Back to Blog

Instagram's Removed In-Stream Video Ad Placements from its Advertising Options

Instagram's Removed In-Stream Video Ad Placements from its Advertising Options
Hotspex Media Team

Instagram's Removed In-Stream Video Ad Placements from its Advertising Options

TLDR
  • Instagram’s in-stream video ad placement is no longer available as an option in the app.
Brief

Meta is letting advertisers know that they can no longer use Instagram in-stream spots, but that they can use Reels placement as an alternative for video ads on IG. The announcement is important because by moving Instagram away from disruptive, in-playback ads, that then further aligns all of its video offerings into a more consolidated, scrollable stream. 

How Does TikTok Bring In More Ad Money Than Twitter And Snapchat Combined?

TLDR
  • According to a recent report from Insider Intelligence, TikTok is set to bring in more ad revenue than competitors Twitter and Snapchat combined.
Brief

Owned by the Chinese tech giant ByteDance, the platform that has users posting videos that are often less than a minute long is set to bring in more than $11 billion in revenue by the end of 2022. In September 2019, the app reached 1 billion active monthly users despite American attempts to regulate it over its connection to the Chinese authoritarian government and countries like India blocking it outright. TikTok ad revenue had already grown by 175% in 2021 to $3.88 billion. By 2024, Insider Intelligence predicts that number to reach a whopping $23.58 billion.


New Snapchat Update 2022 – Report On The ‘Snapchat Generation,’ Providing Key Insight Into User Engagement

TLDR
  • Snapchat has released its ‘Snapchat Generation’ study for 2022, which examines how Snapchatters use the platform to connect and how companies can better align their messaging around these important themes.
Brief

The 28-page  ‘Snapchat Generation’ report, which incorporates findings from over 19,000 Snapchat users across 16 markets, provides a valuable glimpse of what Snap users value most. More intimate sharing among more personal groups has now become Snapchat’s specialization. Snap couldn’t compete on scale with Facebook and Instagram, so it narrowed its focus to more private contact, which has helped it find a better market fit and maintain growth. Snapchat also gives insights into eCommerce, namely its developing role as a social shopping channel.

Want to Learn More?

Give us a shout and let us know how we can help.

More from the Blog

Meet Jesse, Engineering Manager at Hotspex Media

Meet Jesse, Engineering Manager at Hotspex Media

We’re excited to introduce Jesse Frankling, our new Engineering Manager, who brings a passion for people-first tech, scalable systems, and thoughtful leadership to the table. Keep reading to learn more about Jesse’s journey, what excites him most about the role, and his advice for anyone looking to break into the world of engineering and digital media.

Read Story
Personalized Ads Are Losing People’s Trust  — Reticle Offers a Different Approach

Personalized Ads Are Losing People’s Trust — Reticle Offers a Different Approach

It’s no secret that consumers are growing increasingly wary of personalized advertising. More and more consumers are voicing discomfort with the way digital ads follow them around online. They're asking for more control, less tracking, and better transparency. Advertisers are looking for smarter ways to drive results without undermining trust. Reticle is already there.

Read Story
Navigating Budget Cuts: Optimizing Ad Spend in Uncertain Times

Navigating Budget Cuts: Optimizing Ad Spend in Uncertain Times

As industries face rising costs and uncertain economic conditions, many businesses are looking at cutting back their advertising spend. Retail, consumer electronics, media, and automotive are among the industries expecting ad spend reductions due to tariffs and shifting market dynamics. At Hotspex Media, we believe in making every dollar work harder—especially during these uncertain times. We focus on optimizing your media spend to ensure maximum impact.

Read Story