Odd news: The 10 weirdest digital stories of 2019
From deep fakes to mind-reading wristbands, technology took us in some strange directions during 2019. In this special article, we celebrate the 10 weirdest news stories of the year.
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The year in review: 16 biggest digital trends of 2019
2019 was another big year for digital marketing, with the rise of TikTok, audio ads going mainstream and Google buying FitBit. This was the year that Uber went public, brands became activists and the world’s biggest game vanished down a black hole. As the digital decade comes to a close, we’ve identified 17 of the biggest trends of the year.
Facebook losing users in Germany and France faster than anticipated
Facebook users in France and Germany are leaving the platform even faster than expected, according to new research.
Google buys Fitbit for $2.1bn (but vows not to use health data for ads)
Google has bought fitness device maker Fitbit for $2.1bn (£1.6bn), but the tech giant is seeking to calm fears by insisting health data will not be used for Google ads.
YouTube launches AR make-up Masthead to brands
YouTube has launched an augmented reality letting viewers virtually try on makeup while following along with YouTube creators using front-facing smartphone cameras.
Google overtakes Facebook for user app installs (while TikTok rises)
For the first time Google has surpassed Facebook in the total number of attributed installs, meaning Google Ads has powered more app installs over the 6 month period than Facebook Ads, according to new research.