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LiveRamp reported an unexpected boost to Q3 revenue, from $160 million last year to $185 million in 2024, during its quarterly call with investors on Wednesday. The company has a number of tailwinds, said CEO Scott Howe. LiveRamp benefits by the disappearance of Oracle’s ad business – another prominent data marketplace provider and a main […]

DanAds’ Summit 24 was an engaging one-day event packing a large punch of industry experts. Over 180 ad tech professionals gathered to explore strategies for embracing emerging technologies, network, and share best practices. The talks centered around AI, automation, and implementing self-service to enhance growth.

The FTC’s “click-to-cancel” feature aims to make the subscription cancellation process easier for consumers. Here’s how marketers can meet the new rules while still building trust.

True Classic’s $12 a year membership drives significant repeat purchases, said its VP of customer experience. The brand also boosted its CSAT score with a delivery date integration.   Apparel retailer True Classic wants enrolling in its paid membership program to be a “no-brainer,” said Breanna Moreno, vice president of customer experience.   And for […]

Tragedy struck last week when a teen took his own life, leading some critics of AI to question if a Chatbot is partially responsible. Now, with Character.AI facing a wrongful death lawsuit, how much is Sewell’s death the startup’s responsibility?

Alphabet, which reported its third quarter earnings on Tuesday, generated more than $88 billion in Q3 total revenue, up 15% from a year ago. Meanwhile, YouTube’s combined advertising and subscription businesses surpassed $50 billion over the past year. This is the first time YouTube has ever hit that milestone. Impressive numbers. But investors seemed to […]

The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB), along with the NCTA (Internet & Television Association) and the Electronic Security Association (ESA), have filed a lawsuit against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to block its new Click to Cancel rule. Is the FTC “overstepping its authority?” Let’s dig into why the industry is pushing back.

As we move forward, the interplay of AI, CTV, and data collaboration will continue to define many aspects of our future. Embracing these changes is paramount to gaining a competitive edge and unlocking new pathways for consumer engagement and connection. The key lies in adapting to these advancements while remaining vigilant about the ethical implications of technology. By prioritizing diversity and inclusivity within AI development, we can ensure that the tools we create serve a wider audience and reflect the rich tapestry of society.

Seven years ago, as publishers were using header bidding to level the online auction with Google, Prebid was a bit of open-source header-bidding code developed by AppNexus. Fast-forward to today, and that code is now Prebid.org, a standalone industry standards body producing widely adopted open-source tech. The story of how Prebid.org came to be – […]

Harrison Gross, CEO of smart eyewear brand Lucyd Eyewear, discusses the marketing and customer experience tactics the brand employs to stay relevant and growing in 2024. Facebook ads are roughly half as effective today than they were five years ago, said Lucyd Eyewear CEO Harrison Gross.   Most retail marketers know this and point to Apple’s […]