Samsung smart TVs will bring video games to users this year: The connected TV (CTV) manufacturer partners with several game streaming services in a move that could spur similar features from rivals.
Facebook, now Meta, has pushed the idea of the metaverse into the mainstream. Investment into the still-novel concept, which has seen resources poured into augmented reality and virtual reality devices, is driving the top five tech trends for the year ahead.
Amazon is the retailer of choice for engaged couples: The ecommerce giant extends its influence into wedding registries, beating out former favorites like Bed Bath & Beyond.
Unlocking the Wi-Fi 6 spectrum could ease the stress on remote workers’ networks: But the cost of compatible routers and devices might not be worth the incremental connectivity benefits.
On today's episode, we discuss what our analysts think will be the key digital trends of 2022. Where we stand with our digital advertising outlook, how far the pendulum will swing towards AVOD services, when TV and video ad measurement will cease being a hot mess, and more. We then talk about whether video streaming growth has officially stalled and if Univision can bring the immediacy of digital measurement to TV ads. Tune in to the discussion with eMarketer principal analyst at Insider Intelligence Paul Verna.
Microsoft buys Xandr from AT&T to boost its digital ad biz: The programmatic ad segment could help Microsoft as it struggles to keep pace in the digital advertising industry.
Interest has revived on the business-customer side, supported by the rise of stablecoins and pressure to compete with bigger banks. Expanding to consumers could accelerate payments and deposits.
Thirty-six percent of US consumers took on debt this holiday season—but only about half of them had planned to.
A US neobank is offering a simple onramp to crypto that targets Hispanic users. Could it pave the way for using digital assets in cross-border payments?
Latest COVID-19 surge is only a temporary deterrent for people seeking in-person advice for complex needs: Several US banking players are closing branches due to staff shortages or or downsizing to drive-through service. But these are only short-term disruptions to ongoing channel usage trends.
FDIC will likely be tougher on bank mergers after Trump-era chairman departs: Jelena McWilliams’s decision to leave on February 4, 2022 follows a clash with Democratic board members over publication of a public-input document covering mergers.
Tesla remains king of EVs thanks to exponential growth, despite the chip crisis: Strong sales in China and Europe propelled growth, but safety worries and expensive recalls taint Tesla’s rise.
Rounding up news from the last days of 2021: The news cycle didn’t stop over the holidays. These are some of the most notable stories from the last two weeks.
Shortening of CES points to lower preference for virtual shows: With 150-plus exhibitors choosing digital presentations in wake of the latest COVID-19 wave, CES will close a day early.
Why AI will be at the center of health systems’ focus this year: A new survey reveals how health systems are more bullish than ever on AI. We unpack some of the key challenges with the tech below..