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Top advertiser calls for transparency in 'influence marketing'

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July 6, 2018

Marketing experts are increasingly turning to so-called 'influencers' to sell their products. The stars of YouTube, Instagram and other social media platforms will mention, use or review your product for cash. It's called 'influencer marketing'. But some brands have lost millions advertising to fake viewers. Now, one of the world's biggest consumer advertisers is calling for change.

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