Revolut reportedly eyes Dogecoin support: The UK-based neobank could capitalize on a recent publicity wave by adding Dogecoin to its crypto trading platform, though it would introduce regulatory and infrastructure risks.
Simple customers met with turbulent switch to BBVA USA: The shuttered neobank’s users faced lockouts as their accounts migrated over the weekend to sister bank BBVA USA—giving competitors an opening to attract affected customers.
Health insurers steer into the social determinants fast lane: Clover Health tapped ride-hailing app Roundtrip to improve access to transportation needs for its Medicare Advantage members—it’s joining a rank of other healthcare platers boosting transportation benefits
Google versus Roku continued: Following the removal of the YouTube TV app from Roku's Channel Store, Google has added the service to the main YouTube app.
Before the pandemic, linear addressable TV ad spending was soaring in the US, with annual growth rates of 50.7% in 2018 and 36.5% in 2019. But that spending increased by just 7.3% in 2020, amid advertising budget cuts in the TV industry.
To track or not to track? New data on iOS app tracking opt-in rates contradicts earlier estimates, but may ultimately offer a clearer glimpse into consumers’ real behavior.
Starbucks considers leaving Facebook: The coffee chain is reportedly dismayed by hate speech on its Page, and its possible departure may signal the dwindling importance of organic presences on large social platforms.
Twitter gets tips: The new Tip Jar feature caters to creators, who thus far have had few monetization options on the platform—but it could come at the cost of user experience.
PayPal outpaces Venmo
The duopoly of Facebook and Google still dominates digital ad revenues worldwide, but a collective rival from the ecommerce industry is showing momentum.