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Facebook signs Olympics content deal with NBC

Facebook signs Olympics content deal with NBC | Why mobile-focused advertisers should choose Snapchat | Nonsponsors of Olympics told to stop using Games-related hashtags
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July 29, 2016
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Facebook signs Olympics content deal with NBC
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Facebook is following in Snapchat's footsteps by signing a deal with NBC to publish 20 highlights from the Olympics and a two-minute roundup program with exclusive content each day during the event. The highlights will also be available on Instagram, and the network will live-stream athlete interviews on Facebook Live.
Recode (7/28),  Mashable (7/28) 
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Why mobile-focused advertisers should choose Snapchat
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Snapchat's recently launched application programming interface makes the platform even more enticing for advertisers with greater targeting capabilities and analytics. Content on the platform overtakes the entire mobile screen, which gives advertisers a greater chance of engaging with consumers on the go.
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Marketer Moments
Nonsponsors of Olympics told to stop using Games-related hashtags
The US Olympic Committee told marketers who aren't official sponsors of the Games that they are not allowed to use hashtags relating to the Olympics, including its trademarked #Rio2016 or #TeamUSA, on social media. However, Santa Clara University law professor Eric Goldman is dubious about whether the demand would be legally enforceable.
MediaPost Communications (7/28),  Adweek (7/29) 
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Facebook reportedly invests in live-sports content
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Facebook is reportedly spending $4.4 million to entice athletes, sports teams and leagues to create content for its live-streaming platform. Soccer is a particular focus, with FC Barcelona and Real Madrid said to be receiving the biggest checks, followed by the World Surf League.
The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model) (7/28) 
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Search ads are coming to Facebook
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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the company's intention to enter the search advertising world. Facebook is focused on making search more relevant for businesses before introducing ads, with Messenger likely to be part of the plans.
MediaPost Communications (7/28),  MarketingWeek.co.uk (U.K.) (free content) (7/28) 
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