The premium VOD revolution: Universal Pictures strikes gold by continuing to offer movies shortly after theatrical release.
Google offers publishers another olive branch: The company will launch a news platform called Showcase in the US this summer that will pay over 150 publishers.
Publishers race to get ahead of artificial intelligence: Axel Springer will seek AI acquisitions as publishers explore ways to integrate the disruptive tech.
Sweetgreen goes all in on automation: The salad chain expects all stores to be automated in five years as it moves to a speedier and more consistent customer experience.
RH’s first international location is in a 17th century English estate: The high-end retailer and hospitality company is the latest luxury seller to reimagine the in-person experience.
Vietnam buckles under Apple’s, Samsung’s China divestment: Wild weather and booming production are straining the country’s power supply, adding to global supply chain pain for the tech sector.
A joint report educates banks on proper risk management strategies, but they’re not a great fit for small FIs.
They claim the banks are unfairly profiting off loyal customers by offering low savings rates. The Bank of England doesn’t agree.
Ualá is offering a high-yield savings account that is similar to a competitor’s. For consumers, competition means options.
New AI Tools for Marketers: Salesforce and Adobe launch generative AI products aimed at streamlining workflows and bolstering campaign performance through customization.
Twitch’s attempt to crack down on brand-influencer partnerships fails: The platform walked back unpopular rules that limited independent advertising deals.
Latin America traditional media spending bounces back: Recovering out-of-home advertising will help lift outlays to prepandemic levels.
Free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) services like The Roku Channel, Tubi, and Pluto TV will bring in tens of millions of viewers this year, though time spent with the platforms isn’t comparable to that of Netflix or YouTube, according to our forecast. Still, marketers should keep an eye on these streaming services, especially those with parent companies like Paramount or Fox that may be able to spin free viewers into paid members.
Companies deploy chatbots in their haste to adopt generative AI: Priceline, Salesforce, and Carrefour are among those looking to harness the tech to offer shoppers personalized recommendations.
Veeve turns its smart carts into a retail media opportunity: The startup is looking to capitalize as retailers like Walmart and Kroger ramp up in-store advertising capabilities.
Amazon sits at the top of US ecommerce, accounting for 37.6% of sales this year, according to our forecast. In addition to generating billions of dollars in sales, Amazon’s ecommerce business propels its other ventures, including retail media and B2B ecommerce. By harnessing the power of generative AI, Amazon could leave its retail competition even further in the dust, and possibly catch up to the Google and Meta duopoly.
The pharmacist’s role continues to become more of a caregiver: Pharmacists are still on the healthcare front lines even in this post-pandemic environment. And it’s costing retail employers.