The creator economy is shifting from existing as a tool for publicity to becoming a component of business strategy. The State of the Creator Economy panel at CES 2025 discussed the new roles creators are taking on within brands and organizations based on a need for authentic connection with audiences.

Publishers are navigating a pivotal year in 2025, where the demands for diversified revenue streams collide with the unwavering commitment to editorial excellence. The industry is rapidly evolving, and publishers are rethinking their strategies to stay competitive. Five transformative trends are set to shape the future of media: innovative content packaging, strategic AI integration, dynamic paywalls, multi-platform optimization, and the rise of commerce media. Not only do these shifts redefine how publishers operate but they will also unlock new opportunities to capture value and deepen audience engagement.

The world needs another third-party data marketplace – no, seriously. Well, at least according to Experian, that is. This week, Experian launched its own marketplace for third-party data vendors at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. But the idea first began to germinate last June with the release of Experian Third-Party Onboarding, a data […]

This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover B.S. Blockers, “Unfair Canada” pop-ups and an aerial anniversary tour.

What better time than Dry January, when many consumers try their hand at abstaining from alcoholic drinks, to talk about a trend that started gaining momentum a few years ago but will become an absolute “must-have” at events in the year ahead. Offering mocktails (non-alcoholic cocktails) to event-goers isn’t a new concept, but a growing […]

Melanie Huet, president of brand management and Innovation at Newell Brands shares three ways the company is using generative artificial intelligence in its marketing efforts including for an insights analysis tool, consumer personas for market research and for innovation speed. The ROI and employee adoption from its efforts are real. Newell Brands is the global […]

Ready for a round-up of the best and boldest moments from AdMonsters PubForum 2024? We’re talking curated deals, cookieless targeting, and AI-powered strategies. Our publisher speakers packed these sessions with game-changing insights.

Meta recently revisited its goal to create AI-generated “characters” — which backfired. Plus, Apple’s trying to avoid a class-action lawsuit.

In light of the growing opportunities for earned broadcast placements on LinkedIn, our PRNEWS columnists have compiled a set of recommendations based on market research and insights to help secure impactful new media broadcast opportunities on the platform in 2025.

As the Official 5G Network of the NFL, Verizon has partnered with the league to power new experiences and connect football fans with the action this season, but the brand is ramping up the hype around Super Bowl LIX,