With 300 million users, CapCut’s intuitive features challenge Adobe and Canva, but potential US bans could disrupt its dominance.

Unionized Apple Store employees taste victory with landmark collective bargaining agreement: But the advantage lies with the tech giant as organizing momentum stalls.

This trend could drive widespread AI adoption and innovation, disrupting established market leaders like OpenAI and Google

In today’s episode, host Bill Fisher is joined by Paul Briggs, Man-Chung Cheung, and Carina Perkins to discuss the longevity of subscription services and loyalty programs from both a client and corporate perspective. How many subscriptions can people afford, and how much can companies afford to give away as part of their loyalty programs?

McDonald’s sales fell for the first time since 2020: The company’s overreliance on price hikes led it to lose its “value leadership” positioning. Reestablishing that role is the key to its turnaround.

7-Eleven looks to give consumers a fresh reason to stop in: The company is adding more high-quality products to its stores.

WNBA's 2028 media rights reevaluation aims to cash in on rising stars and fan engagement: Record viewership and new media deals boost growth potential.

Amazon tries to refocus Twitch’s appeal to advertisers: After years of experimenting and struggling to profit, reducing scope could help its brand appeal.

TikTok ramps up lobbying in bid to halt its US ban: Bloomberg reports heavy spending on lawyers and ad campaigns to sway public opinion.

What Kamala Harris’ brat summer says about political advertising: Her campaign joined TikTok last week, seeking to capitalize on memes and entice young voters.

The biggest Prime Day on record gave loyal consumers even more of a reason to love Amazon. Millennials shopped more conservatively during the sale this year, yet continued spending at other retailers. Meanwhile, retail competitors rode the wave of heightened buying intent. Here are five key stats on Prime Day that you didn’t know.

Prada bets on Hong Kong despite near-term headwinds: While tourism is well below pre-pandemic levels, the opportunity for favorable rents and easy access to mainland Chinese consumers is too good to pass up.

While WhatsApp celebrates the achievement, Apple’s upcoming RCS launch may affect its growth by offering an enhanced communication alternative for iPhone users.

It will likely mirror the rules forming in the US, regulating BNPL providers as credit card companies

The last-mile delivery market is in flux: Retailers' desire to curb ballooning costs presents an opportunity for companies like DoorDash to grab share from UPS and FedEx.

The prototype AI search engine could reshape search dynamics by offering a more conversational and customizable user experience.

Publicis Groupe’s $500 million investment in creators: The French ad firm purchased influencer marketing company Influential as interest in creators grows.

Walmart+ Week member participation rose thanks to popularity with wealthy shoppers: While Amazon’s Prime Day sale attracted twice as many participants, its lead is narrowing.

Chinese brands squeeze out US rivals: Apple, Starbucks, Nike, and McDonald’s are among the companies losing share in the world’s second-largest economy.