67% of US adults turn off cookies or website tracking to protect their privacy, putting it second only to changing social media privacy settings, according to a May 2023 Pew Research Center survey.
Profits dropped when big banks got the bill for last year’s banking crisis—along with some other expenses.
TikTok evolves into a search engine: A study shows the platform is becoming popular among Gen Z for information and diverse content.
And 2024 could prove to be just as difficult for consumers trying to pay back their debts
It’s successfully built out services to engage users, but it faces growing competition from other remittance players
And they’re willing to change where they shop and what they buy based on product-specific discounts and rewards
Meta faces big complaints from Tinder and Walmart: The two major brands said ads were placed next to illegal content, a New Mexico lawsuit revealed.
The latest reorganization cuts hundreds of jobs in advertising sales and shifts resources. Google’s move emphasizes efficiency and AI reliance.
December retail sales rose 5.6% YoY, soaring past expectations: That strong finish to the year, along with 63% of consumers feeling good about their finances, bodes well for 2024.
Costco cracks down on card borrowing: The warehouse club aims to protect the value of its membership by testing a card scanner at the entrances to its stores.
Amazon follows in Walmart’s footsteps with genAI shopping assistant: The tool combs through user reviews and product descriptions to answer shoppers’ questions.
Digital media, traditional media, and total media ad spending will all grow faster worldwide this year than in 2023. After two years of relative malaise, the outlook is very positive on a global scale and in every major region.
Netflix brings ad-supported bundle deals to France: A partnership with grocer Carrefour will combine deals on consumer packaged goods with a streaming subscription.
Kroger and Albertsons delay merger as opposition piles up: Calls to scrap the deal are intensifying amid concerns over the impact on shoppers’ grocery bills and workers’ wages.
Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Integrates AI using Google Cloud and services. Adoption by a broader audience could put pressure on Apple and Android rivals.
Long-standing TV series end as streaming rises: The move reflects shifts in viewer habits and advertising strategies.
Global leaders voice concern and excitement over AI revolution: The world is divided over AI. Its potential to accelerate business practices contrasts with workforce impacts, economic inequality, and beyond.
Amazon unveils AI tools for Fire TV, shopping: The generative AI frenzy is pushing companies to make everything about AI. Some use cases have more market potential than others.
CNN restructures for digital consumption: Aiming to captivate mobile-first audiences with new content and subscriptions