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Video becomes the undisputed king of affiliate marketing in 2026. TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Reels dominate product discovery as micro-reviewers outperform major influencers, AI tools automate video creation, and platforms integrate native affiliate features. Short-form, personalized, trust-driven content becomes the new standard for high-converting affiliate campaigns.
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Affiliate marketing transforms in 2026 as AI agents, automation, and hyper-personalization reshape every part of the workflow. From autonomous PPC campaigns and AI-generated video content to on-chain referral tracking and behavior-driven funnels, the industry becomes faster, smarter, and more scalable than ever. Here’s how AI is rewriting the future of affiliate earnings.
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