Move to develop AI-powered humanoid robots raises concerns about overextension as the company juggles multiple ambitious projects.

Nearly half of US consumers say AI-generated ads make brands seem fraudulent, yet most will still buy, revealing a gap between skepticism and spending habits.

AI-powered summaries from OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Perplexity misrepresent facts, yet audiences buy in—fueling misinformation and risking brand reputation

TikTok returns to US app stores, hinting at a secure future: Regulators and storefronts say they want to keep the app around, putting it on much stronger footing.

AppLovin exits gaming in $900M sale to focus on AI-driven adtech: The company sells its entire "apps business," shifting its strategy to prioritize ad mediation, automation, and performance-based advertising.

Online reviews are vital to the shopping experience, but a growing wariness of fake reviews and AI's escalation of the problem has recently spurred governments to act.

With the humanoid robotics market projected to hit $38 billion by 2035, tech giants see a clear path to monetization—offering tangible use cases beyond the AI arms race.

Their ROOST initiative could pressure platforms to adopt stronger protections, reshaping digital safety and providing brand-safe environments for advertisers.

Reddit posts 71% revenue growth but misses DAUq targets: Despite strong ad revenue and international expansion, Reddit’s user growth fell short of expectations, sending shares down 14% after hours.

A September 2024 CivicScience/EMARKETER survey reveals consumer hesitancy toward AI tools. But data also pinpoints areas of receptivity, offering brands a blueprint for strategic implementation.

Instead of only relying on pre-scheduled ad breaks, advertisers are finding ways to engage viewers when they hit pause.

OpenAI hopes the Super Bowl can boost usage: Its first-ever spot coincides with a rebrand and rollout of ChatGPT search.

The platform warns that shifting search algorithms and mixed DEI expectations could hurt user growth and brand perception.

With privacy and misinformation at risk, teens worry about tech companies’ failure to manage AI content and prioritize their safety.

Layoffs are continuing in 2025 as companies trim non-essential roles, invest in AI talent, and pivot resources.

Alphabet's cloud revenues disappoint, and capacity remains strained. Could hefty AI spending outpace its profits and potential cost savings?

Google’s Q4 revenue fell short of estimates for the first time in two years: Strong growth in AI and cloud services highlights its shift beyond ads.

Its text-to-image genAI tool reduces costs by operating on-device, but the company still faces high user acquisition costs and dominating rivals like Meta.

Despite having little presence in China, Google faces an antitrust probe amid a rising trade war, suggesting regulatory pressure could be used as a geopolitical bargaining tool.

Voluntary buyouts in its Platforms and Devices unit suggest a pivot toward AI and cloud as its hardware struggles in a saturated market with slowing upgrade cycles.