Sat.Jun 29, 2024 - Fri.Jul 05, 2024

article thumbnail

Ad Spend Growth Slows While Some Usage Stalls: TikTok Stats Since the Ban Threat 

Adweek

Ad spend on TikTok year-over-year has been growing, but that growth has cooled since the threat of a potential U.S. ban was announced in March. However, the platform's user growth, especially among younger people, is flagging, according to data shared by five sources. TikTok's ad spend in March--the month the potential ban was announced--was up.

Ad Tech 344
article thumbnail

Ethical Advertising: Balancing Profit and Responsibility

Ad Rants

Maintaining an ethical approach to advertising is key if you work in marketing. Ethical branding shows that you care about the needs of your audience and take your social responsibility seriously. Utilizing shady marketing techniques -- like manipulative pricing and false claims -- can land you in hot legal water and damage your reputation, too. This is a serious issue if you are marketing a growing brand and are trying to capture a share of the target market for yourself.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

EU says Meta ad model violates Digital Markets Act

Martech

European Union regulators today said Facebook’s parent Meta violated its Digital Markets Act with its “pay or consent” ad model and may face massive fines. In this model, users must either pay to use Meta’s platforms ad-free or consent to their data being processed for personalized advertising. A statement released today said the model does not allow users to exercise their “right to freely consent” to the combination of their personal data.

Marketing 126
article thumbnail

The paradox of lessons

Seth Godin

The people most likely to sign up for coaching or additional learning are the folks who are already good at their craft. “I’m terrible at this,” can lead to, “and I don’t want to be reminded of it.” Or perhaps, “I don’t want to waste their time,” or, “I’m never going to get better.” When it’s possible to get better, embracing mediocrity isn’t a useful strategy.

143
143
article thumbnail

How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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

article thumbnail

Where Are All the Women? Men Overwhelmingly Took the Cannes Stage to Accept Awards

Adweek

At the final awards ceremony of Cannes Lions on Friday, June 21, agency and marketing professionals from around the world took the stage to honor some of advertising's best work. But aside from the glittering trophies and celebrations, something else was on display that night: the industry's gender imbalance. Alltold, an artificial intelligence company with.

Agency 331
article thumbnail

10 Creative Strategies to Elevate Your Brand's Online Presence

Ad Rants

Hey there! Navigating the digital landscape can feel overwhelming. What strategies do you use to make your brand stand out in a competitive market? There are numerous ways of enhancing online presence, from crafting engaging social media posts and optimizing for SEO to improving user experience design. Just picture a brand voice that is so compelling and visuals that are so attractive that the audience has to keep returning for more.

SEO 211

More Trending

article thumbnail

The lazy jugglers

Seth Godin

The best jugglers don’t seem to be trying very hard. That’s because they understand what the work involves, and they don’t confuse effort with results. Some approaches to keep in mind: Focus on the work at hand Don’t take on more than you can handle Establish a spec, and ignore perfection Throws are far more important than catches Devote a significant amount of time to honing your craft Consistently add incremental challenges Frantic leads to more frantic.

141
141
article thumbnail

Kyle MacLachlan Forms a Cult for the Second Coming of Arby’s Potato Cakes

Adweek

In 2021, a great tragedy befell the world: Arby's removed its beloved Potato Cakes from the menu. Three years and thousands of mentions on social media later, they're back--possibly via supernatural influence from the cosmos. In celebration of this momentous occasion, genre king Kyle MacLachlan stars in two comedic videos created by agency Fallon for.

Agency 317
article thumbnail

Adventures Abroad In The Privacy Sandbox

AdExchanger

Apologies to the gentleman sitting beside me minding his own business and quietly reading a book in the departure lounge last week near gate B15 at Nice Côte d’Azur Airport. I may have startled him when I suddenly exclaimed, “Well, would you look at that!” This is what I was reacting to: While waiting for […] The post Adventures Abroad In The Privacy Sandbox appeared first on AdExchanger.

Pop-Up 124
article thumbnail

AI-Driven Predictive Analytics for Cybersecurity

The Ad Tech Blog

AI-driven predictive analytics is revolutionizing the cybersecurity landscape by enabling organizations to anticipate and mitigate threats before they materialize. This article delves into the key aspects of AI predictive analytics in cybersecurity, the challenges faced by the industry, and practical solutions to enhance security measures. Understanding AI-Driven Predictive Analytics Key Points Proactive Threat Detection: AI predictive analytics helps in identifying potential threats before they

article thumbnail

Retail media advertising: How e-commerce is becoming AdTech’s next frontier

what retail media advertising is what a retail media network is how the changes in the privacy landscape benefit retail media networks how retail media network functions market overview of retail media networks

article thumbnail

Plasticity

Seth Godin

It’s pretty easy for some kids to switch gears. They can go from sad to ebullient in seconds, and switch contexts without much fuss. Others have more trouble. As we get older, our natural ability to thrive in a new situation can decrease. But, like a muscle or a skill, it responds to practice. The same is true for organizations. As the world changes faster and faster, it seems clear that organizations that prize plasticity will thrive.

134
134
article thumbnail

What ‘Corporate Pride’ Got Wrong All Along 

Adweek

As a child of the '80s and a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, every June I get a bit nostalgic. I get to observe my LGBTQ+ friends and broader network be a bit more themselves and unabashedly queer. And they do this, consciously or unconsciously, because it's Pride Month and rainbows are popping up.

Pop-Up 317
article thumbnail

Comic: Feeding The Graph

AdExchanger

Happy Independence Day! Stay cool out there, and here’s a deep cut for you with a summery theme. This classic comic first ran in June 2011. The post Comic: Feeding The Graph appeared first on AdExchanger.

Media 119
article thumbnail

Balancing Personalization and Privacy

The Ad Tech Blog

In the advertising and marketing industry, finding the right balance between personalization and privacy is crucial. This article explores how to achieve this balance, providing insights and practical steps for marketing professionals. Understanding Personalization vs Privacy Key Points Personalization enhances customer experience but requires data collection.

article thumbnail

ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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.

article thumbnail

Meaningfully informed

Seth Godin

Community requires individuals to have the option of speaking up. If we’re in this together, we ought to be able to chime in. But while every member of the community can speak out, the ones that are heard also have something useful to say. Being informed is a requirement to be heard. Sometimes, our insight can come from firsthand experience, but it’s most likely that we’ve learned about the issue and the alternatives we face.

Education 133
article thumbnail

5 Stark Stats Showing AI’s Unsustainable Impact

Adweek

The energy required for the surge in artificial intelligence and large language models like ChatGPT is creating a new set of sustainability challenges for brands and agencies. Generative AI is rapidly changing how marketers do their jobs, improving systems and streamlining tedious processes. As the deadlines for corporate net zero targets inch nearer, the use.

Agency 317
article thumbnail

The failsafe approach to building strategic nurture paths

Martech

With intense pressure on marketing teams, capturing and retaining user attention is more competitive than ever. Many B2B marketers focus on generating leads for sales, but the real goal is to create strategic nurture paths that guide potential customers through discovery, trust-building and self-driven conversion. While there are many ways to build a powerful nurturing campaign, everything we’ll unpack here is simply based on what makes the most sense when you put yourself in the end user’

article thumbnail

Inside The Fall Of Oracle’s Advertising Business

AdExchanger

By now, the industry is well aware that Oracle, once the most prominent advertising data seller in market, will shut down its advertising division. It is an ignominious end for Oracle Advertising, a part of the Oracle Data Cloud (ODC) that, at one point, consisted of top players in the category, including Datalogix for offline […] The post Inside The Fall Of Oracle’s Advertising Business appeared first on AdExchanger.

article thumbnail

ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

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.

article thumbnail

Aerodynamic figureheads

Seth Godin

That’s sort of an oxymoron. The original figureheads were carved into the bow of a ship. They exist to express the spirit of the boat and to demonstrate its power and resilience. Here’s an AI recreation of the most famous one: The sailors were wise enough to understand that the purpose of a figurehead isn’t to steer the boat, trim the sails or do much of anything at all.

Shipping 131
article thumbnail

Rebel Creamery Drops Some Truth Bombs in New Ads

Adweek

In this Sophie's Choice situation, the hits just keep coming for a kid named Darren. First he learns that his sister, Sarah, is the apple of his mother's eye, and then his entire world flips upside down with the revelation that Dad isn't really Dad. And all because of Rebel Creamery, whose better-for-you product serves.

Food 317
article thumbnail

Sourcing first-party data for a CDP: Best of the MarTechBot

Martech

Best of the MarTechBot showcases the MarTechBot’s responses to prompts submitted by readers. See more about how marketers are using MarTechBot here. The language model is based on content from MarTech embedded on top of ChatGPT. The editors of MarTech selected this response for its usefulness and have supplemented it with additional relevant content.

MarTech 117
article thumbnail

Instream Or Out? Why It’s So Hard To Accurately Label Video Inventory

AdExchanger

Step aside, made-for-advertising sites. There’s another media quality controversy flaring up in the world of online video. Buy-side pressure is building over how publishers categorize their video inventory. The Trade Desk kicked off a reckoning when it removed support for Yahoo video inventory it claims the publisher mislabeled as instream. Now the industry is questioning […] The post Instream Or Out?

Media 118
article thumbnail

How Intent Data Helps Marketers Convert A-List Accounts

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.

article thumbnail

Software done well

Seth Godin

There are a few tools I use regularly that make me smile, because the craftspeople who made them decided to build something with extra magic and care. By using and paying for well crafted software, we often get far more than we pay for… Ecamm is the tool I use for all my online talks, recordings and meetings. It’s really powerful, so it’ll take some time to get good at it, but the responsiveness and support of the company is terrific.

129
129
article thumbnail

Plant-Based Brand Field Roast Agrees With Charli XCX That It’s ‘Brat Summer’

Adweek

The success of English singer songwriter Charli XCX's sixth album, Brat, has led fans to declare that it's "Brat summer" and start dressing the part. Plant-based sausage brand Field Roast was quick to tap into the buzz, promoting its bratwurst with a campaign from creative and media agency No Fixed Address. The effort kicked off.

Agency 312
article thumbnail

Yahoo DSP Does it Again: Hits the Bullseye With Yahoo Creative

Ad Monsters

With Yahoo Creative, advertisers can use real-time insights to hone in on their creativity and develop more relevant ads. The only thing consistent in advertising is change, and the keys to thriving amongst the recurring shifts are innovation, adaptability, and a deep understanding of client needs. Yahoo Creative, under the leadership of Tony Gemma, embodies these principles.

Cookies 115
article thumbnail

How Old-School Retailers Like Academy Are Getting Hip And Adapting To Digital-First Sales

AdExchanger

Hey Readers, Welcome back to the AdExchanger Commerce Media newsletter. This week, we’ll do a quick dive into a brick-and-mortar business in transition. Academy Sports and Outdoors, a sporting goods chain founded in 1938, is trying to get trendy. Its camping business is growing on the strength of Yeti and Stanley, a drinkware brand with […] The post How Old-School Retailers Like Academy Are Getting Hip And Adapting To Digital-First Sales appeared first on AdExchanger.

Retail 116
article thumbnail

Solving the Biggest Tech Challenges in RevOps

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.

article thumbnail

Cat and mouse games

Seth Godin

I hope that most of us would agree that driving 50 mph in a school zone where little kids cross the street is a significant safety problem. The speed limit is there for good reason, and if you selfishly and recklessly blow through the crosswalk, you ought to get a summons. Municipalities can now hire a service that uses an automated speed camera to find the scofflaws and issue summonses directly, without the random luck of getting away with it as a factor.

127
127
article thumbnail

Truly Funny or Just Ad Funny? Comedians Assess Cannes Lions Humor Winners

Adweek

Comedy is a powerful marketing tool, and many ad world mavens have long understood its intrinsic value as a clutter buster, brand builder and attention grabber.

Marketing 312
article thumbnail

Only 48% of UK Publishers are Actively Preparing for the Cookieless Future – New Teads’ Study Finds 

Exchange Wire

The transition to a cookieless digital landscape has already taken significant strides, despite the delay in Google's phase-out of third-party cookies. With 45% of global web traffic now cookieless on Teads’ SSP, publishers, and advertisers are navigating uncharted territory. This [.] The post Only 48% of UK Publishers are Actively Preparing for the Cookieless Future – New Teads’ Study Finds appeared first on ExchangeWire.com.

Cookies 110
article thumbnail

This Startup Is Serving Up A Cocktail Of CTV And DOOH

AdExchanger

BarBoards, an Austin-based startup that launched in February, is the latest DOOH tech platform hoping to win TV ad dollars by running ads on screens in restaurants and bars. The post This Startup Is Serving Up A Cocktail Of CTV And DOOH appeared first on AdExchanger.

115
115
article thumbnail

Drive GTM Efficiency with Tech Stack Consolidation

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.