Etsy risks alienating sellers with fee increases: As ecommerce growth slows, the online marketplace tries to maximize revenues in the most cost-effective way possible.
Savvy aims to push wealth management tech updates: The US-based wealthtech wrapped up a seed round to fund its play in a market that’s lagged in adopting newer technologies.
Marketers pull TV ads around Ukraine coverage: Brand safety is top of mind, and TV networks are also doing their part to avoid poor ad placement.
Tumblr taps subscriptions as an ad alternative: The platform is now offering ad-free scrolling for $4.99 a month, but that’s unlikely to turn its losses around as it sheds users.
It reported a strong Q4 and outlined how it plans to use Afterpay to drive growth across its businesses.
LendingClub CEO discusses the neobank advantage: Scott Sanborn explains to Insider Intelligence why his company’s P2P roots will help it compete as a neobank, now that the pandemic has driven permanent mobile banking usage.
Fintech takes a ‘no code’ embedded finance approach: Spain-based HUBUC raised $10M from seed funding, playing in a competitive space that’s still growing.
After posting strong year-end results, the crypto exchange warned that 2022 is off to a lackluster start amid drops in crypto market cap.
Large brands shift their focus to direct sales: Meanwhile, many digital-native retailers are turning to wholesale as they look for cost-effective ways to attract new customers.
Ukraine conflict could bog down various supply chains: Russia and Ukraine are a significant source for materials and energy supplies, and continued conflict and Russian sanctions will lead to shortages.
As grocery margins shrink, Walmart looks for new opportunities: The retailer hopes investments in beauty and fashion will build cachet and encourage shoppers to spend.
Instacart continues to diversify as competition grows: The platform’s partnership with Lowe’s allows both companies to provide greater value to consumers and catch up with rivals.
Big Tech companies partner with Retrievr on e-waste recycling pilot: Tech giants are funding electronics recycling in Denver, but the program lacks a solid economic foundation for systemic change.
On today's episode, we discuss how connected TV (CTV) advertising will scale and how AI is poised to help TV advertisers. Then for "In Other News," we talk about Google curbing cross-app tracking on Android phones and what to expect from the WarnerMedia/Discovery merger. Tune in to the discussion with chief product officer at MNTN Marwan Soghaier and our analyst Paul Verna.