Social Media Trends To Watch For In Business In 2018
Social media is well-established as an important tool for businesses, but it can be hard to keep up with the latest and greatest online. We've put together a list of some of the top social media trends to look out for in 2018.
First off, watch out for more augmented reality. We expect platforms like Instagram and Snapchat to incorporate the technology more into their offerings as the year goes on.
Speaking of Instagram and Snapchat, another trend that will likely shape social media in 2018 is Instagram's growing edge over Snapchat. As users move in droves to Instagram, expect advertising dollars to do the same.
We may not be headed for a 2008-esque disaster, but increased geopolitical tension paired with the end of the tech boom means volatility could stick around.
The dreaded Netflix crackdown on profile sharing translated into a major boost in subscribers while the promised rate cuts seem to be a far off fantasy.
After the 2021 boom, IPO activity slowed down significantly, in part due to monetary policy – but things are getting moving again with tech-friendly companies like Iboutta and Rubrik making a public debut.
With an increasing demand for mental health services, one person wanted to change the therapy game. In 2017, CEO Alex Katz founded Two Chairs, a company that uses technology to match patients with the right therapist.