Intelligent CXO Issue 48 | Page 17

TECH TRENDS
Sam Shennan, CEO of APAC at Incubeta need to strike a balance between social media trends and online security, to continue engaging audiences and driving business growth. driving advanced brand visibility, deeper customer engagement and ultimately, business growth.
CMOs must focus on investing in the right TikTok partner to make the most of today’ s fast-evolving digital landscape.
Brands must navigate platform changes effectively, not only to adapt but also to seize new opportunities that drive growth. Whether leveraging TikTok’ s unique features or exploring emerging platforms, the ability to adapt quickly ensures brands remain relevant and continue to foster meaningful connections with their audiences. Agility is the key to sustained success in the fast-paced world of digital marketing. x
AGILITY IS THE KEY TO SUSTAINED SUCCESS IN THE FAST-PACED WORLD OF DIGITAL MARKETING.
The implications of a potential TikTok ban
Marketers are constantly navigating new challenges, accentuating the need to remain agile. A prime example is the turbulent news of a potential ban on TikTok in the US. In light of an impending ban, some of the 170 million US users have already begun migrating to alternatives like Xiaohongshu( REDnote), signalling a shift in the social media landscape. However, with time running out on President Trump’ s extension and a buyer yet to be confirmed for TikTok, brands need to be reminded of the importance of adaptability in a shifting social media landscape.
Should TikTok disappear from the US market, creators and their teams are likely to migrate to established platforms such as Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts, potentially consolidating power further within a few dominant players. This migration highlights why brands must maintain a strong presence across multiple platforms now – ensuring they can pivot alongside their audience and remain visible in key spaces. Moreover, agility and a willingness to embrace alternative platforms that replicate TikTok’ s seamless and engaging experience will be critical to maintaining audience connections.
While other platforms may rise to fill the void left by TikTok, their success will depend on their ability to replicate TikTok’ s algorithm-driven discovery system and viral trends while ensuring data privacy and security. Ultimately, new platforms
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