A recent report by iHeartMedia found that 44% of Americans feel overlooked by advertisers, while 67% are frustrated by irrelevant targeted ads following them across platforms. That means brand must pivot, and in-store could be the right fix.
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For many Gen Zers, the idea of a TikTok ban was inconceivable. As of now, President Trump has paused the ban, but there's still some uncertainty about whether the ban will go into full effect.
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Google announced that the company will allow advertisers to target audiences using their IP addresses starting next month. Is it a step towards balancing privacy with advertising effectiveness? Or is it a slippery slope towards invasive tracking?
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Mobile monetization in 2025 looks less like a chaotic rush to capture revenue streams and more like a masterclass in strategy. Apps are getting smarter, users are getting pickier, and competition is getting tighter. To keep up, the industry is leaning into personalization, immersive advertising, and hybrid approaches that cater…
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With TikTok’s future uncertain, media, marketing, and advertising professionals need a new game plan. Calvin Scharffs, VP of Marketing at Orange 142, explores alternative platforms, the role of owned media, and how brands and publishers can future-proof their content strategies.
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As we delve into the key takeaways from CES 2025, it's evident that ad tech is going through a significant transformation, but the industry is no stranger to change. We spoke with industry experts who attended CES, and here's what they had to say.
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The Supreme Court heard oral arguments on the legality of the TikTok ban on Friday, January 10th. Some are warning that the outcome of this case could redefine how governments worldwide address privacy and security threats posed by foreign-owned digital platforms.
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Jeffrey Bustos, VP of the Measurement Addressability Data Center at the IAB, explores the future of retail media with insights on data collaboration, privacy-centric solutions, and evolving measurement techniques. Discover how clean rooms, creator partnerships, and omnichannel strategies will shape the industry’s next phase.
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Ad tech is on the cusp of a major shift. With identity-based tracking under increasing scrutiny and consumers demanding more privacy, the industry is primed for fresh ideas—and Kerel Cooper is leading the charge. As GumGum’s newly minted CMO, he unpacks the future of contextual advertising, curated marketplaces, and DEI, revealing…
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