It’s opening a community center on the US-Mexico border and creating financial handbooks for migrants.

The hefty loan puts money in the hands of banks that can increase lending and other investments in underserved communities.

Even consumers in remote rural areas felt the aftershocks of Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse.

The holiday season could be tough: Despite better-than-expected retail sales in recent months, 43% of merchants are ordering less to avoid getting stuck with excess inventory.

On today's episode, we discuss real-world examples of how generative AI can humanize messaging, increase engagement, and turn customers into brand advocates. "In Other News," we talk about why LinkedIn is betting on trust and some promising use cases for generative AI in content marketing. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Kelsey Voss.

Google joins Amazon’s crusade against fake reviews: Both platforms are going after fake review brokers to protect their reputations and preserve consumer trust.

REI doubles down on resale: The specialty outdoor retailer will open its second standalone REI RE/Supply store featuring used gear and apparel in late August.

JD.com, Alibaba, and Pinduoduo resort to steep discounts to spur spending: But that may not be enough to restore consumer demand as shoppers cut back amid economic uncertainty.

Search is pivoting toward AI chat. Google has its Search Generative Experience (SGE) and Bard. Microsoft has its new Bing and a partnership with OpenAI. These fundamental changes to search will change user behavior and monetization. Here’s how the new era of search will affect advertising for brands, retailers, and publishers.

TikTok and Meta continue to diverge on social commerce strategies, Pinterest teams up with Wayfair on a data clean room test, and YouTube introduces unskippable ads.

US alcohol off-premises retail ecommerce sales will reach $6.85 billion this year, growing 6.1% over 2022, according to our forecast. Growth will reach double digits come 2026.

Google Bard’s expansion to 27 countries is stalled over privacy concerns. Competitors could gain EU market share as heightened regulatory scrutiny may force Google to adapt its practices.

Ripping and replacing more than half of its 4G and 5G infrastructure will cost billions of euros. It also runs the risk of alienating its biggest trade partner.

A Texas law makes state a breeding ground for social media lawsuits: The measure requires parental consent for usage, but its definitions are ill-defined.

Retail media meets live sports: Walmart Connect partners with NBCUniversal for targeted advertising.

Twitter hit with major lawsuit: Music publishers allege rampant copyright infringements and seek $250 million in damages.

Cannes conversations: AI, creators, Big Tech, and DE&I to take the spotlight at next week’s International Festival of Creativity.

It wants to lean on AI to attract users, while new environmental-focused features should strengthen its brand with younger shoppers.

42% of CEOs think AI could destroy humanity soon: It signals ample awareness and concern about the technology despite marketplace excitement. There’s a way to achieve safety and economic returns.