Advertising & Marketing

Could Trump’s second term include a ban on D2C pharma ads? We examine the likelihood of a ban and explore what more oversight of drug ads on TV means for pharma marketers.

Social fuels streaming: Netflix invests in BookTok sensation “Twisted Love” as TikTok reshapes publishing and adaptation strategies.

SpaceX, OpenAI, and others are choosing private funding over public markets to safeguard innovation, avoid scrutiny, and maintain competitive advantages.

WPP’s RTO mandate could spill over to other agencies: Its four-day requirement is upsetting employees hired during an era of remote work.

Will Meta’s moderation pivot hurt brand safety? Possibly, but other safety features and the company’s enormous reach means brands won’t stop spending.

Project Digits hints at Nvidia’s ambitions in PCs and smartphones. Partnering with MediaTek positions it to disrupt Intel and Apple while broadening AI’s market reach

In 2025, digital advertising will be shaped by connected (CTV) consolidation, stricter data privacy measures, and AI-driven marketing. CTV growth may spark mergers, while privacy regulations push brands to rely on first-party data. AI will continue to enhance campaign performance and creativity, transforming how marketers engage audiences.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss how retailers are giving customers more bang for their buck with discounts and freebies, how gamified loyalty programs are becoming more sophisticated, and more. Listen to the conversation with our Senior Analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts Vice President Suzy Davidkhanian and Senior Analyst Blake Droesch.

Microsoft committed $3 billion to India and struck key partnerships to strengthen its AI footprint and compete in the region with Google, Amazon, and Nvidia.

In 2025, retailers will redefine value by blending discounts with innovation, empathy, and personalization. Brands will prioritize authentic connections, engaging audiences through in-person experiences, and highly targeted campaigns powered by advanced technologies like AI. Let’s look at three key marketing themes industry experts believe will shape 2025.

Reddit launches AMA Ads and Pro Trends: New tools enable branded Q&As, real-time insights, and improved brand safety for advertisers.

Authenticity and purpose are key. Bold campaigns succeed when they align with brand values and feel genuine rather than opportunistic

Open-source AI models democratize access to powerful robotics tools, while autonomous vehicle tech could standardize the industry and speed up development.