outdoor Event Planning.”
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