Details emerge about what may have led to OpenAI CEO’s firing: Tension with a board member may have added to preexisting problems. The ensuing chaos threatens the startup’s marketplace standing.
NBA’s Utah Jazz abandons traditional cable, launching streaming service: The move reflects a major shift in sports media distribution—and consumption.
On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss whether TikTok Shop will face the same challenges as Instagram's social commerce efforts, how much Amazon's partnership with Meta's social media platforms will affect TikTok, and if TikTok Shop is ruining TikTok. Then in a newish segment, "Loyalty Point, Counter Point," we discuss whether Instagram or TikTok has a better overall ecommerce experience. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Sky Canaves and Blake Droesch.
Stable Video Diffusion creates brief, quality videos from still images, promising industry-wide applications. Concerns over ethics and training data sources intensify.
Global AI market sees major developments: AI21 Labs' funding boost, Anthropic's chatbot breakthrough, and Baidu's revenue growth mark significant industry strides.
Amazon restructures its showy AI division: It’s using the “artificial general intelligence” banner as a way to impress prospective customers, pitting itself directly against OpenAI.
For Q4 2022 to Q4 2023, YouTube’s costs per thousand (CPMs) ranged from $13.03 to $15.34—a swing of $2.31, according to our forecast.
Meta restructures its AI teams: Amid ethical and regulatory concerns, it’s dissolving its Responsible AI unit to focus on generative AI.
TikTok's marketing influence grows: The platform is becoming pivotal in holiday campaigns and consumer engagement.
Black Friday cements streaming’s commitment to ads: Several major streamers are offering discounts—but only for ad-supported subscriptions.
It’s becoming more expensive for streaming viewers to avoid advertising. Netflix, Disney+, and others have raised subscription prices over the past several months.
Turning around Kohl’s fortunes won’t be easy: The retailer is the latest department store to struggle to convince middle-class consumers to spend.
As Gen Zers grow up and their purchasing power expands, they’re redefining the relationship between brand and consumer, expecting brands to be community-focused, authentic, and culturally relevant.
Lowe’s cuts outlook as difficult housing market, slumping DIY demand hurt sales: The home improvement retailer became the latest to call out shoppers’ price consciousness as they shy away from big-ticket purchases.
OpenAI's leadership crisis (largely) benefits Microsoft: Turmoil likely strengthens companies’ ties, setting the stage to further augment AI innovation.
Safety probes and leadership changes are challenging the company's revenue and market leadership goals. Meanwhile, the delays open opportunities for robotaxi competitors.
Best Buy trims its sales outlook as demand cools: The retailer expects holiday shoppers will be hungry for bargains.
How badly do patient cancellations hurt providers? Appointment no-shows impact a practice’s revenue and patient retention. Here's how physicians can slash cancellation rates.
Seniors like $0-per-month premiums: More than 40% have signed up for zero-premium Medicare Advantage plans halfway through the 2024 open enrollment period. But if they keep using medical services, MA insurers could look to cut back on those plans in the future.
Tonal joins Best Buy’s holiday fitness deals: The AI-enabled Intelligent Home Gym is available for Black Friday sales. But cost-conscious consumers are sticking to clothes and toys this year.