Ad Ops
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Decoder
Dark Traffic Is Costing Publishers 14-21% of Their Revenue – What Is It?
Ad blocking was last decade’s big problem, right? It is no longer seen as an existential crisis; it’s become a back burner issue. Not quite. There’s a new more sinister problem— brutal adblockers that cause dark traffic. There are now 700m+ users globally. Much of this has materialized in the years since COVID-19.
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Behind the News
Google vs DOJ Trial Week 3: Ad Tech Spaghetti and Courtroom Drama
Get the lowdown on week three of the Google vs. DOJ trial from the AdMonsters editors. The plot thickens as Google’s defense strategy unfolds, revealing a complex web of power plays in the ad tech ecosystem.
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Rethinking Brand Safety: Lessons from Jana Meron on News Advertising in 2024
Advertisers miss out on reaching engaged, high-value audiences by fearing news content. Washington Post’s Jana Meron explains why it’s time to rethink brand safety in news advertising.
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AI
Creators vs. AI: Can Keeping It Real Save the Internet?
Last week, creators took a stand in New York City with the launch of Raptive’s ‘Keep It Real’ campaign, an advocacy effort designed to raise awareness about the impact of AI on their livelihoods. ABC News anchor Linsey Davis was the surprise host of the day, opening the event by celebrating creators’ work as the “heart and soul of the internet.” Her words resonated throughout, highlighting the core message: creators — and, by extension, publishers — are the lifeblood of the web, facing challenges that deserve urgent attention.
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Supercharging Creative Strategies with AI: Top Takeaways from IAB Connected Commerce Summit
How is AI changing creative strategy? The IAB Connected Commerce Summit featured lessons about creating experiences that connect with consumers.
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Behind the News
Google on Trial: Unpacking Week Two of the DOJ’s Case and What It Means for Publishers
As week two of Google’s antitrust trial unfolded, publishers were stepping out of the shadows. With testimonies revealing Google’s deep grip on ad tech, we unpack how this could reshape the industry and finally give publishers their due. Watch the full breakdown and get the highlights of the trial here.
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AI
How PinkNews Leveraged OpenWeb to Boost User Engagement and Data Collection
PinkNews, a leading LGBTQ+ news and entertainment platform, partnered with OpenWeb to create a safer, more engaging space for its audience. Together, they are driving deeper user engagement while building robust first-party data. Through this collaboration, PinkNews is strategically expanding its loyal user base.
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AI
LinkedIn Live Replay: The Future of Ad Ops According to Snopes’ Justin Wohl
Digital advertising has presented challenges and opportunities for publishers looking to future-proof their businesses. In a recent LinkedIn Live event, I sat down with Justin Wohl, the Chief Revenue Officer of Snopes, to discuss the key trends and strategies shaping the future of ad ops and the ad tech stack.
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Inside the Buy Side
Inside the Buy Side: What Retail Media Network (RMN) Is Right for Your Ads?
As retail media expands, so does its complexity. It’s no longer just about placing ads but leveraging retailer-specific insights, ad innovation, and personalization. The right provider will offer precision targeting, data transparency, and seamless campaign integration, helping advertisers achieve measurable, data-driven results in an increasingly competitive landscape.
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Inside the Buy Side
From Billboards to Ballots: How OOH Is Powering the Next Wave of Political Campaigns
As political ad spend surges in OOH, publishers seize the opportunity to capture voter attention. Discover how creative campaigns, programmatic, and location-based targeting drive the future of political messaging in OOH and DOOH formats.
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