10-11-2016 11:37 via thedrum.com

Facebook messenger app enables paid advertisers to enage with users instantly

A 'call to action' ad can now become a 'call to conversation' as a new messaging app for paid advertisers on Facebook makes it possible for marketers to turn its messenger bots into ad bots. In other words, when a sponsored ad appears in a news feed, a user can instantly "have an open, existing conversation with a brand," on Facebook messenger.
Launched this week and designed to improve visibility, conversations, and experiences, brands will be able to reach out to people when they click on a li
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