VideoAmp gains on Nielsen, partners with Televisa: The company’s Upfront event highlighted the major changes across the measurement landscape.
Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs landed harder than expected. Widespread uncertainty remains, given the pause on reciprocal tariffs for countries willing to negotiate with the US—along with an escalating trade war with China. Which markets will take the greatest hits? And how might our US forecasts change?
41% of US advertisers expecting budget cuts due to tariffs plan to cut from social media, while 24% plan cuts to linear TV and gaming, per February 2025 from the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB).
Sponsored AI Lenses let users drop into branded scenes via selfies, offering a fast, cost-cutting alternative to AR with higher engagement potential.
With iPhone prices poised to spike, Apple’s supply chain edge offers a short reprieve, but panic buying reveals deeper economic fears taking hold
Tariffs are destabilizing Hollywood’s growth: Rising costs and shrinking ad budgets threaten content, licensing, and consumer engagement.
On today’s podcast episode, we discuss the main reasons YouTube is the most watched platform on TVs, how “Planet YouTube’s” gravitational pull is disrupting other media types, and what the biggest threat to its dominance is. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Vice President and Principal Analyst Jasmine Enberg, and Principal Analyst Bill Fisher for the conversation. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
“A Minecraft Movie” exceeds box office expectations: The release comes at a much-needed time for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Microsoft’s AI assistant now handles bookings, shopping, and podcast creation, aiming to close the gap with ChatGPT by delivering real utility, not just enterprise hype.
China’s retaliation rattles markets, but Big Tech could offset losses by leaning into AI, services, and subscriptions—if consumers still bite.
Apple News’ “abysmal” ad revenues requires advertisers to rethink: Poor ROI and a lack of changes to improve the platform could spell trouble.
TikTok receives another 75-day extension: As Trump signs a second executive order to keep the app alive, its future remains murky.
Regulators may hit X with a $1 billion fine, escalating a standoff that could provoke Trump and push Musk to yank the platform from Europe.
Meta, TikTok, and X in hot legal water: The platforms are facing suits in the US and EU that could have implications for how advertisers invest.
Zuckerberg wants Trump to slow the EU’s advertising crackdown: Meta is pressuring the administration to fight back against EU fines.
Newsmax IPO is conservative media's moment: The network’s early success as a public company emphasizes advertiser confidence in right-leaning media.
Spotify boosts global ad tools: New programmatic, targeting, and AI creative features position Spotify as a full-funnel solution for global marketers.
HBO's hit show “The White Lotus,” is extending its off-screen influence with a series of retail partnerships. Though the show revolves around miserable rich people on vacation, it keeps viewers engaged with fashion, scenery, and unattainable luxury. Brands including Banana Republic, H&M, and Kiehl’s have seized the opportunity.
Netflix, Patreon explore podcast potential: As competition in the podcast space heats up, brands are looking for unique value propositions to draw audiences.
Flashy new features meet AAA games, yet battery life shrinks and OLED gets ditched. Is this really a next-gen move?