Episode 12 - TikTok's Instagram Killer and The Return of Vine?

Summary

This week we discuss Elon Musk's tweet about bringing back Vine, Google's potential acquisition of HubSpot, and the launch of TikTok Notes. We also reminisce about defunct social media platforms like Google Wave, Google Buzz, and Google Plus. Brian provides an early review of TikTok Notes, highlighting its similarities to TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest. We also discuss the importance of the TikTok algorithm and its potential impact on TikTok Notes' success.

Sound Bites

"Elon casually dropped a poll on X asking if he should bring back the once popular Vine app."

"A number of online outlets have reported that Google is considering buying HubSpot."

"TikTok Notes is now being tested in Australia and Canada."

Takeaways

Elon Musk's tweet about bringing back Vine generated a lot of interest, but it remains to be seen if the app would be successful in today's market dominated by TikTok.

Google's potential acquisition of HubSpot could provide valuable customer data and an opportunity to enter the CRM and marketing automation business.

TikTok Notes, a new photo-sharing app from TikTok, is similar to Instagram and Pinterest. Its success may depend on the integration of the TikTok algorithm.

The hosts reminisce about defunct social media platforms like Google Wave, Google Buzz, and Google Plus, highlighting the challenges of entering the social media space.

☕️ The Agenda:

00:00 We’re Rolling as a Duo Today!

01:35 This or That? Elon Talks Vine vs. Could Google Buy HubSpot?

10:14 An Early Review of The TikTok Notes App

21:05 Remembering OG TweetDeck and Google’s Failed Social Media Attempts