On today's podcast episode, we discuss what the 2024 Oscars taught us about the future of awards shows, whether its time to give up on email, how Netflix's sports strategy will play out, if the idea of "news" can survive online, how the money in the world is shared between us, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Bill Fisher, forecasting analyst Zach Goldner, and director of forecasting Oscar Orozco.
The ad industry is still hyperreliant on cookies: Despite an imminent phaseout, a Wired report found that the most popular websites share data with thousands of companies.
As streaming costs rise, so do opportunities for advertisers: Consumers are paying more for streaming services than ever, leading to cheaper access via ad-supported tiers.
“95% of what marketers use agencies, strategists, and creative professionals for today will easily, nearly instantly and at almost no cost be handled by the AI,” said OpenAI founder Sam Altman. The prediction sent marketers into a frenzy. Altman’s statement may not be all hype, so it’s important marketers prepare rather than panic.
As Apple waits for its AI moment, its devices and users already have a head start. Microsoft’s AI Surfaces are only available to enterprises, delaying wider adoption.
The UN’s AI resolution rests on a weak foundation: The non-binding measure is a call to action for slow-moving governments but requires a public sector talent base that doesn’t exist.
After Reddit’s IPO surge, driven by AI plans and vast user content, the platform faces a balancing act between new AI market opportunities and preserving community trust.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what TV even is anymore, how the redefining of TV is reshaping marketers' approach, and why not all data is created equal. "In Other News," we talk about why live TV is the new streaming and the real reason Walmart bought TV-maker Vizio. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Ross Benes and Alison Gensheimer, head of Nielsen marketing.
Comscore’s landmark accreditation is a blow to Nielsen: The company is the first to receive MRC accreditation for big data measurement across local and national TV.
Earlier this month, Beyond Inc. (formerly Overstock) acquired ecommerce retailer Zulily, which went out of business in late 2023. Beyond Inc. also plans to bring back the Overstock brand, which it sunset after acquiring the rights to Bed Bath & Beyond last year.
The DOJ and 16 attorneys sue Apple for antitrust law breaches, citing restricted competition and innovation, as tech giants rally against Apple’s practices. How many bites can Apple take?
Meta is first in line for Nvidia’s Blackwell: The two companies are leading the marketplace on AI aggressiveness but remain dependent on sustained demand and the supply chain.
Apple’s MM1 is a sign that Wall Street’s AI judgments aren’t evidence-based: Tech giants need to consider their customer base and revenue streams to successfully commercialize generative AI.
Nvidia’s and Google’s AIs predict climate events, yet their energy- and water-intensive servers risk significant environmental impact. Wider adoption could result in bigger carbon footprints.
On today's podcast episode, we're at Shoptalk 2024 discussing the main takeaways, the best side conversations and booths, and the discussed trends we don't see coming to fruition. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts chief content officer Zia Daniell Wigder and analyst Jasmine Enberg, who were both at this year's conference.
As their city shrinks, multiple New Orleans-based depositor-owned banks believe a change in ownership will help them grow.
OpenAI training ‘materially better’ GPT-5 for mid-year release: Chip shortages and a shift in priorities have likely delayed the model’s release. Its ROI might fall short of expectations.
Microsoft makes a massive de facto AI acquisition through hiring: Inflection’s leaders will run Microsoft’s AI unit as the sector’s power becomes increasingly concentrated.