Interesting research this week

  • So-called ‘second screens’ (looking at a device while watching TV) can give consumers a sense of social connection when viewing alone

https://doi.org/10.1002/mar.22175

  • People seem to prefer female AI agent recommendations

https://doi.org/10.1002/mar.22186

  • Follower-size moderates the effect of personality traits and photos posted by influencers

https://doi.org/10.1177/10949968251317204

  • Recycled packaging seems to enhance the appeal of utilitarian food products

https://doi.org/10.1002/cb.2452

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