We asked our analysts which companies they have their eyes on this year and why they’re positioned for potential success (or disaster). The Kroger Co., for example, is leveraging its digital offerings to scale its business, while Nike may pivot back to wholesale to stay competitive.
Ransomware attacks against healthcare networks escalate: 3 million patients in California are the latest victims of a growing threat that has hit 66% of healthcare organizations worldwide.
Healthcare ads got lost in the Super Bowl shuffle: You probably don’t remember the health-related commercials during this year’s big game. We detail why that’s the case.
Virtual nursing programs rise as need for travel nurses wanes: Staffing challenges are still keeping hospital CEOs up at night, giving rise to digital workforce support.
Streaming media apps might have to pay up: European regulators could require data-heavy businesses to pay for network expansion and maintenance. This cost will inevitably lead to price increases for subscribers.
Espionage threatens to undermine chip ban: Tech companies are getting their hands dirty in geopolitics. If they help build weapons, a public that despises war might sour on consumer spending.
Can Fox turn Tubi into a major streaming brand? The free, ad-supported streaming service is in a strong position to weather a difficult chapter.
Amazon is willing to outspend on content: Tech giant’s spend on tentpole shows pays for itself by encouraging Prime signups.
“Disrupt, make noise, get people talking about Tubi the next day.” That was the goal for the campaign, said Greg Hahn, co-founder and chief creative officer of Mischief, the agency behind Tubi’s “interface interruption” and “rabbit hole”-themed Super Bowl ads. We talked to Hahn about Tubi and Mischief’s advertising approach.
Off-price retail continues to thrive amid economic uncertainty: Monthly visits to TJ Maxx, Ross, Marshall’s, and Burlington spiked in January as shoppers prioritize discount retailers.
‘The most powerful tool for spreading misinformation’: A study shows how AI chatbots could make society’s disinformation problem significantly worse. It’s in tech companies’ best interest to guard against it.
Walmart is scaling back its tech hub footprint: The retailer is closing three of its US tech hubs and requiring tech workers to come into the office at least two days a week.
A recent survey found over three quarters of them have abandoned onboarding because it was too complicated or confusing.
US regulators are allegedly discouraging banks from working with crypto firms. That could leave them with no option but to fold.
The Fed is adding a new scenario to its 2023 stress test, but says it's exploratory and won’t affect reserves.
Its TPV grew 9% YoY, down from 23% a year ago. PayPal hopes to reinvigorate growth with cost restructuring and innovation efforts.
New Look joins H&M, Zara in charging for returns: The fashion retailer is trialing fees to reduce fulfillment costs, but the move risks alienating cost-conscious consumers.
Amazon eyes content expansion in India, but it’s a tough time to buy: The company is in talks to acquire MX Player as market leader Disney+ Hotstar shows weakness.