Automation has turbocharged content creation, but AI costs are rising fast. Rather than cut expenses, Duolingo is banking on long-term user engagement to pay off.
Nextdoor bets on AI-driven content to fuel long-term growth: The platform’s NEXT initiative will transform past user discussions into monetizable recommendations, prioritizing engagement over short-term ad revenues.
Revenues soared 114% YoY to $130.5 billion, but stock struggles highlight concerns over AI’s cost efficiency and whether high-compute investments will pay off long term.
The improved Alexa finally debuts with better conversation skills and smart home features. Can Amazon convince users to pay when smartphones offer similar features for free?
The AI search startup is launching a browser to pull users away from Google—turning its search engine into a full-fledged, AI-powered browsing experience.
Its deep discounts and open-source push are reshaping the industry, challenging incumbents to make AI cheaper, smarter, and more widely available.
With an unmatched free tier, Gemini Code Assist is throwing down the gauntlet—giving developers near-limitless AI code generation and forcing rivals to keep up.
Anthropic’s latest model introduces adjustable reasoning, letting businesses fine-tune AI responses based on speed, cost, and complexity
Chegg is suing Google, claiming AI Overviews steal its content and cut its traffic. The case highlights fears that AI-driven search is eroding content creators’ business models.
Facing global trade tensions, Apple is pumping billions into US-based production—potentially sweetening the deal for future tariff exemptions.
US docs spend up to 3 hours per week correcting AI: Physicians’ liability concerns with AI can be addressed by having them involved with technology purchasing decisions.
64% of US ad buyers expect to focus somewhat or significantly more on cross-platform measurement in 2025, according to a December 2024 IAB survey.
Satya Nadella admits Microsoft underestimated Google’s dominance in search, a mistake that could prove costly as AI-driven search products gain market share.
X adds automated, AI-generated ad creation: The move is another attempt for X to win back brands the platform lost.
At $30 per minute, Veo 2 targets high-end business users, testing demand for costly AI-generated content.
Rapid growth and enterprise deals position OpenAI as an AI giant, but as expectations rise, the real test will be proving long-term financial viability.
On today’s podcast episode, we discuss Meta’s AI plans, the real story behind Snapchat’s growth, and how Pinterest has evolved. Tune in to the conversation with Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Senior Editor of Briefings Daniel Konstantinovic, and Senior Analyst Minda Smiley. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
LinkedIn improves B2B ad tracking: New updates help marketers integrate first-party data, track long-term impact, and optimize campaigns.
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