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IYCMI: Is there actually a brand play for Instagram’s new Instants?

liahaberman.substack.com·May 15, 2026

Instagram has launched "Instants," a new feature for ephemeral content, while Meta is enhancing its AI capabilities and YouTube is positioning creator shows similarly to traditional TV. Additionally, TikTok is venturing into travel booking with "TikTok GO," and Spotify is celebrating its 20th anniversary with personalized user recaps.

YouTube's new initiative to position creator shows similarly to TV, allowing brands to sponsor and buy ad inventory for individual creator shows, presents a significant opportunity for monetization and brand partnership. This approach can enhance long-term creator partnerships and align with YouTube's reputation for fostering enduring collaborations, as evidenced by its reported 20.2-month average partnership duration, which surpasses TikTok and Instagram. Consider leveraging this model to cultivate sustainable revenue streams and deepen brand relationships.

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