Social commerce is nearing a critical inflection point in Western markets, while continuing its rapid climb in APAC. We take a look at the growth trajectory of this new commerce channel, as well as how brands can leverage a wealth [...]

On today’s news digest: Netflix Attracted 9.3 Million New Subscribers in Q1; X Loses Another Major Ad Partner; TikTok Notes Photo App Available in Australia and Canada  The introduction of Netflix’s ad-supported streaming plans helped attract 9.3 million new subscribers, which [...]

We’re now one quarter in from Google removing tracking cookies from 1% of Chrome browsers, (around 300 million users) having cookies removed, and depreciation is set to continue steadily until autumn 2024. In that time, Google’s Privacy Sandbox, the final phase [...]

With the aim to curtail the unchecked dominance of big tech firms and foster a more equitable space, the DMA has stirred both apprehension and optimism within the ad tech industry. We take a look at some of the intricacies [...]

The world of audio ads is evolving fast, turbo-charged by programmatic tech. We're breaking down the latest trends, the journey so far, and future predictions, with some exclusive insights from industry experts. Considering the success programmatic has seen across a myriad [...]

In association with Kevel In the ever-evolving landscape of retail and ecommerce, one thing is quite clear: to compete with Amazon, the industry must embrace programmatic retail media (PRM). PRM holds the key to unlocking these unprecedented opportunities. At the heart [...]

Hypercasual to hardcore, the gaming market is experiencing explosive growth. We take a look at what this means for in-game advertising. Gaming is estimated to reach an overall value of $300bn (~£237bn) globally before the decade is out. In the US [...]

The importance of safeguarding brand reputation within the complex web of online advertising has never been more critical. Jerry Daykin, a seasoned brand-side marketer with a career spanning roles at Diageo, GSK, and Mondelēz, delves into the challenges and opportunities [...]

Are we witnessing the golden age of programmatic advertising in MENA? Programmatic’s foray into the Middle East and North Africa presents a unique blend of opportunities and challenges. This evolution is propelled by a confluence of factors: groundbreaking tech advancements, a [...]

PubMatic, an independent technology company delivering digital advertising’s supply chain of the future, has today (21st February, 2024) announced its partnership with Vevo, the world’s leading music video network. The collaboration will allow for an accelerated phase of programmatic CTV [...]