Audio SiriusXM expands golf content with live TGL broadcast partnership SiriusXM to provide live coverage of tech-enhanced TGL golf league matches featuring Tiger Woods and PGA TOUR stars.
Retail Criteo names former Dentsu executive as CEO amid retail media transformation Michael Komasinski to lead Criteo starting February 15 as the adtech firm faces challenges in retail media and cookie deprecation.
Search Travel blogger loses 40% traffic after Google changes spark industry crisis Award-winning travel blogger Amanda Williams reveals how recent Google algorithm changes and AI adoption threaten independent digital publishing.
AI Artificial intelligence providers adopt contrasting news licensing strategies Google partners with AP for real-time news while OpenAI faces lawsuit, highlighting divergent approaches to AI news integration.
AI US patent office unveils comprehensive artificial intelligence strategy for 2025 The USPTO releases strategy focused on fostering AI innovation, leveraging technology responsibly, and empowering future development.
Display Swiss media watchdog warns of platform companies' growing power over democracy Federal commission calls for new measures to address market dominance and opinion-shaping influence of tech platforms.
Search Competition watchdog launches strategic investigation into Google Search dominance UK's CMA to assess Google Search market power and potential new rules under Digital Markets Act as search advertising hits £15bn.
Video Comcast unveils cross-publisher advertising platform for premium video market Major media companies join Comcast's Universal Ads platform to simplify premium video advertising for marketers of all sizes.
AI Legal experts warn AI terms of service may prove unenforceable in court New research shows licensing restrictions on AI models face significant legal hurdles, casting doubt on tech firms' control.
AI California requires licensed physicians to supervise AI use in healthcare Legal advisory details new requirements and restrictions for artificial intelligence systems in medical settings.
Retail Featured Walmart unveils updated brand identity in major refresh after 73 years Walmart announces comprehensive brand refresh focusing on new typography, color palette and digital-first approach.
Data Microsoft Clarity adds Google Ads data analysis to behavioral analytics tools New integration combines advertising metrics with user behavior tracking for detailed campaign insights.
Data Google faces sanctions motion over systematic deletion of chat messages in antitrust case State plaintiffs allege Google deliberately destroyed millions of chat messages to avoid discovery in ongoing ad tech litigation.
AI Local chatbot capabilities arrive for web applications, reducing data privacy concerns WebLLM and new browser APIs enable offline-capable chatbots that keep sensitive data on users' devices while maintaining functionality.
DOOH Featured T-Mobile acquires Vistar Media's DOOH system in strategic $600 million deal Major acquisition consolidates digital out-of-home content management capabilities with T-Mobile's data infrastructure.
Data Politico achieves 99.6% ad trafficking accuracy through GeoEdge partnership Global news outlet Politico implements automated ad quality control system, reaching near-perfect trafficking accuracy in six months.
Audio NFL podcast expansion reaches four-year milestone with iHeartMedia partnership renewal National Football League and iHeartMedia extend successful podcast network, launching new shows and growing original content lineup for 2025.
Social Reddit Pro launches keyword tracking tool to enhance business insights Search engines rank Reddit as 6th most searched term globally, as platform introduces Pro Trends for business analytics
Display Magnite and Playwire forge programmatic alliance for premium ad formats New partnership aims to streamline digital advertising supply chain through high-impact creative formats and programmatic delivery.
Video GumGum launches new video ad integration with Fuse Media for diverse audiences Partnership aims to enhance multicultural ad engagement through contextual video technology launched on January 7, 2025.
Search Google updates global gambling ad policies following Nigerian court ruling Recent Supreme Court decision prompts changes to Google Ads policies, affecting online gambling advertising in Nigeria.
Data Amazon introduces SQL generator for Marketing Cloud to streamline data analysis New AI tool helps advertisers create SQL queries using natural language to analyze marketing data across channels.
Audio Blubrry Podcasting unveils commission-based model for podcast monetization Partnership with CodeADX introduces new revenue structure allowing podcasters to earn up to 25% commission on listener purchases.
Social LinkedIn adds advanced attribution and lead optimization features LinkedIn unveils four major updates to its advertising platform, including data-driven attribution and qualified leads optimization tools.
Retail Microsoft introduces first-party data solutions for retailers Microsoft Advertising launches Curate for Commerce and Sponsored Promotions by Brands to help retailers monetize first-party data.
