Big Tech companies are increasingly creating “walled gardens” — closed ecosystems that control user’s access to information. Google’s new AI search assistant is the latest example, designed to provide quick, summarized answers to search queries. While this feature improves the user experience, it also poses new challenges for businesses and marketers. What is Google’s AI […]
Targeted digital advertising is essential for getting the most out of your marketing efforts. This July, we’re zeroing in on four key audience groups: back-to-school shoppers, soccer fans, college football fans, and teachers. With the school year kicking off in August and the Premier League and college football seasons starting soon, now is the perfect […]
Consumer privacy is a critical aspect of every marketer’s advertising strategy, and with new legislation on the horizon, businesses are facing significant changes. Starting this July, new state privacy laws in Vermont, Oregon, Texas, Montana, and Florida will introduce strict requirements for opt-in consent and place a greater emphasis on ethical data protection practices. In […]
This June, we’re focusing on four first-party custom audiences that present unique opportunities for digital advertisers: cannabis buyers, fitness enthusiasts, online sportsbook players, and active investors. Understanding and effectively targeting these diverse groups is essential for maximizing the impact of your digital advertising efforts. By tailoring your campaigns to the specific needs and behaviors of […]
Mass market solutions and platforms built for the biggest budgets won’t cut it for brands that need to granularly target actual people as cost-effectively as possible. Soon, only crumbs will be left in the ad tech cookie jar. All the bakers are shutting down. A few attempts were made to produce a product that was […]
In a move that has reverberated across the digital landscape, Google has announced its plan to phase out third-party cookies on Chrome, marking a significant departure from the longstanding practice of employing cookies to track users’ online activities. Google claims this decision arose from its commitment to enhancing privacy and security for its users, amidst […]
As more advertisers have been learning, targeting actual, interested people with your ad content has quickly become the holy grail of effective advertising. It’s no longer about flooding the market with your message; but instead about reaching that one individual who will resonate with your message and initiate the kind of engagement that, in turn, […]
The ever-growing gap between ad exposure and tangible business outcomes has long been a tough challenge, with 74% of marketers reporting that they cannot measure or report how their marketing efforts directly impact their business. Most traditional metrics, like clicks and impressions, only offer a vague measure of success and are of little help. This […]
Marketers are finally coming to terms with the fact that they can’t have their cookies and eat them too. Big Tech has begun maneuvering to escape the crosshairs of regulators, lawmakers, and privacy advocates alike, beginning with Google’s announcement that they will be disabling third-party cookies in 1% of global Chrome users. Good riddance. In […]
If there’s one thing most marketers can agree on, it’s that true success hinges on creating campaigns that will genuinely resonate with actual people, and that it’s much more than just numbers and dollar signs. With the average consumer having a total of 16 connected devices, it’s important to reach actual people where they’re most […]
