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42% of UK/US B2B tech CMOs say declining performance from traditional search channels is driving them to adapt for generative engine optimization (GEO) and zero-click search, tied with the 42% who say AI is changing how buyers discover and evaluate brands, according to a December report from 3Thinkrs.

Nearly half of its store openings this year will be for its value-oriented No Frills and Maxi banners.

94% of users think they encounter genAI online, but just 44% can spot it, fueling the need for labels and tougher brand transparency.

The tool lets brands spin 30-second tracks from text, photos, or videos, threatening stock libraries and startups.

43% of shoppers worldwide say difficulty assessing product quality is the main reason they avoid buying certain products on online marketplaces, making it the leading barrier to purchase, according to a January report from ChannelEngine and Sapio Research.

The Supreme Court has ruled that most of President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, which were imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), are unconstitutional.

Experian, Insurify, and Tuio have launched apps that let consumers compare quotes and explore coverage through conversation.

Catastrophe losses are an expected cost of doing business—but climate change is making them harder to model.

AI search adds shoppable carousels to community threads, testing whether intent can turn into transactions.

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Spotify is scaling its programmatic push, with Ad Exchange advertisers jumping 222% as reserved buys and stronger measurement court brand budgets.

Brands are facing political pressure as fewer Americans want neutrality and loyalty rises for companies that pick—and stick to—a political side.

Sneaker fans experienced a full-court press at the NBA’s All-Star weekend in Los Angeles this month. Nike's Jordan Brand unleashed a series of activations throughout the city, putting in action a playbook for marketers looking to make a real-world impact on brand enthusiasts.

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss the three big questions surrounding Amazon right now: Can it maintain its ad revenue momentum in 2026? Is AI spending a problem? Is it ready for agentic commerce? And more. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, along with Analysts Marisa Jones and Rachel Wolff. Listen everywhere, and watch on YouTube and Spotify.

Spend will surge within set schedules to hit monthly caps, homing in on high-intent search revenue.