As artificial intelligence reshapes the ad-marketing landscape, it revolutionizes data-driven decision-making, enhances creative processes, and paves the way for predictive analytics. In this article, Christena Garduno, CEO of Media Culture explores how AI's integration drives efficiency and personalization while keeping the human touch at the forefront of meaningful customer interactions.
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The AI race is sticky and has hurdles that could trip even the most seasoned publisher. Despite regulatory and ethical hurdles, many publishers still see the tech as essential for crossing the finish line. Publishers leverage AI to streamline workflows, generate audience-relevant content, and advance their ad and rev ops goals.
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Curators play a growing role in the ad ecosystem, but what does that mean for publishers? Jeremy Gan, SVP of Revenue & Data Operations at Daily Mail, breaks down how curators operate, their financial models, and the challenges publishers face in maximizing their revenue while maintaining control over their inventory.
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Political ad spending for the 2024 election cycle came in around $10.5 billion, but with this influx now dried up, media consultant Matthew Goldstein’s warning of an “extinction-level event” looms over the media sector.
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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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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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