On today's podcast episode, we discuss whether Meta has officially turned things around, just how big Instagram has gotten, and whether Threads can turn itself into a viable X (formerly Twitter) alternative. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Jasmine Enberg and Max Willens.
Hackers, targeting fewer but richer victims, doubled profits in 2023. This surge pressures companies into costly payoffs. Businesses must prioritize cybersecurity to curb this trend.
The ad industry and FTC haven’t buried the hatchet: A battle over “junk fees” is the latest stage of conflict between regulators and the ad industry.
To out-influence Gen Zers’ favorite financial social media creators, banks should mimic certain finfluencer strategies.
41.2% of virtual multichannel video programming distributor (vMVPD) viewers watch on YouTube TV, making it the most popular service of its kind.
Slowing growth, layoffs, and a push to improve profitability set PayPal up for “transition year.”
The BNPL industry is angling for long-term profitability by exploring subscription services and reworking loyalty strategies
But in-person are transactions still vital to the company’s strategy, unlike many competitors that are going all in on digital remittances
Meta and TikTok swing back at EU regulators: The social companies are objecting to fines under the Digital Services Act, setting the stage for a wider conflict.
Shoppers are relying on their smartphones more, as enhancements in mobile payments, social media checkout, and retailer apps make purchases easier than ever. This year, US shoppers will spend $558.29 billion on their mobile devices, accounting for 44.6% of overall ecommerce sales, according to our November 2023 forecast. We delve into the consumer embrace of mcommerce, unpacking three key drivers.
Strategic partnerships boost Pinterest: Amazon and Google deals fuel revenue and international expansion—while MAUs nearly hit 500 million for the first time.
Return fraud cost retailers $101 billion last year, per NRF estimates: That poses a challenge as merchants need to balance mitigation measures with customer satisfaction.
Shein and TikTok hunt for logistics and supply chain operations talent: That’s driven them to open office spaces in Seattle, where they aim to poach current and former Amazon employees.
Domestic brands are gaining share in China’s beauty market: That’s dragging down demand for L’Oréal, Shiseido, and Estée Lauder.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss how much Amazon's new shopping chatbot can move the needle, what Planet Fitness' out-of-home ad network looks like, becoming a digital mannequin to see what clothes look like on you, whether minutelong soap operas will catch on, who the smartest people in the world are, and more. Tune into the discussion with vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian, analyst Evelyn Mitchell-Wolf, and vice president of Briefings Stephanie Taglianetti.
Wearables deliver real health value to patients: One-third of consumers around the world own a smart health wearable, and the majority feel healthier because of it. It’s all part of the shift toward clinical data.
Telemental health access varies by state: Consumers are comfortable with getting treated for a behavioral health condition via telehealth. But in some areas of the US, there’s limited availability.
Nutrition companies see GLP-1s as a market opportunity: We explore how health and wellness product manufacturers are using the hype around weight loss medications to their advantage.