Adweek
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Brian Stelter has re-entered the chat. The TVNewser founder and founder of CNN's Reliable Sources newsletter is returning to the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned news network in a new role as Chief Media Analyst. Stelter announced his new gig on his always-active thread on X, formerly known as Twitter. [link] Stelter's time at CNN was cut.
Martech
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
We’ve come to the end of my series, “Decoding generative AI: A marketer’s guide to text-based and visual AI content.” Because this series focused on generative AI and content, I asked AI assistant Claude Sonnet to help co-create this article with me. I instructed it to use my voice and supplied all the previous posts in this series for reference.
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Seth Godin
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
The marketing consultant told the client that they have to post three times a day on LinkedIn. “It doesn’t matter if it’s good.” The SEO consultant explained that the website had to be loaded with keywords, and that a big budget needed to be set aside to develop inbound links. And the job seeker is instructed to make sure that the resume is AI-friendly and checks every possible box.
The Ad Tech Blog
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Building trust and accountability in remote teams is crucial for maintaining productivity and fostering innovation. This article explores strategies to achieve these goals, particularly for individuals in leadership roles within the ad tech sector. Understanding Trust and Accountability in Remote Work Key Points Clear communication is essential for building trust.
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
Adweek
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Incentive programs between large media companies and agencies continue to lead to poor advertising decisions and less transparency for smaller clients, 10 sources from agencies, brands, and publishers told ADWEEK. In these programs, the buyer gets perks like discounts or cash back in exchange for agreeing to invest in a particular media product. There is.
Martech
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The customer journey for B2B software is long and complex for everything but the most basic, inexpensive products. Regardless of the complexity of the product or process, it’s safe to say most B2B SaaS buyers want to see the product in action before they invest. In response, vendors have several strategies to get the product in front of prospects. Free trials: Users try the software for a limited number of days.
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illumin
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Back to school season has returned and so too have some of the most upbeat and wholesome ads of the year. This year brings fun and energizing campaigns from brands both big and small. Familiar faces are back for the 2024 return to school – including ads from Macy’s and Target. Amazon is also working hard to cement itself as a top back to school contender.
Adweek
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The financial news publisher The Wall Street Journal is offering advertisers a performance guarantee, timed to the upcoming U.S. presidential election, to dissuade them from pausing their ad campaigns during the period. The guarantee, which is offered in collaboration with the attention vendor Adelaide, will be effective for impressions measured between Oct. 15 and Nov.
Martech
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
On Monday, Google and the Justice Department will begin their second antitrust trial of the year. The tech giant lost the last case , which was about monopolistic practices in online search. Now the DOJ is accusing the company of using its adtech to create a monopoly. That trial begins Monday. “Having inserted itself into all aspects of the digital advertising marketplace, Google has used anticompetitive, exclusionary, and unlawful means to eliminate or severely diminish any threat to its domina
Seth Godin
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
Here’s a useful habit that’s more than a hack… The next time things are going well, when a project is about to launch, when a meeting has been successful, when the sun is shining… take your phone and go for a walk. Hit record on an audio app and make a twenty-minute audiobook. Talk about what you know, what you see, what you hope for.
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AdExchanger
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Here’s a sign attention measurement is reaching maturity: Certification is coming. The Media Rating Council (MRC) and the IAB’s Attention Measurement Task Force are launching a joint effort to accredit attention measurement vendors. The IAB announced the initiative in a memo sent to task force members last week that was shared with AdExchanger. The initiative […] The post Scoop: IAB And MRC To Collaborate On Attention Measurement Accreditation appeared first on AdExchanger.
Adweek
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
ADWEEK has exclusively learned that Omnicom Media Group and WPP have won Amazon's media review. "After a comprehensive advertising agency review for our consumer business, we've chosen to partner with OMG and WPP," Amazon spokesperson Margaret Callahan said in a statement. The accounts will be split by geography, with OMG handling the work in the.
Martech
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Google rolled out a significant update to Google Analytics 4 ( GA4 ), allowing users to compare their performance with other businesses in their industry. Why we care: This new feature will provide valuable context for advertisers trying to understand their performance relative to their peers, potentially informing strategic decisions and goal-setting.
Seth Godin
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
Solo mediocrity is rampant, of course. We know that toasting the bread before making the sandwich makes it more delicious, but in service of convenience and speed, we skip a step. It becomes a conspiracy when more than one of us is involved. The freelancer who offers cheap and ordinary work finds customers who willingly engage with them. The small company that gets worn down by the constant pressure to simply do a bit less and care a bit less, and decides to follow the mass market where it seems
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In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.
Chief Martech
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
How do you know you’re at the peak of a Hype Cycle? When means outweigh ends. Martech professionals and marketing ops leaders are being driven to apply AI in marketing — use it for something, anything! — with the belief that automating and accelerating things with AI, especially with generative AI, must produce beneficial outcomes. It reminds me of the old joke about the overly-optimistic kid excitedly digging through a giant pile of horse manure, “There must be a pony in here somewh
Adweek
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Disney has found itself in the middle of another major TV carriage dispute, but this rift goes deeper into the world of streaming and TV than you might expect. Recently, Disney's carriage dispute with satellite giant DirecTV kicked into high gear, with many of the House of Mouse's channels, including ABC and ESPN, being pulled.
Martech
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
Mobile gaming ads are becoming more playable, and mobile campaigns longer and possibly more sophisticated. These are the key takeaways from a recent mobile gaming ad industry survey by mobile ad platform Mintegral. U.S. growth. The U.S., the world’s highest-ranking country in advertiser volume, saw modest growth over the last year. U.S. mobile gaming ad spend increased 0.46%, according to Mintegral’s new report, “State of Media Buying in H1 2024.
AdExchanger
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
What do Hercule Poirot, Ben Bernanke, Star Wars and C.S. Lewis have in common? If you’re an ad tech nerd, you’ll know the answer immediately. They all served as inspiration for the code names associated with different internal Google projects that came to light as part of the DOJ’s ad-tech-focused antitrust lawsuit against Google. The […] The post Project Cheat Sheet: A Rundown On All Of Google’s Secret Internal Projects, As Revealed By The DOJ appeared first on AdExchanger.
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Shifting to an account-based marketing (ABM) strategy can be both exciting and challenging. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running? Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process.
Seth Godin
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Perfect is useful. It’s an absolute measure, a north star, a chance to improve our work. But it’s also a shortcut to persistent dissatisfaction. Compared to perfect is helpful when we’re creating something. But it’s also worth noting that perfect is unattainable. What’s on offer is never perfect, but what’s on offer might be exactly what we need right now.
Adweek
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
The Kansas City Chiefs may have won the kickoff game against the Baltimore Ravens on NBC and Peacock, but the NFL also came out on top as a winner with ratings. Viewership for the NFL kickoff game on Thursday averaged 48.9 million, according to AdImpact. The data found that the game reached a peak audience.
Martech
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Google Ads launched advanced “Performance Planner” plans, now including tailored strategies for YouTube campaigns, focusing on demand gen for both Action and Awareness goals. Why we care. The new plans allow advertisers to better align their full marketing strategy with campaign goals, offering customizable options for budget, ad format, buying method, and campaign objectives—whether aiming for conversions or building brand awareness.
AdExchanger
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Enjoy this weekly comic strip from AdExchanger.com that highlights the digital advertising ecosystem … The post Comic: Court Is In Session appeared first on AdExchanger.
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One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.
Seth Godin
AUGUST 31, 2024
Without salt, human beings don’t survive long. But it’s possible to eat for a month without tasting an herb. The food will sustain you. Herbs are an expensive non-obvious addition, while also being a bargain if the goal is to create delight, interest or satisfaction. As we digitize our interactions, the first thing to go are the herbs. We strip away anything that’s not obviously functional.
Adweek
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Chris Cillizza has a new home on Scripps News. The former CNN editor at large is joining the Atlanta-based outlet as a political contributor. He'll appear on programs across Scripps networks. "I'm a big fan of what Scripps is building--fair-minded and smart coverage of American politics," Cillizza said in a statement. "I look forward to.
Martech
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Salesforce announced Thursday it signed a definitive agreement to acquire Own Company for $1.9 billion in cash. Own, which provides data protection and data management solutions, will help Salesforce accelerate the growth of its Platform Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance products, the company said in a release. The two companies are not strangers to each other.
AdExchanger
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Artificial intelligence is often incorrectly touted as a one-size-fits-all solution to any problem. But Omnicom’s new generative AI virtual assistant, Omni Assist, is narrowing AI’s focus to solve for specific agency challenges. The post How Omnicom’s AI Virtual Assistant Does The Campaign Grunt Work For Planters appeared first on AdExchanger.
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In this eBook, we’ll run through real-world examples that show how RevOps teams can benefit from modern solutions for the access, management, and activation of their GTM data. Whether you need to improve lead response times, boost adoption of core tools, improve lead qualification, or target and automate your GTM motions, you’ll find examples of how revenue teams are solving some of the toughest problems in modern business.
Seth Godin
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
… is almost as difficult as empathy up close. That person that’s not like you, from way over there, the one that’s on the other team–it’s hard to imagine what they’re dealing with. They don’t believe what you believe, they haven’t experienced what you’ve experienced. And the person right next to you, the one you’re sure you know so well–they are also dealing with a story and a situation that you can only guess at.
Adweek
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
In this episode of the Brave Commerce podcast, hosts Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter are joined by Parbinder Dhariwal, vp and general manager of CVS Media Exchange (CMX), to explore the distinctive approach CVS takes to the rapidly evolving retail media landscape. Dhariwal discusses how CMX leverages CVS' extensive loyalty program to differentiate itself from.
Martech
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
“At the moment, I feel like the industry has stalled; there’s not much innovation happening because everyone is waiting to see what Google does.” That was Amit Kotecha, CMO at digital advertising , audience insights and measurement platform Quantcast, talking to us back in May of this year. It turns out that three months is a lifetime in adtech.
AdExchanger
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
With all the drama swirling around Chrome’s now-scrapped plans to deprecate third-party cookies, it’s easy to forget that the fate of Google’s mobile advertising ID (GAID) still hangs in the balance. But Google hasn’t shared a concrete timeline for GAID deprecation, and so mobile marketers are under pressure to get acclimated to the Android Privacy […] The post AppsFlyer And Unity Integrate With The Android Privacy Sandbox To Avoid Another ATT-Style Disaster appeared first on AdExchanger.
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Consolidating your tech stack is an effective cost-saving measure that drives GTM efficiency and adds value to your enterprise. With a cohesive, integrated tech stack, your revenue teams can deliver an excellent customer experience that sets you up to win faster than your competitors.
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