On today’s podcast episode, host Bill Fisher and our analysts Paul Briggs, Matteo Ceurvels, and Man-Chung Cheung each pitch their most dramatic predictions in their coverage regions for 2024, in hopes of securing "investment" from the other sharks. Can you be convinced to "invest" in their 2024 predictions?
iRobot’s CEO exits as the company lays off 350 workers. Tech giants face M&A challenges as regulation reshapes acquisition strategies.
Biden invokes Defense Production Act to rein in AI development: It’s the most significant step by the US government on AI regulation to date, but sparse details mean uncertain enforcement.
Generative AI’s costs, skill gaps, and infrastructural challenges are slowing enterprise adoption. 2024 could see an uptick as AI investments increase.
Microsoft takes more aggressive measures to boost its AI cloud revenue: It’s using its GitHub Copilot platform to entice new cloud customers, leaving AWS and Google to catch up.
To weather the ongoing storm, they’re investing in a variety of growth strategies.
The subscription service model is growing in popularity across the payments industry as it provides payment transparency for consumers and a steady stream of revenues for providers
Usage of biometric technology in payments is growing, as Mastercard recently announced its own authentication service as well
In 2027, enterprise spending on generative AI solutions worldwide will reach $151.1 billion, growing nearly eightfold from its total in 2023, according to the International Data Corporation.
Payments funding is off to a strong start in 2024 after a couple of rough years
Target opened 12 new large-format stores last year: Those locations feature large back rooms to support the retailer’s same-day fulfillment services.
Nearly 53,800 restaurants opened their doors last year: That was up 10% year-over-year. That growth shows no sign of abating as several chains plot aggressive expansion plans.
Digital health at CES 2024: AI in healthcare was showcased at CES 2024. We explore how marketers can capitalize on the trend.
Concerning cancer trends for 2024: Cancer rates are down overall, but don’t be misled. Cancer patients are getting younger and there are still overlooked populations getting sicker.
Physicians seek temp positions for better work-life balance: Healthcare employers still face staff shortages and rising labor costs. Physicians want better compensation and flexible work schedules. It’s time for both sides to talk.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss how Walmart plans to use AI to enhance the customer shopping experience, Instacart pushing smart carts into in-store retail media, why consumers are dissatisfied with their in-store shopping experience, how best to reduce clothing returns, the rise—and potential fall—of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian and analysts Blake Droesch and Carina Perkins.
Not every trend gets the headline it deserves. Our analysts spotted three undervalued ad mediums (in games, shoppable media, and ride-share companies), each holding an opportunity for advertisers to diversify their spend, explore formats, and identify untapped audiences. Here are the ad forecast trends you need to know.