Morning Brew Acquires Short-Form Video Firm Our Future

Business publisher Morning Brew announced its acquisition of audio and video startup Our Future, which produces short-form business content on platforms, as part of the publisher’s bid to broaden its appeal to younger, business-focused audiences. The financial details of the deal were not shared. The Axel Springer-owned publisher plans to expand Our Future’s short-form video…

Twitter Opens Up Waitlist for Verification for Organizations

Twitter began accepting applications for the upcoming debut of Verification for Organizations, formerly known as Twitter Blue for Business. A square company badge will appear next to the display name of businesses that subscribe, and those businesses will be able to link affiliated brands, businesses and individuals to the account. Those accounts will display a…

The CW Owner Nexstar Sets New Ad Sales Leadership

Nexstar Media Group’s ad sales team is getting some new additions. Top line On Tuesday, CW owner Nexstar announced a newly created advertising sales structure and leadership team, including Todd Braverman as evp, head of national sales; Brad Epperson as evp, platform operations and technology; and Lori Tavoularis, who will serve as chief business officer….

Tesla Cuts Prices, Twitter Ads Down 46% – Who Needs Some Quick TV Marketing Now?

It’s time both Twitter and Tesla get some wide-reaching TV messaging — kind of a humble “rebranding,” if you will. What about a new take on things — like some key product placement in TV shows for
both brands?