Native advertising is still controversial, and some believe truly misleading, but a recent study finds younger readers are “significantly less likely to feel deceived by native ads.” Twenty percent of 18-24-year-olds and 15% of 25-34-year-olds actually say they feel more positive about brands that have native ads.

Native advertising is still controversial, and some believe truly misleading, but a recent study finds younger readers are “significantly less likely to feel deceived by native ads.” Twenty percent of 18-24-year-olds and 15% of 25-34-year-olds actually say they feel more positive about brands that have native ads. Growing up with branded content is likely influencing their more positive POV, but Ypulse research has also found that 82% say “everything I see or read I take with a grain of salt.” (Skyword)