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Amazon’s annual ad revenue passes $68B, boosted by full-funnel strategy
The company realized about $12 billion in incremental revenue last year as services like Prime Video contributed meaningfully to growth.
By Peter Adams • Feb. 6, 2026 -
Chipotle pokes fun at AI Super Bowl ads to spotlight real ingredients
After another brand's AI-generated Super Bowl spot airs, the restaurant chain will post a video on Instagram Reels to dole out free entree codes.
By Jessica Hammers • Feb. 5, 2026 -
YouTube annual revenue tops $60B as Google’s focus expands beyond ads
Traction for subscriptions like YouTube Premium is growing in a way that could hurt ad revenue but boost the overall business, executives said.
By Peter Adams • Feb. 5, 2026 -
Ritz doubles down on salty positioning in second Super Bowl campaign
The Mondelēz brand continues to embrace more culturally attuned marketing with a Ritz Island ad starring Bowen Yang, Jon Hamm and Scarlett Johansson.
By Peter Adams • Feb. 3, 2026 -
Grubhub — and George Clooney — make Super Bowl debuts to ‘eat the fees’
The delivery platform promotes a new offer to remove delivery and service fees on restaurant orders over $50 in an oddball ad directed by Yorgos Lanthimos.
By Chris Kelly • Feb. 2, 2026 -
State Farm slams rivals as ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ in Super Bowl return
The celebrity-packed effort airing in the first quarter centers on a fictional Halfway There Insurance firm and parodic cover of a Bon Jovi classic.
By Peter Adams • Feb. 2, 2026 -
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Fanatics Sportsbook bets on Kendall Jenner for Super Bowl debut
The sportsbook is also inviting consumers to bet with or against the celebrity on its app around which team will come out on top at the big game.
By Aaron Baar • Jan. 29, 2026 -
Unpacking the marketing industry trends forecast for 2026
Marketers must remain resilient as they navigate ongoing challenges, including an uncertain economic backdrop and the advancement of AI.
By Marketing Dive staff • Jan. 29, 2026 -
Crocs puts self-expression over algorithmic sameness with new platform
Agency Flower Shop handled creative on “Wonderfully Unordinary,” a platform that centers on self-expression and real-world experiences.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 28, 2026 -
Coke’s World Cup campaign taps into unifying power of fan emotions
Ads set to a cover of Van Halen’s “Jump” show shared excitement for a tournament that is arriving in a highly fractured political climate.
By Peter Adams • Updated Jan. 29, 2026 -
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Retailers look beyond social feeds for brand storytelling in 2026
Marketers are experimenting more with channels like Substack as they focus on human-powered brand building in the age of algorithms and AI.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 27, 2026 -
TikTok ups bid to entertainment marketers with latest ad solutions
Streaming Ads and New Title Launch are meant to deliver personalized, entertainment-specific content and drive subscriptions and ticket sales.
By Aaron Baar • Jan. 22, 2026 -
Honda takes modular approach to Winter Olympics campaign creative
The official automotive partner of Team USA will be able to mix and match assets like athlete footage to suit different media channels and verticals.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 22, 2026 -
Netflix targets $3B in ad revenue while Warner Bros. deal looms
Discussing the planned $83 billion acquisition, executives pointed to the rising threat of YouTube for advertising and subscription dollars.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 21, 2026 -
Why Hershey’s first major campaign in 8 years comes ahead of the Olympics
The brand partnered with The Martin Agency for a new platform that utilizes MiltonOne, a bespoke Publicis Groupe solution.
By Chris Kelly • Jan. 21, 2026 -
YouTube revamps visual identity amid shifting entertainment landscape
A new typeface and illustration style are complemented by the Google-owned platform’s first motion identity, which mimics the feel of creator content.
By Peter Adams • Updated Jan. 22, 2026 -
M&M’s spokescandies suit up as Marvel superheroes for global campaign
The Mars candy brand is aligning the blockbuster-inspired collaboration with “It’s More Fun Together,” a creative platform it debuted last year.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 15, 2026 -
Norwegian Cruise Line brings back ‘90s tagline for platform, campaign
“It’s Different Out Here” reinforces the idea that memories matter more than amenities, pushing back against an industry often focused on the latter.
By Jessica Hammers • Jan. 15, 2026 -
Disney unveils TikTok-like vertical video, AI video generation tool
The new tools demonstrate how streaming platforms are working to improve measurement as marketers push for more performative media.
By Aaron Baar • Jan. 12, 2026 -
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Dunkin’ pumps up push into protein with fitness-themed ads
In spots made with Artists Equity, Megan Thee Stallion takes on the role of Pro-Tina, a peppy instructor in the Richard Simmons mold.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 8, 2026 -
Pizza Hut and Tom Brady pressure quarterbacks to embrace new field call
A campaign spanning social, digital and TV will reward any city with free pizza if they can get their quarterback to say “pizza” before “hut” during a game.
By Jessica Hammers • Jan. 7, 2026 -
Nielsen, Roku deepen data-sharing pact to enhance streaming measurement
As part of the agreement, Nielsen will continue to receive support for offerings like Big Data + Panel while Roku gains access to streaming TV ratings.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 23, 2025 -
Lexus takes generative AI for a spin in new holiday marketing content
Developed with AKQA, “Built for Every Kind of Wonder” depicts surreal scenes like a floating ski slope as more brands test the limits of the technology.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 23, 2025 -
Listerine turns mouthwashing sounds into music with Twitch creators
A series of livestreams timed to the new year will culminate in Twitch partners collaborating on a song that will soundtrack an audio campaign.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 22, 2025 -
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Campaign Trail: Tiffany’s blue boxes become portals for the holidays
Created by Anomaly, “Love is a Gift” stars Anya Taylor-Joy and builds on a 2024 holiday effort that generated 57 million organic views.
By Chris Kelly • Dec. 19, 2025