On today's podcast episode, we discuss what its like to grow up with artificial intelligence, where Gen Z are spending most of their media time, and how best to target these young folks with ads. "In Other News," we talk about the LGBTQ+ consumer and how represented US Hispanic consumers are in ad budgets. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Paola Flores-Marquez.
Meta monetizes Messenger: Brands can now send messages to consumers who opt in, encroaching on SMS messaging platforms' value proposition.
To keep loyalty members engaged, brands must focus on what customers want, offer smart rewards, and keep tweaking their programs. For example, Victoria’s Secret built a special community in its app, while Vitamin Shoppe added multiple tiers and benefits after careful planning.
TikTok proves social search is here to stay: Its new image search function capitalizes on a shift from traditional discovery methods.
iOS 18 to feature RCS, at long last: Apple's update will boosts cross-platform messaging—and benefit marketers with richer customer interactions.
Following nearly 25% growth in 2023, US game ad revenues will total $8.59 billion this year, a growth of 6.7% over 2023, per our March 2024 forecast.
It’s integrating genAI features into several products while making Siri smarter with access to GPT-4o. The ecosystem advantage promises privacy and personalization.
Airlines have a lucrative advertising opportunity: United Airlines is capitalizing on its robust user location data to introduce ads in-flight and in its app.
Google’s I/O showcases bold AI integration across products: The announcements show its marketplace strength but it’ll need an effective monetization strategy to beat the competition.
Two-thirds of US smartphone users will use shopping/retail apps by 2025, according to our forecast. As the competition for consumer dollars heats up, mobile apps can help retailers reach a more engaged audience and enable a more omnichannel shopping experience.
Controversial Apple ad leads to rare apology: Bold campaigns are fine; alienating your core audience of creatives is not.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss how Meta could take the GenAI space by storm, the likelihood that rapid AI development and deployment backfires, and how advertisers are viewing Threads as it approaches its first birthday. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Jasmine Enberg.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what happens now that the TikTok ban bill has been signed into law, whether AI is ready to significantly change search, the likelihood that Threads ads will be a hit, what social commerce's ceiling will be, the WNBA and the sports gender pay gap, and more. Tune into the discussion with analysts Jasmine Enberg, Minda Smiley, and Max Willens.
The TikTok ban is coming after all: President Biden signed a bill that gives ByteDance the rest of the year to find a buyer or withdraw from the US entirely.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss the unofficial list of the most interesting retailers for the month of April. Each month, our analysts Arielle Feger, Becky Schilling, and Sara Lebow (aka The Committee) put together a very unofficial list of the top eight retailers they're watching based on which are making the most interesting moves: Who's launching new initiatives? Which partnerships are moving the needle? Which standout marketing campaigns are being created? In this month's episode, Committee members Arielle Feger and Sara Lebow will defend their list against vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian and analyst Blake Droesch, who will dispute the power rankings by attempting to move retailers up, down, on, or off the list.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss why Amazon is pulling back from "Just Walk Out" technology, how the Atlantic magazine turned things around, what will ignite TV shopping, whether LinkedIn testing TikTok-like videos is a good move, what science says about how to be happy, and more. Tune into the discussion with vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian, analyst Evelyn Mitchell-Wolf, and vice president of Briefings Stephanie Taglianetti.
Global smartphone shipments are up 7.8% YoY in Q1. Samsung leads, Apple slips, and Chinese brands gain.
On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss the role of the store for the beauty space, Walmart's involvement in this product category, and how TikTok is changing things. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the top three social media trends that have influenced beauty products and how they're marketed. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Sky Canaves and Carina Perkins.
Small businesses see higher engagement from phone display ads: Our Industry KPI data from Taboola uncovers a way for SMBs to compete with larger marketers.
Join industry experts on Behind the Numbers: The Banking & Payments Show as we take a compelling deep dive into the world of cryptocurrencies. Explore the market's rebound, analyze EMARKETER’s predictions, and unravel the dynamics behind the soaring values. This episode brings to light the phenomenal recovery of Bitcoin, reaching an unprecedented $69,000 peak, bouncing back from 2022's dramatic downturn. Delve into the critical factors propelling cryptocurrencies to new heights and the significant role of 'halving' in sustaining this momentum. In our engaging 'Headlines' feature, we dissect the factors contributing to the resurgence of crypto values, examining the critical elements that influence market highs. The 'For Argument’s Sake' segment ignites a thought-provoking debate on the practical uses of cryptocurrencies, with a spotlight on Bitcoin. Expert analysts, Grace Broadbent, and Tyler Van Dyke, join host, Rob Rubin, to offer their insights into the currency's real-world applications. Key Insights: - Cryptocurrencies are witnessing a remarkable revival, with Bitcoin leading the charge by hitting an all-time high. - Market analysts and enthusiasts are keenly observing the impact of 'halving' events on cryptocurrency values. - A detailed analysis of the utility and real-world application of cryptocurrencies fuels a spirited debate, underlining the digital currency's role in the current financial landscape.