Figure AI shifts into overdrive: Slashing its original timeline, the startup is pushing humanoid robots into homes this year—either a sign of rapid AI progress or a risky bet to stay ahead.
This week, new advertisers enter the podcast space, consumers discourage brand desperation, and brands take notes from Netflix.
On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how GenAI is changing the customer shopping journey the most, the impact of AI agents, and how to maintain brand messaging in a more conversational universe. Tune in to the episode with Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, our Analyst Jacob Bourne, Vice President Suzy Davidkhanian, and Global Digital Commerce Senior Director, Strategy & Execution, Todd Hassenfelt. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
Meta plans dedicated chatbot app: The move aims to compete with AI leaders ChatGPT and Gemini, but its success remains uncertain.
Automation has turbocharged content creation, but AI costs are rising fast. Rather than cut expenses, Duolingo is banking on long-term user engagement to pay off.
The improved Alexa finally debuts with better conversation skills and smart home features. Can Amazon convince users to pay when smartphones offer similar features for free?
Revenues soared 114% YoY to $130.5 billion, but stock struggles highlight concerns over AI’s cost efficiency and whether high-compute investments will pay off long term.
The AI search startup is launching a browser to pull users away from Google—turning its search engine into a full-fledged, AI-powered browsing experience.
Its deep discounts and open-source push are reshaping the industry, challenging incumbents to make AI cheaper, smarter, and more widely available.
With an unmatched free tier, Gemini Code Assist is throwing down the gauntlet—giving developers near-limitless AI code generation and forcing rivals to keep up.
Anthropic’s latest model introduces adjustable reasoning, letting businesses fine-tune AI responses based on speed, cost, and complexity
Facing global trade tensions, Apple is pumping billions into US-based production—potentially sweetening the deal for future tariff exemptions.
US docs spend up to 3 hours per week correcting AI: Physicians’ liability concerns with AI can be addressed by having them involved with technology purchasing decisions.
Chegg is suing Google, claiming AI Overviews steal its content and cut its traffic. The case highlights fears that AI-driven search is eroding content creators’ business models.
64% of US ad buyers expect to focus somewhat or significantly more on cross-platform measurement in 2025, according to a December 2024 IAB survey.
On today’s podcast episode, we discuss Meta’s AI plans, the real story behind Snapchat’s growth, and how Pinterest has evolved. Tune in to the conversation with Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Senior Editor of Briefings Daniel Konstantinovic, and Senior Analyst Minda Smiley. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
X adds automated, AI-generated ad creation: The move is another attempt for X to win back brands the platform lost.
At $30 per minute, Veo 2 targets high-end business users, testing demand for costly AI-generated content.
LinkedIn improves B2B ad tracking: New updates help marketers integrate first-party data, track long-term impact, and optimize campaigns.