The cookie may not be crumbling on Chrome precisely as we thought, but many people are still tossing cookies out in the garbage. ID5 published its 2024 State of Digital Identity Report, offering a detailed look into how the industry is adapting to Google’s recent pivot on cookies.
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Curation might sound like a win-win, but there are hidden costs publishers and advertisers need to consider. Raptive's Ryan Maynard dives into the unspoken downsides of sell-side curation, from inefficiencies in SPO to eroding working media dollars.
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Data clean rooms emerged as a privacy-enhancing solution for advertisers, allowing valuable audience insights without exposing consumers' PII. We spoke with Ethan Heftman, CRO at Ampersand, about how the company’s unique position in the clean room ecosystem demonstrates how these solutions can bridge the gap between inventory placement and data-driven…
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Tragedy struck last week when a teen took his own life, leading some critics of AI to question if a Chatbot is partially responsible. Now, with Character.AI facing a wrongful death lawsuit, how much is Sewell’s death the startup's responsibility?
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The digital ad game is changing, and so are user expectations. From The New York Times to Dotdash Meredith, publishers are flipping the script—fewer interruptions, more value. Learn how some publishers put user experience first while still cashing in—and how ad-filtering tech helps them balance revenue and UX.
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Dark traffic is stealing revenue from publishers at an alarming rate, but a partnership between Ad Shield and Google allows publishers to access premium demand from Google Ad Exchange. This will help reclaim revenue from ad-blocked inventory previously deemed unfeasible to monetize.
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The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB), along with the NCTA (Internet & Television Association) and the Electronic Security Association (ESA), have filed a lawsuit against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to block its new Click to Cancel rule. Is the FTC "overstepping its authority?" Let's dig into why the industry is…
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As we move forward, the interplay of AI, CTV, and data collaboration will continue to define many aspects of our future. Embracing these changes is paramount to gaining a competitive edge and unlocking new pathways for consumer engagement and connection. The key lies in adapting to these advancements while remaining…
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Focusing on leadership, quality, sustainability, and community, Emry offers a roadmap for publishers to thrive in an evolving landscape. His insights remind us that success in programmatic isn't just about technology — it's about fostering collaboration, embracing change, and building stronger connections within the industry.
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With AI, everyone’s talking about efficiency, scale, and optimization. But at BlackWeek’s "Diverse Data Matters – DE&AI" session, the conversation took a turn — toward the very real blind spots lurking in AI’s algorithms.Â
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