AI-generated fake KFC ad emphasizes consumers’ AI concerns: The reaction underscores lingering fears over AI’s ethical implications.

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how companies can figure out where AI should go, how to deal with model inaccuracies, and tons of tips on how best to use AI at work. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Senior Vice President Henry Powderly, and Senior Analyst Gadjo Sevilla for the conversation. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss why people might become more worried about using AI at work, why they might become less worried, and how significant an impact artificial intelligence has had on jobs already. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Senior Vice President Henry Powderly, and Senior Analyst Gadjo Sevilla, for the conversation. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.

OpenAI introduces 4o Image Generation: Usage is skyrocketing—but while advertisers are showing more acceptance, consumer sentiment remains a concern.

Meta introduces new AI ad capabilities: The changes include more investments in Andromeda, new tools for Advantage+, and more genAI use cases.

Unilever, Publicis emphasize AI: The companies are incorporating AI technology into their marketing efforts while maintaining a cautious approach that’s paying off.

This year’s festival highlighted a maturing creator economy, a reality check for AI, and bigger and bolder brand activations and marketing trends.

Perplexity’s new ad makes Google a target: The company’s biggest ad yet, led by “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae, could continue the push toward a more divided AI market.

AI voice tech reshapes content marketing: ElevenLabs is helping brands scale multilingual campaigns and allowing creators to monetize their voices—but trust and authenticity remain concerns.

Google, OpenAI explore ads: The moves indicate that ads will be a crucial part of how AI search engines generate future revenues.

Senators urge DOJ probe into X’s advertising efforts: The group of five Democratic senators allege that Elon Musk leverages his political power to bully advertisers into returning.

Digg makes a comeback 12 years after it was sold: While the revival promises “good vibes” and a community-first focus, how they’ll monetize is unclear.

Microsoft brings AI ad features to Copilot: It’s vying for ad dollars in an increasingly competitive chatbot space.

Virtual and hybrid events have more than proved their staying power as in-person experiences resumed post-pandemic. In fact, 62% of B2B marketers said they plan to attend webinars in 2025, while 45% will host their own webinars, according to a November 2024 survey by Sagefrog Marketing Group.

Pinterest will start labeling AI-generated images: The change is likely an attempt to maintain the platform’s user base without sacrificing the lucrative potential of AI.

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.

Meta plans dedicated chatbot app: The move aims to compete with AI leaders ChatGPT and Gemini, but its success remains uncertain.

The company will lean on AI and stablecoins to maintain its momentum

X adds automated, AI-generated ad creation: The move is another attempt for X to win back brands the platform lost.

Online returns growth will outpace overall ecommerce growth through 2028, driving retailers to update their strategies and solutions to manage costs.