Search Ecosia launches European search index in France Ecosia begins delivering independent search results through joint venture with Qwant to reduce European dependency on U.S. search providers.
Display Teads cuts 15% of workforce after $900 million merger Company projects $40M in cost savings in 2025 as integration challenges slow growth expectations.
AI Google tests AI-powered finance platform with advanced research tools Google Finance receives AI capabilities, charting tools, and real-time data feeds in comprehensive platform redesign
Retail Trump signs executive order targeting banking industry discrimination Banking regulations face overhaul as merchants welcome action against payment network dominance.
Search Microsoft expands Bing Webmaster Tools data capabilities to 24 months Microsoft enhances Search Performance with extended historical data, device filters, and country breakdowns.
Video Amazon announces eight fall films for Prime Video and theaters Amazon MGM Studios reveals diverse content slate spanning October through December with theatrical and streaming releases targeting advertising opportunities.
AI Grindr unveils Grindr AI platform Dating app introduces three-layer AI architecture potentially transforming LGBTQ+ marketing approaches.
Display AppLovin reports 77% revenue growth in second quarter 2025 Mobile advertising company achieves $1.26 billion revenue while selling gaming division for $400 million.
Video RTL Group digital advertising surges 27% amid streaming transformation European media giant's digital ad revenue jumps to €230 million while traditional TV advertising falls 6.9% in H1 2025.
AI Elon Musk warns OpenAI will eat Microsoft alive as GPT-5 launches Musk predicts OpenAI dominance over Microsoft following GPT-5 integration across Copilot and Azure platforms.
Video Coinbase musical ad rejected for UK broadcast ignites industry debate Coinbase's satirical UK ad rejected by Clearcast over missing crypto risk warnings sparks widespread social media discussion and industry analysis.
Search Yelp launches Local Co-branded Showcase Ads for national brands Platform enables companies without physical locations to spotlight local business partners.
Search Yelp delivers record revenue with 4% growth as AI initiatives gain momentum Services advertising drives record $370 million quarterly revenue despite macroeconomic uncertainties.
Video Trade Desk shares plummet 27% despite strong Q2 performance Trade Desk delivered robust quarterly results but faces investor skepticism over future growth trajectory and competitive pressures in programmatic advertising sector.
Video Trade Desk reports strong Q2 growth as new CFO steps in Programmatic advertising platform delivers 19% revenue growth while announcing leadership transition effective August 21.
Social Pinterest delivers 17% revenue growth with record user base Platform reaches 578 million monthly active users as advertising business demonstrates momentum across all regions.
AI BuzzFeed warns of AI search impact on digital advertising Major publisher cites Google's AI Overviews as threat to traffic and revenue model.
AI Google releases updated Perch AI model for bioacoustic conservation Google releases improved Perch AI to help scientists protect endangered species through advanced audio analysis technology.
AI WPP cuts workforce Global advertising giant reduces headcount by 7,000 as financial pressures mount.
Display Google Ads API enforces new EU political advertising declarations Google introduces mandatory self-declaration fields for campaigns ahead of European political advertising ban.
Search Google wraps up Performance Max feature rollouts in 2025 Google announces latest Performance Max enhancements including campaign controls and expanded reporting capabilities.
Retail 73% of U.S. shoppers say advertising drives back-to-school purchases New survey reveals how advertising influences back-to-school shopping across six countries with peak timing insights.
Audio Nielsen partners with Edison Research to integrate podcast data into media planning tool Nielsen Podcast Fusion powered by Edison Research integrates podcast metrics into Nielsen Media Impact for unified cross-platform media planning across TV, radio, digital and social.
AI Mediavine launches petition demanding AI copyright protections Company urges Copyright Office to reject "wait and see" approach as 17,000 publishers face AI content exploitation.
AI OpenAI launches GPT-5 with unified reasoning system Company releases new model with dual processing architecture and advanced thinking capabilities.
