2026 is the new 2016!

January 2026

#2016 and #2026isthenew2016 have been used in their millions 2016 on short-form platforms has spiked 450% in the last few days! TikTok has clocked over 1.7 million videos tagged with #2016

If you’ve scrolled through TikTok or Instagram this month, you’ve probably noticed something… familiar. There’s a theory circulating that 2026 is the new 2016. And honestly? The data backs it up.

What does this mean for your brand? It means nostalgia is powerful currency right now. It’s translating into real reach and engagement. We’re seeing that content referencing shared cultural memories and authentic experiences is outperforming the super-polished, futuristic stuff. The takeaway: Don’t be afraid to look back to move forward this month.

But the real question is… Which RBP Agency team members do you recognise from our 2016 throwbacks?!

#2016 and #2026isthenew2016 have been used in their millions 2016 on short-form platforms has spiked 450% in the last few days! TikTok has clocked over 1.7 million videos tagged with #2016

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