On today's episode, we discuss Netflix choosing Microsoft to help with the streaming service's upcoming ad-supported tier, the need for a chief media officer, what to make of inflation still not slowing down, whether YouTube is the future of cable, whether customers will buy into in-car subscription services, an unpopular opinion about the term "influencer," what exactly a "black box" really is, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Dave Frankland, Evelyn Mitchell, and Max Willens.
Starling posts a $44.1M profit as Varo Bank lays off 10% of its staff and plans to restructure.
Macy’s, Nordstrom bet on smaller stores as shoppers move away from malls: Department stores are taking a localized approach to reach more consumers and speed up fulfillment.
Visa is reportedly in discussions to participate in Airlwallex’s Series E extension, which can help strengthen its card business and complement its cross-border payment efforts.
Is Netflix rushing its ad-supported tier? News that its new subscription tier won’t have its full catalog is raising concerns about its timeline.
Brands can use inflation to their benefit: “Agnostic” consumers are spending carefully and looking for brands to meet their financial and emotional needs.
Snap’s Q2 results in one word? Ouch. The social platform’s brutal earnings report foreshadows more bad news to come for rival, ad-reliant platforms.
Kristin O’Brien, general manager of the Brand Platform at LTK, spoke with Insider Intelligence about targeting Gen Z consumers, the prevalence of social commerce, and back-to-school trends.
This year, for the first time, 5G phones will make up the majority, or 56%, of smartphone shipments worldwide. By the end of 2026, their share will grow to 76%. As 5G phones become ubiquitous, their average selling price will decrease by $168 over the next four years.
On today's episode, we discuss what to make of the new and improved loyalty program from Bed Bath & Beyond, what to keep in mind when thinking about personalization, gamification, and additional membership perks, and what the best loyalty program out there is. "In Other News," we talk about Walgreens associates refusing to sell over-the-counter and prescription contraceptives and the potential impact of a new touchless self-checkout option. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Patty Soltis.
AI applications are becoming more common across functions including supply chain, product, and back office. Brands are using AI tools to generate deep customer insights, track supplier pricing, and more.
Elon Musk doesn’t own Twitter, but he partially owns its Q2 results: The Tesla CEO has been a headwind factoring into the platform's weak Q2 results.
PLUS: We predict where Amazon is headed next
Big Tech is lobbying antitrust with big dollars: The biggest technology monoliths collectively spent twice as much as big pharma in lobbying and could gain the upper hand as Congress heads into fall recess
It’s a challenging time for small retailers: Many are struggling with raging inflation and declining consumer buying power.