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.
AI Twilio finds businesses overestimate AI chatbot satisfaction by 31% Twilio survey of 4,800 consumers and 457 business leaders shows 90% of organizations believe customers are satisfied with AI, but only 59% of consumers agree.
AI Dutch regulator seeks feedback on AI social scoring prohibition Dutch Data Protection Authority consultation examines implementation challenges for Article 5 AI Act ban, highlighting algorithmic bias risks and discrimination concerns.
Data Apple tightens App Store age controls and data sharing disclosure Apple updated App Store review guidelines on November 13 with new content restrictions, age verification requirements, and enhanced privacy disclosure obligations for developers.
Search Google releases comprehensive guide to responsive search ads optimization Google published a detailed guide explaining how responsive search ads use artificial intelligence to optimize ad performance across diverse search queries.
Video Google terminates over 18,500 channels in Q3 2025 influence operations Google's TAG removes 18,532 YouTube channels across July through September 2025, targeting coordinated influence operations from Russia, China, and seven other countries.
AI Google launches agentic checkout and AI shopping tools for holiday season Google introduces agentic checkout, store-calling AI, and conversational shopping across Search and Gemini app on November 13, 2025, for U.S. holiday shoppers.
Retail Google outlines five strategies for marketers navigating cautious holiday shoppers Google released Holiday Essentials guide showing 61% of shoppers more careful spending, while extended shopping seasons and AI Overviews reshape advertising strategies.
Data IAB Tech Lab opens agentic RTB framework for container-based advertising IAB Tech Lab releases Agentic RTB Framework version 1.0 for public comment, standardizing containerized agent deployment in real-time programmatic advertising.
Data WhatsApp enables third-party messaging in Europe under DMA compliance WhatsApp launches interoperable messaging with BirdyChat and Haiket in Europe, allowing cross-platform chats while maintaining end-to-end encryption under DMA requirements.
