Microsoft moves to reduce dependence on OpenAI with a newwith new model: Microsoft is seeking technological independence, but it also needs cost control to maintain its frontrunner status.
Book bans are on the rise in US: This trend can have implications for brands’ marketing strategies.
Howard Schultz says Starbucks’ ‘fix needs to begin at home’: Following a tough quarter, the company’s former boss took to LinkedIn to detail how it should revamp its US operations.
Microsoft and Sanctuary AI team up on humanoid robots: Advanced AI is invigorating the robotics sector. But industry adoption doesn’t indicate consumer demand.
Increased vulnerabilities and ransomware attacks are driving up costs for businesses. AI adoption could make them even more vulnerable.
Targeting 20% of the world’s high-end chip production by 2030, the CHIPS Act is accelerating investments into digital twin technologies to attract startups.
Paramount merger drama continues: A Sony-Apollo deal is now pitted against Skydance—and it’s unfolding during Upfronts.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss whether GenAI is just a solution in search of a problem to fix, how the video streaming world has shifted already this year, how significant of an ad battleground the back seat of a cab can be, how fast people need things delivered, what the most popular pets in America are, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Blake Droesch and vice presidents of content Suzy Davidkhanian and Paul Verna.
Intuit Mailchimp used AI to create a B2B marketing campaign focusing on the “clustomer,” the amorphous and diverse audience brands must reach with ads. The resulting ad performed in the top 5% of Ipsos ads, a success which Intuit Mailchimp CMO Michelle Taite attributed to the team’s willingness to experiment with AI.
Google faces a new challenge as OpenAI prepares to unveil search: The startup could launch a search engine prior to Google’s I/O AI updates. But its revenue model remains unclear.
V makers are expanding production into more affordable models and acquiring autonomous driving technologies while hybrid sales help traditional carmakers through the transition.
Shoppers are overwhelmed by choice, but retailers believe genAI can help: Etsy, eBay, and ThredUP are investing in AI-powered search to help customers cut through the noise.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what to make of Google delaying the deprecation of third-party cookies (again), what was behind its most recent ad revenue growth, if it can defend its search business from a wave of AI, and what stands out about YouTube's recent performance. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Evelyn Mitchell-Wolf.
Usage of the internet, smartphones, and tablets is comparatively high in Canada due to the pervasive digital infrastructure.
Google laid off 200 from Core group and will fill gaps by expanding into India and Mexico. Local tech talent is now faced with new challenges.
Anthropic debuts Team plan and mobile app: Its latest offerings could help it gain ground on rivals. But it could face similar scrutiny despite ethics focus.
Apple looks to AI announcements to fuel recovery: Apple's Q2 earnings beat estimates despite falling iPhone sales. It authorized $110 billion for stock buybacks and promised a huge AI reveal ahead
On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss in-store retail media: what's holding it back, cooler screens and smart carts impact, and what digital advertising looks like outside the store. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the top three heritage brands that have found a way to become cool again. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Sky Canaves and Zak Stambor.
OpenAI and Microsoft are sued again for using newspaper content without permission. Conflicts between creators and Big Tech intensify as AI adoption grows.
A new lawsuit alleges OpenAI and Microsoft use newspaper content without permission. Conflicts between creators and Big Tech intensify as AI adoption grows.