AI Microsoft adds image animation and performance tracking to Copilot AI tools Microsoft Advertising Platform expands Copilot capabilities with image animation for video creation and performance comparison analysis on November 17, 2025.
Data Google activates privacy controls in Delaware and Oregon via GPC signals Google AdSense implements Global Privacy Control for Delaware and Oregon users, triggering Restricted Data Processing mode starting November 17, 2025.
Data German regulator approves Microsoft 365 for GDPR compliance Hessian data protection authority concludes Microsoft 365 cloud services can operate within GDPR requirements after three-year negotiation process addressing key concerns.
Retail Open-source tool automates high-volume image cropping for advertisers Developer releases Python tool combining YOLO, DETR, and RT-DETR object detection models to process thousands of advertising images without human intervention.
Audio Spotify launches AI-powered audiobook summaries to reduce listening friction Streaming platform introduces Audiobook Recaps on November 13, delivering tailored summaries for listeners without requiring narrator consent or creative input.
AI Digital accessibility drives business growth as AI adoption accelerates Research reveals 75% of organizations link digital accessibility to improved revenue while 82% now incorporate AI tools into accessibility strategies.
AI Salesforce acquires Doti to advance enterprise search capabilities Salesforce signed a definitive agreement to acquire enterprise search startup Doti, strengthening its AI infrastructure in Israel and accelerating unified search development.
Data Microsoft Clarity highlights five analytics strategies for Black Friday Real-time monitoring, heatmaps, funnel tracking, segmentation, and campaign comparison features address e-commerce challenges during peak shopping period.
Data IAS earns MRC accreditation for third-party Amazon DSP measurement Integral Ad Science receives Media Rating Council certification for server-to-server measurement of Amazon DSP impressions, viewability, and invalid traffic metrics.
Audio Spotify adjusts shuffle algorithm to reduce song repetition Spotify announced November 13 changes to its shuffle feature that prioritize recent listening history over pure randomness to minimize repeated tracks.
Audio Spotify brings monetization program to Nordic creators Spotify extends its Partner Program to four Nordic countries on November 18, providing podcast creators with dual revenue streams through video content.
Data Apple launches Digital ID using U.S. passports for airport verification Apple on November 12, 2025 introduced Digital ID functionality that allows users to create identification credentials in Apple Wallet using U.S. passport information for TSA checkpoint verification at airports.
AI Amazon Business launches AI assistant for organizational purchasing Amazon Business introduces conversational AI tools powered by Amazon Bedrock to help organizations automate routine tasks and discover cost-saving opportunities.
Data Similarweb posts eighth straight positive cash flow quarter in Q3 Digital intelligence company reports $71.8M revenue with 11% growth, 6,127 customers, and $268M in remaining performance obligations as GenAI products gain traction.
Data German court permits telecoms to share customer data with SCHUFA for fraud Federal Court of Justice rules telecommunications companies can transmit positive customer data to SCHUFA credit bureau under GDPR fraud prevention provisions.
Retail Google expands shipping policy options for online merchants Google introduces new Search Console configuration and structured data markup for merchants to share shipping policies without Merchant Center accounts.
Search Google Search Central Live returns to Zurich in December 2025 Google schedules December 9 event at Europaallee office featuring Search Console team and Lightning Talks, with applications closing November 19.
Data IAB Tech Lab opens agentic framework and on-device AI for publishers IAB Tech Lab releases Agentic RTB Framework v1.0 for public comment on November 12 while Verve emphasizes on-device cohort modeling as privacy-compliant solution.
AI 72% of marketers plan more AI use but only 45% feel ready Survey of 3,169 marketers shows 72% plan AI adoption growth while only 45% feel confident applying it, revealing major readiness challenges in advertising.
Audio iHeartMedia and TikTok launch creator podcast network with 25 shows iHeartMedia partners with TikTok to launch podcast network featuring up to 25 creator-hosted shows, national radio channel, and live event integrations.
AI Featured Advertising platforms merge behind AI agents as infrastructure scramble intensifies Amazon, Google, and IAB Tech Lab accelerate autonomous campaign tools while publishers face measurement challenges from bot-like agentic traffic flooding platforms.
AI Swivel launches agentic transactions for programmatic advertising Swivel debuts agentic transaction system for programmatic advertising with partnerships across SpringServe, FreeWheel, Publica, and Kevel platforms.
Social Facebook Marketplace introduces AI features and collaborative shopping tools Meta announces social features, AI-powered insights, and inventory expansion on Facebook Marketplace on November 13, 2025, targeting 25% of young adult users.
Data Amazon rebrands Project Kuiper as Amazon Leo for satellite internet service Amazon announced November 13 its Project Kuiper satellite network will now be called Amazon Leo, with 150+ satellites in orbit and customer deployments beginning.
AI NotebookLM adds deep research and expanded file support NotebookLM introduces automated deep research capabilities and support for Google Sheets, Word documents, and additional file formats.
