Ad Tech: Page 155


  • Google begins mobile-first indexing of websites

    The previously announced transition in the search giant's approach has begun with a few sites. 

    By Dec. 20, 2017
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    Hasbro brings Trivial Pursuit to Amazon Alexa

    It's the first major board game to be adapted for the voice-activated assistant with Echo Button capabilities.

    By Dec. 20, 2017
  • Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Marketing Dive

    From the continued rise of artificial intelligence to the emergence of new digital channels, here's a look at key trends driving marketing in 2026.

    By Marketing Dive staff
  • Levi's debuts shoppable video for holiday gift inspiration

    The brand merges an interactive digital experience with e-commerce to appeal to millennial and Gen Z consumers.

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 20, 2017
  • Google sets date for release of Chrome ad blocker

    The company has also more clearly outlined what qualifies a site as failing to meet its standards and provided guidance on how to address ad violations. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 20, 2017
  • Subway's top marketing exec departs after 8 months

    Franchisees' unhappiness over plans for a $4.99 footlong sandwich promotion could be behind the departure. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 20, 2017
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    WhatsApp receives ultimatum from France to stop sharing user data with Facebook

    The country's privacy watchdog gave the messaging app one month to comply.

    By Dec. 19, 2017
  • Reddit upgrades mobile app to add chat, moderation tools

    The online discussion forum wants to become a "mobile-first" service.

    By Dec. 19, 2017
  • Ikea flaunts VR experience at Dallas store opening

    Visitors sported HTC Vive headsets to examine furniture, play a pillow toss game and learn about the brand's sustainability and design.

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 19, 2017
  • More marketers take programmatic buying in-house, ANA says

    A survey found 35% of respondents are expanding in-house programmatic media buying, reducing the role of external agencies. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 19, 2017
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    Deep Dive

    Can marketers unify to turn the tide against ad fraud in 2018?

    It's not all about altruism: the bottom-line business benefits of combating bad actors online are attracting more brands, vendors and agencies to new solutions.

    By Dec. 19, 2017
  • Opinion

    Buzzword to brand necessity: Best practices for using AR in marketing

    AR is a powerful tool for engaging consumers and growing brands, but we're still determining how to maximize its impact, Blippar's Omaid Hiwaizi writes.

    By Omaid Hiwaizi • Dec. 18, 2017
  • Major League Baseball Players Assoc. puts playable ads in its app

    The organization is looking for ways to cover the high cost of user acquisition. 

    By Erica Sweeney • Dec. 18, 2017
  • Google shuts down Tango AR platform

    The search giant now plans to instead focus on its mass-market ARCore platform, a more direct competitor to Apple's ARKit.

    By Dec. 18, 2017
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    Deep Dive

    How the GOP tax overhaul could affect marketing

    Congress is expected to pass a tax reform bill this week. Here's a cheat sheet for what it means for your industry, and more.

    By David Kirkpatrick , , Dec. 18, 2017
  • Accenture Interactive acquires Irish creative agency Rothco

    The consultancy continues its years-long buying spree to beef up its advertising and marketing capabilities.

    By Erica Sweeney • Dec. 18, 2017
  • MadHive develops cryptocurrency tokens to support blockchain ad network

    The company believes the technology could change the economics of advertising. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 18, 2017
  • Apple Maps adds indoor guides for 34 airports

    Indoor mapping, introduced with the launch of iOS 11 in the fall, continues to expand to new locations. 

    By Dec. 15, 2017
  • Snap's new Lens Studio simplifies creating AR content

    Advertisers and everyday users can now develop AR lenses like the dancing hot dog that went viral.

    By Dec. 15, 2017
  • Study: Nearly half of marketers don't know where their ads are shown online

    Programmatic strategies make it difficult to keep track and raise brand safety concerns, though only 46% of respondents said they'd consider returning to direct publisher relationships.

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 15, 2017
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    FCC ends net neutrality, but the controversy is likely to continue

    Even though the vote went in favor of dismantling net neutrality, legal challenges are likely. 

    By David Kirkpatrick • Dec. 15, 2017
  • Facebook unveils ads that open chat messages on WhatsApp

    Businesses can show a button on their ads that lets customers make a call or send a message with WhatsApp.

    By Dec. 14, 2017
  • Messenger's video chat volume doubles to 17B

    In addition to surging mobile video usage, more than 7 billion chats on average take place on the Facebook-owned app every day.

    By Dec. 14, 2017
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    Peapod rolls out text-to-order tool

    The online grocer's new "Chat-to-Cart" feature also lets shoppers add items with emojis and their voice.

    By Jeff Wells • Dec. 14, 2017
  • Opinion

    Building stronger brand connections through connected devices

    The more devices consumers are connected to, the more closely advertisers can examine their specific behaviors and cater to their needs, writes Kiip's Brian Wong. 

    By Brian Wong • Dec. 14, 2017
  • Boxed aims to ease online bulk ordering with AR, chatbot tech

    The online wholesaler crossed two of the hottest mobile trends off its list in one app update.

    By Dan O'Shea • Dec. 14, 2017