Talk-to-code is coming: A radical CodeGen initiative by Salesforce is underway to turn programming into a conversational task anyone can do. The era of the keyboard is ending.
On today's episode, we discuss the next normal for retailers, digital ads in refrigerated aisles, what the point of the Oscars is, the potential NFL+ streaming service, regulators coming for the app stores, what makes American cars unique, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Blake Droesch and Dave Frankland and director of reports editing Rahul Chadha.
Bolt acquired crypto startup Wyre Payments to help it stand out in the highly competitive one-click checkout space.
Influencer payouts on social media are fickle, but creators have little choice: Instagram and others are getting criticized for opaque monetization rules.
Seven major US incumbents are partnering to roll out a service that lets consumers share financial data with participating businesses.
eBay gets closer to stock-like collectibles trading: eBay Vault will speed up transactions and eventually include fractional ownership—just when other players seek to make collectibles more like stocks, crypto, and NFTs.
Coinbase faces cool reception in India: It’s supporting domestic crypto trades in the face of central bank skepticism and challenges like a new tax on these trades.
Banks must choose whether to ax overdraft fees: Democratic state attorneys general say that banks’ recent moves to reduce consumers’ exposure to the charges aren't enough.
TikTok will grow its net ad revenues in the US by an astounding 184.4% this year to hit $5.96 billion. The app’s ad revenues will settle into a double-digit growth trajectory starting next year and top $11 billion in 2024.
2022 stands to be a record year for weddings: Retailers that cater to the growing number of couples planning to tie the knot this year should generate strong gains.
US mobile gaming ad revenues will reach $6.26 billion in 2022, up 14.0% from $5.49 billion in 2021. Healthy double-digit growth will continue through 2024.
Mercedes in the AV driver’s seat: Getting a green light for its Drive Pilot positions Mercedes-Benz as an AV frontrunner. As it tests the legal liability waters, other automakers could follow.
IMAX for the metaverse: Burnt out from metaverse headset fatigue? Brelyon has an immersive VR monitor on the way. Geared for gamers, Ultra Reality could benefit learners and professionals too.
Inflation isn’t stopping consumers from buying premium brands: Levi’s and Birkenstocks are some of the companies leveraging their brand equity to raise prices and secure favorable retail partnerships.