On today's episode, we discuss how productivity is being reimagined in the WFH era, the implications of physical stores closing again this Thanksgiving, which companies have had recent turnaround performances, whether Netflix opening an online store makes sense, what the Olympics going ahead could mean for everyone, how to trick yourself into eating less, and more. Tune in to the discussion with eMarketer principal analysts Nicole Perrin and Paul Verna and analyst at Insider Intelligence Blake Droesch.
New ways to listen: Facebook and Spotify introduced new social audio opportunities this week as most social media companies explore their own take on the growing format.
The new features continue a normalization of encryption despite movement attempts to crackdown on the tech.
China is often seen as the wild west of privacy protection, where unscrupulous companies collect and trade personal data as regulators and consumers stand idly by. The Chinese government has been trying to change that, most recently by drafting a privacy law akin to the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). While the implications for businesses are still murky, it’s clear that China is determined to tackle this issue its own way, at its own pace.
FloC blocking: Amazon is preventing Google’s FloC tracking system from running on its properties, which could limit Google’s ability to build certain cohorts.
A seller’s market: Upfront negotiations are wrapping up, and multiple media companies are reporting substantial double-digit increases in ad rates.
Growing tolerance for mobile ads: US gamer sentiments toward advertisements in mobile gaming ads have improved during the pandemic as people continue to spend an increased amount of time with their mobile devices.
How US businesses are failing Black consumers
On today's episode, we discuss how time spent watching TV is changing, how TV ads favorability stacks up against other formats, and what's contributing to TV ad spending's resilience. We then talk about Paramount+ introducing a new tier with ads, how much time people spend with subscription-based vs. ad-supported video, and how much money are people willing to spend for the video streaming entertainment. Tune in to the discussion with eMarketer senior analyst at Insider Intelligence Ross Benes.
Whether it’s the visitors’ app or in-park operations team, Universal Parks & Resorts is dedicated to delivering seamless guest experiences. To create relevant, immersive moments, the theme park relies on its core data and an integrated customer data platform (CDP). Watch Industry Voices: Spotlight on Travel with Universal Parks & Resorts’ Leah van Zelm, vice president of global marketing analytics.
A localized offering: New details have emerged about Sinclair Broadcast Group's standalone sports streaming service, one that could present new opportunities to reach a growing digital live sports audience.
Google agrees to cooperate with UK regulators: The company will delay the elimination of third party cookies for an additional 60 days as it works with the Competition and Markets Authority on some competition-protecting proposals.
A new iCloud keychain feature would allow users to log in to websites and apps with Face ID or Touch ID instead of a password. The feature could bolster cybersecurity since stolen passwords are the leading driver of data breaches.
For content execs, it’s all about clicks
Google’s 16th submarine cable: Google continues Big Tech’s rapid investment in global physical internet infrastructure with a new cable connecting the US and Argentina. The move comes despite recent high-profile outages illustrating the potential dangers of internet infrastructure consolidation.
Apple placates mobile advertisers: iOS 15 will allow advertisers to get postback data directly from Apple, rather than going through an ad network—a huge help for marketers hungry for data in a post-IDFA world.
The US Chromebook market grew 548% last year thanks in large part to pandemic-induced surges in remote learning. Continued investment in digital education means that Chromebook growth may continue.