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Ridding the World of Ads: Sponsored Content

  • October 8, 2024
  • Kiyarash Arif

WHAT IT IS?

We’ve all seen them, those sponsored posts that don’t feel like ads at all. You know, the ones that pop up on a blog or your social media feed, looking like regular content, but are actually cleverly promoting a product. This is what we call Sponsored Content.

So, what exactly is it? Well, sponsored content is any form of advertisement that mixes seamlessly into the regular content people are consuming. Instead of being a separate banner or TV commercial, it feels more like a Part of the Conversation. It could be a TikTok or Instagram reel, a YouTube video, or even a podcast episode where the creator cleverly promotes a product while still keeping it Relevant to the audience.

But Ads are no longer just Ads! They’ve started taking on human forms. Think about Influencers, those everyday people or Celebrities who are now essentially Living Advertisements. They’re sharing their daily lives, but tucked in between their travel vlogs and fashion hauls, they’re pushing products. And people love it because it feels Real, even though it’s still marketing.

Then there’s the next level of human-like ads: Virtual Influencers. These are AI-generated personalities that don’t even exist in the real world. They interact with followers, post on social media, and promote products just like a real influencer would. It’s a little Wild, right? But it’s happening.

WHY IT´S COOL?

  • it feels Natural: Sponsored content isn’t an interruption. It mixes right into the regular content you’re already consuming. It doesn’t scream AD! it feels more Enjoyable.
  • it feels Relatable and Trustworthy: When influencers share products, it feels more like a Friend recommending something than a brand pushing a sale. We trust real people, so these ads have more impact.
  • it feels Personalized: Virtual influencers and targeted ads know what we like and adapt accordingly. They don’t just show you random products. They offer recommendations based on your tastes, making the whole experience feel more Customized and Engaging.

WHY IT HAS FUTURE GROWTH POTENTIAL?

The future of human-like ads is looking bright. With AI and technology constantly advancing, we’re likely to see more virtual influencers pop up. These digital personalities are only going to get more Lifelike, more Engaging, and better at understanding what we want to see.

Right now, we see ads based on our search history or interests, but as AI gets smarter, these ads will be able to predict what you’ll want even Before You Know It Yourself. It’s almost like having an ad that feels more like a friend telling you about the coolest product you didn’t know you needed.

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  1. Science of the Time October 9, 2024, 08:53

    How cool is this "Seed"?

    Does it have future growth potential?

    Kia. Clever subject. Well-described. Would have love to have seen the Coolest influencer in action. Or the Coolest sponsored contents. That would clarify even more and better. Thanks. You Are Great. Carl
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