What’s Trending in the News – February 2025

We’ve been hearing a lot about the evolution of Digital Opinion Leaders (DOLs), so we’ve curated some articles on this topic and hope you find them informative: 

Life Sciences: Deciphering Fair Market Value for Digital Opinion Leaders

Digital Opinion Leaders

Source: The Wall Street Journal

Explore the emergence of DOLs in the life sciences industry. This article discusses how pharmaceutical and medical device companies are compensating these internet influencers for sharing their expertise and experiences, highlighting the need to establish fair market value for their contributions.  

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Unlocking a New Era of Key Opinion Leader Engagement: The Power of Digital Voices

Source: Pharmaceutical Executive

Discover how the identification, mapping, and engagement of KOLs are expanding beyond traditional channels in a digital-first world. Learn more about the shifting KOL engagement landscape and the role of DOLs. 

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