Apple’s MM1 is a sign that Wall Street’s AI judgments aren’t evidence-based: Tech giants need to consider their customer base and revenue streams to successfully commercialize generative AI.
Kroger sells specialty pharmacy arm to Elevance’s PBM: Elevance is betting on having more success than Kroger had with the retailer’s specialty pharmacy business.
Google/Fitbit to build an AI-driven personal health coach: Wearable companies are tapping genAI to improve their devices’ health features. We examine the market and assess which companies are best positioned for success.
Hippocratic AI takes aim at nurse tasks: The startup aims to prove its AI is smart and safe enough to replace nurses. It just bagged $53 million, showing the value of a strategy focused on trust and safety.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what TV even is anymore, how the redefining of TV is reshaping marketers' approach, and why not all data is created equal. "In Other News," we talk about why live TV is the new streaming and the real reason Walmart bought TV-maker Vizio. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Ross Benes and Alison Gensheimer, head of Nielsen marketing.
Disney and NBCU signal a major shift in CTV ad buys: Both are working with The Trade Desk to make inventory available programmatically.
The DOJ and 16 attorneys sue Apple for antitrust law breaches, citing restricted competition and innovation, as tech giants rally against Apple’s practices. How many bites can Apple take?
Consumers are dining out less often: Darden Restaurants reported softer same-restaurant sales as price pressures drive lower-income households to cut back.
Peacock to offer extensive Paris Olympics coverage with interactive features: NBCUniversal aims to redefine sports streaming and attract a wider audience.
Meta is first in line for Nvidia’s Blackwell: The two companies are leading the marketplace on AI aggressiveness but remain dependent on sustained demand and the supply chain.
Nvidia’s and Google’s AIs predict climate events, yet their energy- and water-intensive servers risk significant environmental impact. Wider adoption could result in bigger carbon footprints.
Retail will account for over a quarter (28.7%) of all US digital ad spending in 2024.
The neobank may be trying to do too much as it diversifies
The average score isn’t cause for concern yet, but it’s a sign that delinquencies may be catching up with consumers
As their city shrinks, multiple New Orleans-based depositor-owned banks believe a change in ownership will help them grow.
This can make Galileo a more attractive partner for fintechs to work with and can help the modern card issuer keep up its momentum
MrBeast will create a reality series for Prime Video: In a move that defies platform allegiance, YouTube’s most popular creator will help generate a hit for Amazon.
Temu parent PDD spent $11.6 billion on marketing in 2023: The retailer’s ad blitz helped it win over cost-conscious shoppers in China and abroad.