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Amazon makes Prime Video shoppable, linking scenes to real products
Shopping meets streaming as Amazon links Prime Video scenes to real products. New features let viewers browse and buy items inspired by what they watch.
YouTube Tests Local Merchant Tags to Accelerate Affiliate Sales
YouTube is piloting local merchant product tags for affiliate videos. The move could speed up delivery and reshape creator earnings. Here is what changes for publishers and creators.
AI Bots Now Account for 13% of All Web Traffic
AI-powered bots are flooding publisher sites, driving up costs and siphoning audiences. New data reveals a 62.5% surge in bot-driven sessions, with AmazonBot leading the pack.
VLC Reaches 7 Billion Downloads as Offline Media Makes a Comeback
VLC has surpassed 7 billion downloads, highlighting renewed interest in offline media tools. VideoLAN is expanding to new platforms and features as audiences rethink how they access content.
Amazon Ads Launches Immersive Back-To-School Campaign for Brands
Major brands are targeting Gen Z college students with a new Amazon Ads campaign. The initiative blends shoppable content, influencer storytelling, and on-campus experiences. A livestreamed concert headlines the effort.
Amazon’s Asda Deal Signals Shift in European Retail Media
A major UK grocer partners with Amazon to unify retail media measurement. The move could pressure other networks to standardize. Industry leaders are watching for broader impact.
Linear TV Holds Back Digital Ad Platforms’ CTV Ambitions
Streaming ad growth is slowing as linear TV keeps most U.S. ad viewing. Digital ad platforms face shrinking opportunities while walled gardens dominate connected TV. Analysts see no quick shift ahead.
The New York Times Launches Dedicated AI Beat on Science Desk
A new AI beat is coming to The New York Times Science desk. Cade Metz will lead coverage of artificial intelligence’s impact on scientific research and discovery.
Walmart Rolls Out Negative Keyword Controls for Search Ads
Advertisers gain new control over Walmart search ads with negative keyword exclusions. FIFA's hydration breaks remain a lucrative ad slot, despite ongoing debate. Both moves reshape how brands manage spend and visibility.
AI Set to Replace Most Media Planners by 2028
Gartner forecasts that artificial intelligence will handle 70% of media planning tasks by 2028. Major ad platforms are automating campaign management. Marketers face new challenges as AI reshapes digital advertising.
Cuisinart Finds Success With Amazon’s AI Video Ad Tool
AI-generated video ads are now meeting brand standards. Cuisinart tested Amazon’s new creative agent and saw promising results. The company plans to expand its use for future campaigns.
Amazon CSE Pushes Programmatic Ad Quality Upstream
A new certification program from Amazon changes how programmatic ad inventory is qualified. Demand-side platforms now get access to pre-vetted supply, shifting auction dynamics and raising the bar for inventory quality.
Amazon Loses Appeal to Block Perplexity’s AI Shopping Agent
A federal court reversed an injunction against Perplexity’s Comet agent. Judges found no violation of anti-hacking law. The decision could impact AI access to major e-commerce platforms.
IAB Tech Lab Rolls Out AAMP 2.3 for Agentic Ad Deployments
AAMP 2.3 aims to streamline agentic advertising for enterprises. The update brings enhanced privacy, improved accuracy, and easier integration with major ad platforms. Compatibility now extends to AWS and Databricks.
Amazon Refocuses AI Efforts, Retires Some In-House Models
Several internal AI projects are winding down as Amazon shifts resources. The company is prioritizing key models and new strategies. Teams are being reorganized to align with evolving customer needs.
Amazon Faces Seller Backlash Over Platform Changes
Sellers organized a boycott after new Amazon policies reduced their control. Frustrations remain high despite some concessions. Key issues include payment delays, ad placement, and lack of platform transparency.
Amazon Expands Localized Video Ads Across the Americas
Location-based video ads now reach new markets. Advertisers can target by store, offer, and region. Amazon Business sees strong growth. Customization options expand for U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Brazil.
OpenAI’s Ad Revenue Forecast Faces Major Shortfall
Projected ad earnings for OpenAI are set to fall far below expectations. Analysts say the company’s ambitious targets may be out of reach. The gap could reshape how publishers view AI-driven ad models.
Agentic Commerce Is Reshaping How AI Drives Online Sales
AI-powered shopping is moving beyond ads in ChatGPT. The real disruption is happening in automated checkout flows and agent-driven purchases. Brands that optimize product data now will have the edge as Google, Amazon, and OpenAI build the next wave of commerce infrastructure.
Top 50 Content Creators Earn Over $1 Billion
The world's 50 highest-earning creators saw their combined income rise 20% in 2026, surpassing $1 billion. MrBeast led the list with $300 million, as creator-led media companies expand their reach and revenue.
Why Smartglasses Need Enterprise to Go Mainstream
Consumer interest in smartglasses remains limited, despite high-profile marketing. Industry experts say targeting workplace and enterprise use could be the key to broader adoption. See how new use cases are shaping the future of wearable tech.
New Browser Extension Filters Suspicious Brands on Amazon
A developer has launched Knockoff, a free browser extension that hides questionable brands and sponsored listings on Amazon. The tool quickly gained attention for giving users more control over what they see while shopping.
Dove and Victoria’s Secret Pink Bet on 'Elle' Series Integration
Major beauty and fashion brands are investing in Amazon Prime’s 'Elle' series. Despite mixed reviews, Dove, Victoria’s Secret Pink, and L'Oréal Paris are launching in-show integrations and campaigns. Brands hope to capture audience loyalty.
Major Companies Clamp Down on Employee AI Usage as Costs Surge
Rising AI expenses are forcing tech, banking, and media giants to restrict employee access to advanced models. Internal documents reveal new usage limits, model bans, and tighter monitoring across leading firms.
Ace Hardware Turns Prime Day Buzz Into Loyalty and Revenue Gains
Retailers are adapting to the mid-year deals surge. Ace Hardware uses its own Rewards Days to drive sign-ups, boost retail media, and capture market share. The strategy leverages shopper behavior shaped by Amazon’s Prime Day.
Concord Raises $3M to Streamline Media Campaigns With Minimal AI
A French platform is betting that less AI leads to better campaign execution. Concord just secured $3 million to help advertisers activate campaigns across Google, Meta, and Amazon-without relying on heavy AI optimization.
Twitch’s Mike Minton Says Creators Now Drive Brand Innovation
Brands are shifting from agencies to creators for campaign ideas. Twitch’s chief product officer explains why community-driven creativity is changing how advertisers reach audiences.
Amazon Rolls Out AI-Powered Conversational Ads Across the Web
Interactive display ads now let users ask product questions. Amazon brings AI-driven prompts to publisher sites. New ad formats aim to boost engagement and conversions.
The Trade Desk Pushes Ventura OS to Challenge TV Ad Conflicts
A new TV operating system from The Trade Desk aims to disrupt how ad dollars flow on smart TVs. Ventura OS promises transparency and neutrality for both advertisers and publishers. Device makers face tough choices as the OS market grows crowded.
US Orders Anthropic to Pull Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI Models Globally
A US export-control order forced Anthropic to disable its newest AI models worldwide. The move followed reports of a jailbreak exposing advanced cybersecurity features. Industry impact could be significant.
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