For decades, the Robinson-Patman Act (RPA) sat dormant, almost to the point of irrelevance. That changed in December 2024, when the FTC filed a lawsuit against Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits. It may signal a broader reckoning with how power is wielded in retail media today.
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The traditional boundaries between DSPs and SSPs are becoming increasingly blurred. Many companies are playing in both camps, serving both the demand and the supply side with equally robust offerings. Here are three key strategies that will enable them to ride the wave, rather than sink beneath it.
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This week, we’re dissecting the IAB's 2025 State of Data Report, which highlights the transformative impact of generative AI on digital media and the online advertising industry. Publishers can use generative AI to build media plans, generate audience segments, select media partners, and create customized sales packages.
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For Women’s History Month, AdMonsters is excited to share the viewpoints of 44 women leaders in ad tech about what it’s like to be a part of the industry, advice for the next generation, and how best to use your voice to find success on your terms.
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Floor pricing in ad tech isn’t as simple as it seems. Dive into why transparency around dynamic floors matters, what’s driving SSP practices, and how publishers and buyers can reclaim clarity in the auction.
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We’ve seen a whirlwind of activity from the new Trump administration, and one can be forgiven for missing essential developments. But, one trend that may be very problematic for ad ops teams in the months ahead is the federal government’s decision to pull back on cyber security.
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Scope3 recently launched Brand Standards, an AI-driven brand safety solution. Advertisers can use the tool to create AI agents to assess content suitability based on specific brand values, blocking unsuitable content in real time.
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Traditional data is backward-looking, analyzing content performance only after it has been tested against an algorithm, making it an inadequate tool for anticipating trends. Quantitative data highlights past behaviors, while qualitative insights help marketers understand the motivations behind them.
Read MoreHey @{First Name}@,“I’m a survivor, I’m not gon’ give up, I’m not gon’ stop, I’m gon’ work harder…” Destiny’s Child turned a challenge into an anthem, and for media owners, the fight is just as real. AI search is siphoning publisher traffic, and federal DEI rollbacks could shake up ad…
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AdMonsters’ Sell Side Summit laid bare the tensions—and opportunities—that will define 2025. Can buyers and sellers find common ground, or is this industry stuck in a perpetual playoff series?
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