On Tuesday, Microsoft announced it would use the same plug-in standards as OpenAI, meaning plug-ins can work across ChatGPT, Bing Chat, and Microsoft 365 Copilot. Microsoft is focusing on plug-ins as the future of its OpenAI partnership, and for good reason.
Some retailers are testing digital freezer screens that act as real-life pop-up ads, while others are leaning on in-person events to build brand awareness. Digital kiosks combine in-store sampling, promotion, and digital media—a win-win for retailers and brands alike.
LinkedIn rolls out new features to enhance verification processes and combat counterfeit profiles: Platform aims to maintain its reputation as a trusted platform for professional networking and job seeking.
European household budgets are under pressure: Food prices are soaring, which is forcing consumers to make tough choices about where to spend their money.
Technology companies are caught between China and the US. Bans from both countries could upend entire supply chains and future growth.
Streaming shake up: Paramount+ integrates with Showtime, while HBO Max drops ‘HBO’ and transforms into Max, introducing Discovery+ programming.
A quarter of US adults recently cut their spending on video streaming subscriptions due to inflation, per a Morning Consult survey. Slightly less cut back on music streaming subscriptions (24%) and cable or satellite TV (23%). Across all entertainment categories studied, more adults either didn’t pull back or didn’t pay for the product or service in the first place.
Increasingly cost-conscious consumers pivot away from restaurant delivery: Nearly half of all consumers have picked up their carryout orders themselves rather than have them delivered.
Google outperforms rivals as it shows ChatGPT immunity: Despite their best efforts, Microsoft and startups haven’t eaten market share. Google shows it has leeway to approach generative AI cautiously.
We round up the bank’s investor day and find that it’s benefited from the regional banking crisis.
Citing constitutional violations and hindrance to user-generated content dissemination, any outcome may affect tech regulation across states and digital ecosystems.
Apple makes estimated $15B bet on Broadcom: Not resting on its iPhone laurels, Apple boosts its competitive edge by investing in connectivity expertise and US GDP growth.
Conflicting views among regulators, lawmakers, and trade groups could slow the end of the banking turmoil.
Sluggish progress at debt ceiling talks is forcing banks to cut exposure to Treasury securities and grow liquidity cushions.
The Japanese lender bought investment bank Greenhill to fuel growth. But foreign banks have historically found it tough to succeed in the US.
Onyx Private caters to affluent millennials and Gen Zers, but its vague purpose could cause it to flop.
The digital wallet is already the top P2P service among teens. Its youth-facing products could help monetize the app
Canada has the second-highest average interchange rate globally.
The company integrated with SwiftGo for real-time cross-border payments shortly after getting ready to support FedNow
Step one: Make sure you have the right data, said Chris Penn, co-founder and chief data scientist at Trust Insights. Also important is bringing in an attribution model to ensure a complete view of which marketing efforts are moving the needle. Lastly, be careful who you partner with—they may not be giving you the full story.