What Q4 tells us about the big four agencies: Omnicom and Publicis enjoyed strong quarters as they prepare for Omnicom’s IPG acquisition.
Uber’s record Q4 overshadowed by conservative Q1 outlook: The company expects rising insurance costs, unfavorable FX rates, and weather-related disruptions to weigh on bookings
European AI startups secured $8 billion in 2024, yet strict regulations and reliance on US capital could stifle homegrown innovation..
OmniHuman-1’s AI video creation could transform digital media but raises concerns over deepfakes and misinformation.
LiveRamp CEO's growth strategy: Neutral positioning and network effects fuel commerce media and CTV expansion as ad budgets rebound.
Spotify reports its first full year of profitability: Cost-cutting, price hikes, and a UMG deal should help the company build on its strong Q4 in 2025.
Meta Advantage+ is increasingly relying on AI: Some campaigns will lose the ability to manually target consumers in an effort to lean on automation.
Short-form video offerings signal the platform’s push to become more than just a job-hunting site as it aims to compete for screen time with TikTok and Instagram.
Though Trump did as he promised, many banking customers are on edge.
Despite having little presence in China, Google faces an antitrust probe amid a rising trade war, suggesting regulatory pressure could be used as a geopolitical bargaining tool.
In January, the most interesting retailers capitalized on New Year’s trends like resolutions, lower-alcohol consumption, and an influx of holiday returns. Poshmark and Sephora introduced new partnerships, while Amazon and Temu increased their own retail media-related offerings. Here are the eight most significant retail developments of January 2024, ranked by their potential market impact.
Google made its marketing mix model (MMM), Meridian, available to the public last week and launched a program of over 20 trained and certified measurement partners to help marketers use the tool.
The tool delivers expert analysis with citations, but necessary human oversight and restricted availability could limit adoption.
With hefty fines at stake, companies must navigate the AI Act’s risk system. Compliance challenges could complicate US firms’ expansion.
Comcast gives details on its spinout of several NBCU cable networks: As Peacock takes center stage, legacy TV networks must adapt to stay relevant.
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