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Targetspot sells its digital audio business to Azerion
Targetspot SA has announced the sale of its digital audio business (Targetspot Division), housed within its subsidiary Radionomy Group B.V., to Azerion, an international group listed on Euronext Amsterdam that operates through a high-growth digital entertainment and media platform.
Channel 4 and Nectar360 sign pioneering data partnership
Channel 4’s award-winning commercial division, 4Sales, has announced an innovative new data partnership with the UK’s loyalty programme, Nectar360 that will revolutionise advertiser targeting on Channel 4’s streaming platform, All 4.
[Marketing Week] Investing in ethical and responsible advertising
As consumers increasingly complain about growing misinformation, brands are heightening interventions meant to protect their long-term brand values and their short-term business results.
RTL’s global content production Fremantle acquires production company Wildstar Films
The acquisition follows Fremantle’s announcement to acquire a 55 per cent majority stake in the production company 72 Films, which also focuses on documentaries and factual entertainment.
DPG Media acquires Sijthoff Media’s children platforms Kidsweek and Samsam
The acquisition further strengthens DPG Media's mission to stimulate reading among the younger generation.
Havas Media Group launches social impact marketplace in Canada
Havas Media Group (HMG) has launched a new Social Impact Marketplace in Canada that enables clients to invest in ethical and responsible advertising more meaningfully.
Audience targeting strategies and dynamic product placement among media trends to watch in 2023, report
As cost of living crisis reshapes business reality, Kantar, the world’s marketing data and analytics company, has revealed Media Trends and Predictions 2023, its annual forecast for how the media landscape will evolve in the year ahead.
Hivestack and Quotient partner to connect and enable global programmatic digital out of home campaigns
The partnership will see Quotient and Hivestack connect their leading technologies to enable premium, programmatic DOOH cross-channel media campaigns on a global scale.
[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Digital Journalist
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Hearst partners with Michael Clinton to launch new company, Roar forward
Michael Clinton and Hearst have announced the formation of a new venture, ROAR forward, a business-to-business intelligence insights and content platform and consumer membership community focused on the new market of “Re-Imagineers.”
Hearst UK announces return of The Bazaar at Work Summit, partners with Carolina Herrera and Porsche
Themed around ‘Lessons in leadership’, the event will offer masterclasses in how to thrive at the top of any business, focusing on skills such as creativity, resilience, ambition and public speaking.
Havas Media implements attention data into planning tools on a global scale
HMG is the first agency network to implement attention data into planning tools on a global scale, with these new tools enabling investment in attentive, sustainable, and economic media exposures.
MGID launches interactive rich media ads helping advertisers increase ad engagement
MGID’s interactive rich media format will allow consumers to engage with ads by dragging and tapping the screen, revealing additional perspectives of an image and extra content.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: Accelerating decarbonization of the media supply chain
In July this year, a proposed global framework for measuring ad-based carbon emissions was introduced as a way one way to reduce the total amount of carbon created by the placement and consumption of advertising.
GroupM unveils coalition for media decarbonization
GroupM, WPP’s media investment group, has announced the creation of a client coalition that unites nearly 20 leading advertisers — collectively representing $10B in global advertising investment — with a shared commitment to accelerate the decarbonization of the world’s media supply chain.
Yieldmo and IRIS.TV in a smart data partnership to drive superior advertising outcomes
This partnership offering includes omnichannel contextual curation to buyers across CTV, OLV, and display advertising from leading independent data companies.
Teads selects Crisp to revolutionize digital omnichannel media with shelf availability data
The new forward-looking solution, named Crisp Retail Data, pipes SKU-level sales and inventory data from over 40 retailers into the Teads platform
[eMarketer] Digital video viewers take TV to smaller screens
Nearly 60% of US adults watch digital video on non-TV devices, like laptops, tablets, and smartphones, every day. That’s up from 54% last year, and 27% in 2013.
Carrefour partners with Publicis to launch a venture that addresses retail media market in Europe
Retail Media is the fastest-growing channel for media spend, revolutionizing traditional media hierarchies
MiQ acquires UK-based privacy-first audience platform for publishers AirGrid
Powered by edge computing, AirGrid adds critical publisher-focused technology capabilities and proprietary data to MiQ’s extensive solution suite, accelerating its leadership in shaping the cookieless future for clients.
Fox Corporation and VIZIO announce expanded multi-year distribution partnership
Additionally, viewers now have access to even more FIFA World Cup™ content, with the launch of Tubi’s exclusive FIFA World Cup™ Linear FAST channel.
Mediacom Hong Kong selects Hivestack to deliver first programmatic digital out of home campaign for Uber Taxi in Hong Kong
Hivestack, the world’s, independent programmatic digital out of home (DOOH) ad tech company has announced the successful delivery of the first programmatic DOOH campaign for Uber Taxi in Hong Kong through their agency Mediacom Hong Kong.
Panos selects Publicis Groupe Belgium as media partner
The two selection processes happened in parallel, with guidance by PitchPoint for the creative/strategic agency selection and with guidance by fma Belgium for the media partner.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: The battle for brand value
While financial markets have shown significant swings over the last few years, the value of the world's strongest brands have steadily increased driving customer choice, loyalty and margins.
Havas Media Group launches multicultural media practice
Havas Media Group (HMG) North America has announced the full U.S. rollout of its specialized multicultural media practice to help brands meaningfully engage Hispanic, African American, Asian American and LGBTQIA+ audiences and consumers.
Jamie Doubleday appointed head of clients at Hearst UK
Doubleday will be responsible for driving client-direct partnerships, working across the commercial team’s client categories which include fashion, beauty, food, motors, finance, wellness, travel, technology and entertainment.
Hivestack expands business in Brazil by signing new Supply Side Partner RZK Digital
This partnership will integrate RZK Digital’s DOOH inventory into the Hivestack Supply Side Platform (SSP) allowing advertisers both from within and outside of Brazil to activate campaigns via private marketplace deals (PMP).
Hearst releases first sustainability report
The report represents the company’s commitment to responsible environmental stewardship and is a coordinated effort to understand, measure and report on Hearst’s carbon footprint.
Channel 4 transforms brand to help viewers navigate crowded digital world
Channel 4 has announced that from next year it will bring all its channels and services under one ‘Channel 4’ brand to help audiences better navigate the abundance of choice in the digital world.
ITV announces leadership changes
As part of the changes, Samir Ahmad has been promoted to Director of Group Strategy to lead ITV’s strategy team and Gareth Barr is promoted to Director of Policy and Regulation both reporting to Magnus.
[Interview] Monty Sarhan (SkyShowtime): It’s still early days for streaming services
On October 25, 2022, SkyShowtime launched as a streaming service from Paramount and Comcast in the Netherlands.
Paramount and Virgin Media in a multi-year distribution partnership deal for UK streaming services
Paramount and Virgin Media have announced a new multi-year distribution agreement, extending their existing long-term partnership across Paramount's streaming services and linear channels in the UK.
PRCA partners with JournoLink to assist small agencies deliver cost effective media relations
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has partnered with JournoLink to help small agencies and freelancers deliver cost-effective media relations.
Havas Media announces global appointments
The appointments come on the heels of a period of continued growth for HMG’s global network as it seeks to transform its strategic offerings to deliver meaningful, outcome-driven, and data-led media experiences.
Katie Vanneck-Smith named CEO of Hearst UK
Vanneck-Smith succeeds Simon Horne, who has been with Hearst Magazines International for more than 20 years, most recently as interim CEO of Hearst UK.
Havas Media Group and Samba TV to integrate linear TV into company’s proprietary converged platform
With this partnership, HMG North America will become the first major agency holding company to fully integrate Samba TV’s rich television and gaming viewership data.
Dentsu partners with Decrypt to launch bespoke Web3 learning program for global employees and clients
Dentsu International has announced the development of the industry’s most comprehensive Web3 Center of Excellence (CoE), bringing together respected experts from across dentsu group with leading partners at the cutting-edge of Web3 development and governance.
SkyShowtime registers in The Netherlands, campaign starts
The streaming service SkyShowtime (from Paramount and Comcast) appears to have registered a Dutch registration for the streaming service with the Media Authority.
Mediahuis acquires Irish online comparison platform Switcher.ie
European media group Mediahuis has invested in the Irish online comparison market with the acquisition of Switcher.ie, a price comparison site for energy, telecom, loans and mortgages.
Mandy van der Wal becomes the Director of Audiohuis
Mandy van der Wal has been appointed as the new Director of Audiohuis. She will lead audio agency Audiohuis in the Netherlands. Until now, Van der Wal was Director of Video and Platforms at Mediahuis Nederland.
Claus Sonberg joins Statkraft as SVP Communication and Marketing
Claus Sonberg, partner in strategic analysis and consulting agency Zynk, has joined Statkraft as the company’s new Senior Vice President Corporate Communication and Marketing.
Paramount+ announces expansion into France and Germany
Paramount+, the global streaming service from Paramount Global has announced that the service will arrive in France on December 1, followed by Germany, Austria and Switzerland on December 8.
IRI expands media campaign evaluation to include omnichannel data
This enhancement will deliver more accurate measurement results and increased sales volume projections across omnichannel retail channels.
Mediahuis Ventures invests in German hiring intelligence platform HiPeople
HiPeople, founded in Berlin in 2019, automatically collects, analyses, and visualizes all critical data on a company’s candidates and recruiting process, in one single platform, creating a seamless experience for the recruiter as well as the candidate who interacts with HiPeople’s platform.
Channel 4 unveils all-new digital-first brand, Channel 4.0
The new content destination will be home to masses of fresh new social formats and returners, all rooted in youth culture, with playful mischief at their heart.
IMPACT+ and Teads partner to measure and reduce the carbon footprint of online advertising
Teads’ partners around the world can now leverage the partnership to learn about electricity consumption & greenhouse gas emissions of their campaigns.
Loop Media launches four new channels opening new content categories for viewers and advertisers
Viewers will learn everything from how to make spooktacular Halloween decorations, to learning about innovative kitchen gadgets, to shortcuts for keeping houseplants healthy
DPG Media, Mediahuis, RTL Nederland and Talpa Network to collaborate on research into personal data safety for users
With a data vault, the user can gain full control over access to his or her data.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: The implications of tightening ad budgets to the industry
Close to 30% of major advertisers say they’re cutting their ad budgets into next year with 74% said the economic downturn is influencing their 2023 budget decisions.
Burger King unveils campaign and modernized brand tagline: You Rule
Burger King® has unveiled its new brand positioning and campaign, kicking off with its modernized tagline, “You Rule.”
IPG MediaBrands expands signature media responsibility index
IPG Mediabrands and its intelligence arm MAGNA, has unveiled the 4th issue of its signature Media Responsibility Index (MRI 4.0), an initiative that strives to raise industry awareness and standards around harm reduction for brands and consumers in advertising.
[eMarketer] Lowe’s taps Yahoo as latest retail media network partner
Lowe’s is partnering with Yahoo to give advertisers on its One Roof Media Network access to more inventory, including off-site media placements, and improve omnichannel experiences, per a press release.
Verve Group’s Match2One launches shoplifty app giving merchants new ways to grow revenue
Match2One’s app is the first easy-to-use platform to drive additional revenue for merchants using Shopify.
[eMarketer] Netflix strikes measurement deal with DoubleVerify, Integral Ad Science
Netflix has announced that it’s bringing on DoubleVerify and Integral Ad Science as third-party measurement partners for its upcoming ad-supported tier, which is expected to launch sometime in November.
Steve Silvers joins Kantar to lead Creative and Media Solutions
Kantar, the global marketing data and analytics company has announced the appointment of Steve Silvers to lead the newly combined Creative & Media Solutions business.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: Meta’s proposed upgrades a win for content creators
These announcements while unique are also poised to benefit content creators.
dmg media selects Outbrain as exclusive recommendation partner
Smartlogic uses AI and machine learning, aiming to drive more relevant reader experiences within their feeds and better publisher outcomes.
RTL Group to keep its controlling stake in Groupe M6
The decision follows a review of strategic options after RTL Group received several financially attractive offers for its 48.3 per cent shareholding in Groupe M6.
Essence UK unveils sustainable programmatic marketplace to accelerate media decarbonization
The marketplace consists of trusted UK publishers with clear Net Zero strategies who have committed to decarbonizing their media supply and adopting GroupM’s framework for measuring and reducing carbon emissions.
TikTok available on Loop TV as new out of home channel
TikTok and Loop Media have teamed up to bring the platform’s highly engaging and entertaining content to over 12,500 Loop Players and devices across the United States, inviting patrons of bars, restaurants, retail shops and more to experience the joy of TikTok.
Hearst UK announces Art Tindsley as Head of HearstX
Hearst UK, the premium content and experience business, has announced the appointment of Art Tindsley as Head of HearstX – the business’s recently reimagined experiential division.
Cross Screen Media expands deal with Xandr to include cross-screen measurement for political advertisers
Cross Screen Media, a tech firm specializing in optimized local TV and CTV ad planning and measurement, has announced an expanded collaboration with Xandr, a technology platform that powers a global marketplace for premium advertising, to enable targeted campaign measurement and insights.
Loop Media Inc. expands distribution and content with new sports channel
Loop Media, Inc. has announced both expanded distribution to NBC Universal’s Peacock streaming service, and new channels for its SONIFI in-room partnership and its Loop for Business service.
DoubleVerify to provide third-party measurement tools to best buy
DoubleVerify, DV, a software platform for digital media measurement, data and analytics, has announced it is working with Best Buy Ads, the consumer electronic retailer’s in-house retail media network (RMN).
Roku partners with Nielsen to enable cross-media measurement of traditional TV, CTV and mobile ad campaigns
Now, marketers running ads with Roku can deduplicate campaign reach and frequency across all four screens in the home.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: Safeguarding data ethics in digital advertising
Pressure is mounting on brands to go beyond existing rules and apply a moral lens to the complex web of data-related marketing practices to develop more responsible, inclusive and ethical data practices.
Hivestack launches international export business arm in Spain
Agencies to partner with Hivestack for cross-border business include Anima Advertising and NewCom Horizons, as well as Matterkind via omnichannel DSP, The Trade Desk. To
EssenceMediacom names Benjamin Wei as China CEO
EssenceMediacom, GroupM’s newest media agency that combines Essence and MediaCom, has announced that it has appointed Benjamin Wei as China CEO for the merged agency, which launches in January 2023.
Hearst UK partners with Philips to create a beauty testing lab
Philips will take over Hearst UK’s dedicated testing facility in St Anne’s Court, Soho in London – the first time a brand has ever taken over the space.
ITV teams up with Travel Weekly to support holiday firms through exclusive Backing Business Fund
New and lapsed TV brands across the travel industry will be able to access an exclusive ring-fenced fund of £500,000 on a first-come, first-served basis if they meet qualifying criteria.
Targetspot doubles down on podcasts
A particularly dynamic segment of the digital audio industry, podcasts are now a major growth area for the Group.
Dentsu and Comscore partner to transact on advanced audiences in local TV
Comscore, Inc. has announced a partnership with dentsu enabling the agency network to shift local TV buying to a Comscore-based currency, which supports transactions on advanced audiences in all 210 local markets.
Streaming dominates UK television landscape, report
The rise of streaming in the UK is driven by viewers in the 18- to 34-year-old age group as 84 per cent favour streaming content over traditional TV.
Paramount Global announces ad sales leadership transition
Paramount Global has announced the appointment of Jo Ann as Chairman, Paramount Advertising, following 30 remarkable years at the company.
Segway-Ninebot awards integrated media duties to Essence in China
Essence has announced that it has been awarded integrated media duties for smart short-distance transportation and robotics company Segway-Ninebot in China
IAS integrates Good-Loop's green media technology to offer carbon emissions measurement for digital advertisers
Integral Ad Science, IAS, a global player in digital media quality, today announced a global partnership with purpose-led ad platform Good-Loop that will enable advertisers to measure the carbon emissions generated by their digital ad campaigns.
[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Senior Music Producer, Classic FM
Global is directly looking for a Senior Music Producer, Classic FM - Leicester Square, London
Paramount releases 2021-2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report
In addition to updated workforce and environmental impact data, this year's report gives a more detailed overview of the company's ESG governance practices, including Paramount's ESG Council governance structure.
RTL launches new career website to harmonize talent acquisition
Following the launch of RTL’s unified brand identity, RTL Group has taken the next step towards transforming RTL from a traditional broadcast brand to a leading entertainment brand across all digital platforms.
[eMarketer] How streaming video has surged in less than a decade
The rise of streaming video services has been pivotal in the move away from pay TV. By the end of 2024, for the first time, there will be more cord-free viewers than pay TV viewers in the US, per our forecast.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: The market value of addressable advertising
The world is experiencing growing interest and adoption of addressable advertising as brands maximize reach and frequency of their target audiences across their full video investment.
Unity appoints Media.Monks media agency of record
Unity, the global platform for creating and operating interactive, real-time 3D (RT3D) content, has selected Media.Monks as its media agency of record following a competitive RFP process.
Fox Television Stations and Comscore Partner to transact on advanced audiences in local TV
Comscore, Inc., a ccompany involved in planning, transacting, and evaluating media, has announced a partnership with FOX Television Stations (FTS) that will see the local TV broadcaster leverage a Comscore-based currency to support transactions on advanced audiences across its entire owned and operated footprint.
[Vacancy] Global is looking for an Agency Manager
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[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Podcast Account Manager
Global is directly looking for a Podcast Account Manager, DAX Supply - Leicester Square, London
[Vacancy] Global is looking for an Account Manager
Global is directly looking for an Account Manager, Field Based - London & South East
AiAdvertising engages MZ Group to lead strategic investor relations and shareholder communications programme
MZ Group will work closely with AiAdvertising management to develop and implement a comprehensive capital markets strategy designed to increase the Company’s visibility throughout the investment community.
Camelot selects OneView by Roku to help small-and-medium businesses expand into TV streaming advertising
As an early adopter and first certified partner, Camelot will use the data, tech, and tools from America’s number 1 TV streaming platform* to make it easy for SMBs to grow their businesses and achieve their marketing goals.
Havas Media Group named global media agency partner for Wolverine Worldwide
Havas Media Group (HMG)has announced that Wolverine Worldwide, one of the world’ marketers and licensors of branded casual, active lifestyle, work, athletic footwear and apparel, has named HMG as its global media agency partner following a four-month competitive review.
Mather Economics expands global footprint with new office in Belgium
In line with its continued efforts to expand solutions in Europe, Mather Economics has announced the opening of its new office in Antwerp, Belgium on October 1, 2022.
Rebel Foods appoints Essence as its integrated media agency
Essence’s scope of work includes strategy, analytics, media planning and media activation for the internet restaurant company’s brand marketing activities.
Farrow & Ball appoints Mindshare worldwide as global media agency to accelerate growth
Mindshare’s brief is to accelerate the brand’s growth in key global markets and support this with a full-service offer covering audience insight; strategy; business planning, analytics and attribution; performance planning and activation across all media channels.
Yahoo acquires algorithm-based news company The Factual
The Factual’s algorithm will provide Yahoo consumers with a first of its kind analysis of news stories by rating articles with a media bias and credibility score.
[eMarketer] Earlier podcast spots mean more site visits
Among US podcast ads, pre-roll spots generated about 5% more website visits during Q2 than those in the middle of an episode.
Dept acquires Australian digital product studio Two Bulls
Two Bulls, an award-winning digital product studio based in Australia, has joined DEPT, one of the fastest-growing digital agencies in the world.
MediaKind’s enhanced MK Engage Solution maximizes the power of live media content
Built on a modular framework, MK Engage covers the entire streaming pipeline from ingest to delivery, enabling sports franchises and live content providers to increase fan engagement opportunities while exploring new revenue streams.
Paramount+ set to launch in Italy
This launch, followed by Germany, Austria, Switzerland and France in the coming months will bring Paramount+ to all major European markets by the end of the year.”
Magazine publishing market to reach $2.71 billion by 2026, report
The adoption of magazines as a focused advertising platform is one of the key magazine publishing market trends contributing to market growth.
Loop Media partners With Hivestack to expand advertising business
Through this partnership, Loop will integrate its inventory into the Hivestack supply-side platform (SSP) to expand its advertising business by identifying and forming deep relationships with all the leaders in the SSP and Ad Exchange fields.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: Emerging opportunities in in-game advertising
But it also reveals the opportunities presented by in-game advertising that has reached a fever pitch this year and attracted the attention of major publishers.
Fiverr partners with Shutterstock to connect customers and freelancers to licensed assets
Fiverr International Ltd, the company that is revolutionizing how the world works together, has announced a partnership with Shutterstock to integrate its vast content of licensed assets on its platform.
Organización Radial Olímpica selects Triton Digital to optimize audio streaming
Organización Radial Olímpica will leverage Triton Digital’s audio streaming solutions to better generate content of interest to its audience, delivering an optimal listening experience across all platforms and devices, and creating bonds of loyalty with listeners.
Traditional media still strong among New Zealand’s rural audience but digital gaining ground, report
Data from Nielsen’s 2022 CMI Rural Survey shows New Zealand’s rural population are increasingly going online for content, turning to websites and social media to share it, and searching the web for the latest.
Entravision partners with LATV Networks to expand sales and marketing opportunities
Entravision, a global advertising solutions, media and technology company, today announced a strategic partnership with LATV Networks, a minority-owned and operated media company serving the Latino community as a content hub, talent incubator and cultural advocate.
ANTHYM Technologies partners with Publica's ad server to create advanced CTV advertising experience
Publica, a Connected TV (CTV) ad server owned by Integral Ad Science has announced a partnership with ANTHYM Technologies, a coalition of free, ad-supported streaming TV platforms.
ITV collaborates with North West industry leaders to grow the next generation of tech talent
ITV has announced that it is collaborating with leading employers in the North West, in their collective aim to grow and diversify the pool of technology talent in the region.
ITV Studios launches new programme for disabled writers to develop scripts
ITV Studios is launching its Disabled Writers in Development programme, aiming to elevate the talent pool of disabled writers to prepare them to be commissioned by ITV and the wider industry.
Serviceplan Group launches production entity to meet brands’ evolving needs
Independent agency group Serviceplan is bundling its potential in the new entity Serviceplan Make to create a unique service for clients, brands and products.
Loop Media unveils new interface for its Digital Out Of Home Loop player for businesses
Thousands of businesses depend on the Loop Player to stream music video, entertainment and information channels and control their digital signage and in-store messaging for free, increasing customer engagement and length of stay.
Havas Media Group names OpenX a preferred supply-side platform for programmatic ads
Havas Media Group (HMG) North America and OpenX Technologies, Inc., a global omnichannel advertising exchange, have announced that OpenX has been named a preferred supply-side platform for programmatic advertising bought by HMG on behalf of its clients across North America.
Essence appointed as integrated media agency for fast-moving consumer goods company Liby in China
Led out of Essence’s Shanghai office, the agency’s remit will include consulting, strategy, content innovation, media planning and media activation for all of Liby’s brand and performance marketing activities across the market.
RTL Group announces new management board for RTL Deutschland
RTL Group, an entertainment company, spanning all types of media: TV and streaming, print and digital, radio and podcasts, is reorganising the Management Board of RTL Deutschland.
EssenceMediacom names Urania Agas as Canada CEO
Agas elevates into this role from her existing remit as CEO of Mediacom Canada and will lead the merged agencies to ensure clients benefit from the new media network as it prepares for launch.
[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Senior Producer, Capital
Global is directly looking for a Senior Producer, Capital - Leicester Square, London
[Vacancy] Global is looking for an Outdoor Campaign Specialist (Entry Level)
Global is directly looking for an Outdoor Campaign Specialist (Entry Level), Glasgow
[Vacancy] Global is looking for an Account Manager
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Havas Media Group partners with Pubmatic to increase advertiser return on ad spend
PubMatic, an independent technology company delivering digital advertising’s supply chain of the future, has announced an expanded supply path optimization (SPO) partnership with Havas Media Group (HMG) North America.
Nexstar Media Group acquires The CW Network
Nexstar, together with its partner stations, is the nation’s largest local television broadcasting company and the largest CW affiliate group with 37 CW and CW Plus affiliates, including affiliates in five of the top ten DMAs, accounting for 32 percent of the Network’s national reach.
[eMarketer] A rapidly surging market for US digital retail media
US digital retail media ad spending will reach $61.15 billion by the end of our forecast period in 2024.
Niki Garner appointed Director of ITV Creative
ITV has announced the appointment of Mother’s Niki Garner as the new Director in charge of ITV’s in-house advertising agency, ITV Creative. Niki takes on the role following the departure of Matt Scarff earlier this year.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: How podcasts are powering the audio advertising market
Global audio advertising market is taking pride of place as audio becomes increasingly appealing for brand advertising since it can be presented in an open environment.
[eMarketer] How US brands leverage content creators
Content creators offer brands the opportunity to advertise in an inexpensive, targeted, and authentic way on social media.
EssenceMediacom names Jill Kelly as U.S. CEO
MediaCom’s U.S. current CEO, Sasha Savic, who has been in the role for the last ten years, has been promoted to EssenceMediacom’s Global Chief Innovation Officer, wherein he will be responsible for future-proofing the agency by identifying opportunities that bring together its products and services for clients across the globe.
[Vacancy] Hivestack is looking for an Integration Specialist - EMEA
Hivestack is directly looking for an Integration Specialist - EMEA
[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Publicity/PR Manager - LBC & Global Player
Global is directly looking for a Publicity/PR Manager - LBC & Global Player at Leicester Square, London
[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Broadcast Journalist - Leicester Square, London
Global is directly looking for a Broadcast Journalist - Leicester Square, London
Ranieri & Co. picks Veritonic to measure ad performance across its podcast network
Veritonic, the industry’s comprehensive audio research and analytics platform, has announced that Ranieri & Co., the ANZ podcast company, has selected its audio Attribution solution to enable the company and its clients to accurately track and measure podcast ad performance.
UK broadcaster ITV appoints Niki Garner as Director of ITV Creative
UK broadcaster ITV announced the appointment of Mother’s Niki Garner as the new Director in charge of ITV’s in-house advertising agency, ITV Creative.
Hivestack signs strategic partnership with PHD Media for DOOH in South Africa
Ad-tech company Hivestack announced a partnership with media and marketing communications agency PHD Media. This partnership enables PHD to integrate programmatic DOOH into the omnichannel strategies.
Paramount Global reports significant growth for its streaming platform Paramount+
Paramount Global has reported significant growth for its streaming platform Paramount+ for the first half of 2022.
Paramount appoints Pamela Kaufman CEO International Markets, Global Consumer Products & Experiences
This newly created position reports to Bob Bakish, President and CEO of Paramount, and reflects Paramount's ongoing strategy of globalizing its operations. Raffaele Annecchino has decided to leave the company in his role as President and CEO of Paramount International Networks, Studios and Streaming.
OvareGroup invests in creative agency Togetherwith
OvareGroup, a media and marketing communications holding company, has announced its significant investment in Togetherwith, a global full-service ad agency.
[eMarketer] Consumers curb media subscriptions as cost of living jumps
Consumers worldwide are rethinking their subscriptions for streaming and other services as they feel the squeeze from inflation and rising interest rates.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: Marketing talent crisis slams the brakes on growth
In what is creating jitters in the marketing industry, close to half (48%) of all advertisers, agencies, ad tech companies and media owners think the industry is facing its “worst-ever crisis” when it comes to talent.
Antin acquires UK outdoor media infrastructure company Wildstone
Antin Infrastructure Partners has announced today that Antin Flagship Fund IV has agreed to acquire Wildstone, the owner of independent outdoor media infrastructure in the UK, from DigitalBridge Group. Wildstone marks Flagship Fund IV’s final investment.
Kantar and SINOMONITOR partner to improve access to TGI consumer insight data
Kantar and SINOMONITOR have jointly announce a new data sharing partnership, aimed at helping their respective clients better understand their growth markets.
ELLE UK unveils new sections and design refresh
With Grammy-award winning singer Lizzo as its cover star, the issue centres on the theme of reinvention and invites readers to reimagine new possibilities for tomorrow, including the way women live, love, work, or dress.
GAC Motor selects Essence China as integrated media agency for international business
Essence has been awarded integrated media agency of record duties by automobile company GAC Motor.
Xandr and emetriq power MagentaTV audience targeting in Connected TV
Xandr and emetriq, a German data provider and subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom, have partnered to make real audience targeting across publishers in Connected TV, CTV, possible for the first time.
FILA chooses Havas Sports & Entertainment Italia as advisor
Havas Sports & Entertainment Italia (HSE), the sports marketing team of the Havas Media Group, has signed a multi-year agreement with FILA, a sports and leisure footwear & apparel brand with worldwide distribution.
ITV signs up to Valuable 500’s leadership programme for disabled talent
The leadership programme is designed to drive disability inclusion with the aim of getting companies to build a community of disabled talent who can share their experiences and inform leaders about how to make businesses more inclusive.
Nielsen launches four-screen ad deduplication which will be used for YouTube
Nielsen Four-Screen Ad Deduplication methodology enables media buyers to more clearly understand and better compare YouTube reach inclusive of connected TV (CTV) to linear TV ad buys.
Kohl’s expands advertising opportunities with Kohl’s Media Network
The retail media network harnesses Kohl’s omnichannel presence, knowledge of its customer base, and 60-year history in retail to connect brands with their intended audiences and provide valuable business insights that demonstrate measurable results.
MGID and G/O Media announce exclusive multi-year partnership
MGID, a global advertising platform, has announced an exclusive multi-year agreement with premium digital publishing power-house G/O Media.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: Measuring the value and worth of brands
Brands continue to outsmart each other in the eyes of consumers as competition across social media, service delivery and sustainable practices heats up.
Havas Media Group launches Havas Market in Singapore
Designed to create a more meaningful shopping experience for consumers, Havas Market provides an end-to-end solution that aims to support clients looking to transform their commerce approach in order to reach an engaged audience across a highly competitive category.
A third of users are likely to cancel a streaming subscription in the next year, study
The Global Streaming Study by Simon-Kucher & Partners shows that close to two thirds of US users have either canceled a subscription or are likely to cancel a subscription in the next 12 months.
Comcast Advertising reveals how free ad-supported streaming TV is changing the TV advertising landscape
Comcast Advertising has released a new report entitled “Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV: Why More Advertisers (and Consumers) Are Going F.A.S.T.”
Hivestack launches programmatic Digital Out of Home (DOOH) marketplace in South Africa, inks partnership with Xaxis
Xaxis South Africa has announced it’s partnership with Hivestack, the world’s programmatic digital out of home (DOOH) ad tech company, to drive the future of OOH solution in the South Africa market.
Financial Times appoints Essence to handle media planning, buying and strategy
The move aims to focus on a single customer view to improve the end-to-end consumer experience and extend the customer lifetime value of Financial Times readers.
Targetspot signs video partnership with ShowHeroes
Targetspot, a global player in AdTech and digital audio monetisation, has announced a highly promising agreement with ShowHeroes, an independent video solutions provider.
GroupM introduces global framework for media decarbonization
GroupM, WPP’s media investment group, has introduced the approach it will take to measure and reduce ad-based carbon emissions using a newly developed global carbon measurement framework.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: The price brands pay to acquire customers
Customer acquisition costs have increased by as much as 60% in the last five years according to industry estimates.
Australian department store chain reappoints essence to handle its media business
The Melbourne-based account includes media strategy, and Myer’s full online and offline planning and investment duties.
Horizon Media partners with Sourcepoint to help drive privacy-first advertising
Sourcepoint’s proprietary platform allows advertisers to ensure media quality by analyzing how media inventory suppliers comply with consumer privacy regulations like CCPA and GDPR.
Teads partners with Nexstar Digital to deliver inread advertising technology and monetization capabilities
The new partnership covers a majority of Nexstar Digital’s portfolio including local station websites and apps, NewsNation, and The Hill. This allows Nexstar Digital to scale its online inRead inventory, while increasing video and display ad monetization.
ITV publishes Diversity Acceleration Plan Report
ITV has published its Diversity Acceleration Plan report 2022, detailing progress so far, the next phase of its Diversity and Inclusion strategy, and a new target for colleagues from working-class backgrounds.
Mindshare launches campaign measurement solution to drive good growth
The new solution uses Machine Learning to analyze various elements and strategies behind an ad such as objective, targeting, placement type and position, creative format, and quality ranking, to predict ad recall lift potential and assess the quality of the creative for any campaign.
Hearst Magazines International launches print edition of Harper’s BAZAAR Italy
Hearst Magazines International has launched the print edition of Harper’s BAZAAR Italy, further expanding the iconic fashion brand’s digital, social and experiential presence in the Italian market.
Plus Media Solutions brings data-driven impact to brands and content providers
The impact management system includes end-to-end services helping entities — large or small, nonprofit or corporation — develop and execute data-driven marketing and sustainability strategies.
Founders &.agency launch &.media group
&.media group is a full service media & content group with its headquarters in Amsterdam.
ITV acquires Plimsoll Productions, an independent natural history TV producer
Founded in Bristol in 2013, the centre of excellence for natural history programming, the Bafta, Emmy and Academy award winning producer has produced hundreds of hours of content which is watched, and sold, in nearly 200 countries.
Reddit selects DoubleVerify as first full suite verification and measurement partner
DoubleVerify, DV, a software platform for digital media measurement, data and analytics, has announced a first-of-its kind, exclusive partnership with Reddit to enable media verification and maximize advertiser performance across its dynamic, user generated content environment.
[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Network Producer, Heart
Global is directly looking for a Network Producer, Heart at Leicester Square - London
Havas Media Group launches new global B2B division, Havas Business
Havas Media Group (HMG) has unveiled Havas Business, a new global offering which aims to disrupt B2B marketing with a ‘boardroom-ready’ marketing solution that unlocks meaningful value and growth in B2B for brands.
SmartMedia Technologies joins Amazon Advertising Partner Network
As an Amazon Advertising partner, SMT is dedicated to executing the best possible service and results for its current and future client roster.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: Brands train eyes on influencer advertising
As smartphones and internet technologies become increasingly accessible, brands are training their eyes on influencer advertising that continues to gain traction. This is according to a recent report by Stockapps.
WPP creates Design Bridge and Partners
Launching in January 2023, the new company will enable clients to leverage a full range of industry-leading design expertise, driving growth and transformation through consumer, business, lifestyle and experience design.
Hearst UK appoints Alison Forth Director of PR and Communications
Premium content and experience business, Hearst UK, has announced the appointment of Alison Forth as Director of PR and Communications.
DIRECTV taps Yahoo Unified Ad Tech to unlock advanced TV opportunities
Against the backdrop of an increasingly fragmented advanced TV landscape, DIRECTV Advertising and Yahoo announced today that they are teaming up to provide buyers with a more seamless way to access addressable TV and streaming inventory.
DoubleVerify launches new carbon emissions measurement offering
The DV/Scope3 partnership will provide advertiser and agency customers with a comprehensive campaign-based carbon footprint metric via DV’s flagship service and analytics platform, DV Pinnacle®.
Channel 4 challenges UK advertisers to improve disabled representation in advertising campaigns
Channel 4’s 2022 Diversity in Advertising Award returns this year to tackle the ongoing lack of authentic representation and portrayal of disabled people in TV advertising.
Mediacom Communications renews carriage agreement with Paramount Global
The deal features renewed carriage of Paramount’s portfolio of broadcast, entertainment, news, and sports networks
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: The changing content consumption trends
Content consumers are now paying more attention to advertisements when they are engaged in the content the ad is placed within.
DPG Media launches new subsidiary, Aimwel
The service grew out of DPG Media's expertise and experience to create B2C campaigns that integrate well across niche sites, display and social media.
Emerald acquires Advertising Week Global Event Platform
Emerald Holding, Inc. has announced that it has completed the acquisition of all of the assets comprising the business known as Advertising Week from Stillwell Partners.
[eMarketer] Creators will be the centerpiece of YouTube’s growth efforts
Creators are the lifeblood of YouTube, and it’s becoming increasingly clear that they have the power to move audiences to new features or formats, as well as sway purchase decisions.
Paramount+ unveils global expansion strategy
The launch is an important step for Paramount+. It’s the start of its expansion into Europe, and the chance to bring Paramount Global’s portfolio of iconic TV shows and blockbuster movies to a new audience.
dunnhumby appoints Stacy Gratz as Regional Managing Director for Media
dunnhumby, a global player in Customer Data Science, has appointed Stacy Gratz as Regional Managing Director for Media, to lead strategic media planning and sales in the UK region, for the Tesco Media & Insight Platform.
Dentsu, Accenture, Netflix win at Cannes Lions 2022
The new Creative B2B Lions, were awarded, alongside the Direct Lions, Media Lions, Creative Data Lions, PR Lions, and Social & Influencer Lions.
Volkswagen unveils TikTok channel
Volkswagen's transformation into a tech company will now be accompanied by a TikTok channel called "newauto" - the name of the Group's strategy.
Essence drives Nationwide win with an integrated approach to creative and media
GroupM’s Essence has won the Nationwide media business as part of a new integrated agency team structure across the WPP network that brings creative, media and advanced data and analytics together to drive unique marketing results for the Fortune 100 company.
[eMarketer] Digital audio takes up an increasing share of US digital media time
Digital audio has been taking up more than an hour per day of US adults’ time since 2016, and 2022 will be another year of solid growth.
DPG Media’s Campus 19 opens its doors in Antwerp
The campus that teaches its students to program in an innovative, autonomous way also wants to provide an answer in Flanders to the growing shortage of IT employees.
Paramount+ invests in local content, expanding its pipeline of premium international originals
The news comes in advance of Paramount+’s expansion to the UK and Ireland on June 22, Italy in September, Germany, Switzerland, Austria (GSA) and France in December.v
[eMarketer] Streaming services are likely to win bigger share of upfront ad spending
Though traditional TV networks are the primary players in the US upfronts, streaming services will likely emerge as the prime beneficiaries this year.
Winners announced on day one of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2022
The winners of the Pharma Lions, Health & Wellness Lions, Outdoor Lions, Print & Publishing Lions and Radio & Audio Lions were all announced during the first live Awards Show of the week.
Spotter and Havas Media enable brands to invest in diverse creators directly
Spotter, the company fueling the creator economy on YouTube, and Havas Media Group (HMG), the media experience agency, have announced a partnership enabling brands to put money directly into the hands of diverse creators.
GroupM announces senior leadership appointments
The new appointments include global leaders for operations, transformation, product, people and clients, as well as a new global CEO at outcome media specialist Xaxis, which forms part of the new organization.
Publicis Groupe launches retail media platform
Publicis Groupe has announced the launch of CitrusAd, powered by Epsilon, the industry-first self-serve retail media platform that unites CitrusAd’s on-site and Epsilon’s off-site capabilities in a single user interface.
Procter & Gamble’s initiative creates opportunities for black filmmakers
It is also stepping up to build on the impact created in the inaugural year of Widen the Screen to reach all diverse creators, to Widen our View for, and drive accurate portrayal of, all underrepresented communities.
Permutive brings publishers, brands, and adtech partners together to deliver responsible advertising
The responsible web infrastructure comes at a critical time when consumers are increasingly opting out of sharing their information for advertising.
iO acquires content marketing agency LVB
creative digital agency iO has acquired Amersfoort-based ontent marketing agency LVB. LVB which was awarded a SAN Accent earlier this month, and iO see massive opportunities to help clients to excel in the areas of strategy, content and creation, marketing, and technology.
GroupM provides roadmap for audience measurement partners
Following an Upfront season that lacked significant conversation about measurement, GroupM has developed a roadmap for audience measurement partners to drive the industry towards improved measurement standards.
Mediahuis CEO Gert Ysebaert elected vice-president of INMA board of directors
The International News Media Association (INMA) has elected Gert Ysebaert as vice-president of its governing board of directors at its annual business meeting.
Connected TV advertising now the fastest growing video ad platform, report
It focuses on how media, sports, and entertainment companies should respond to the post-COVID world, by both capitalizing on existing opportunities and transforming their business to remain attractive to consumers.
Media owners advertising revenues will grow above pre-COVID level in 2022, forecast
Globally, media owners’ advertising revenues will grow by over 9.2% this year to nearly $828 billion, that is 32% above the pre-COVID level of 2019 according to MAGNA’s “Global Ad Forecast”
AD launches new video-on-demand platform 'Play'
DPG Media’s sports and entertainment platform , AD, recently launched a brand new video-on-demand platform on the site and in the app: Play.
Adobe unveils analytics to deliver customer insights from streaming media and the metaverse
Adobe has announced new services in Adobe Analytics, delivering a single workspace for brands to unify data and insights across all media types, now including the metaverse and streaming media.
Starcom promotes Sophie Barr and Danny Weitzkorn to Managing Partners
Starcom has promoted Sophie Barr and Danny Weitzkorn to Managing Partners, welcoming them onto the Starcom UK Leadership team led by CEO Nadine Young.
GroupM partners with media companies to create new standards in connected tv measurement
GroupM, WPP's media investment group, has partnered with media companies across the advertising industry to create new standards in streaming viewability and CTV measurement.
Fiverr enters into ad industry in partnership with creative platform Togetherr
The platform, designed and built by Fiverr, and backed by visionaries, uses proprietary technology, the Creative Genome, to construct award-winning teams, from an exclusive group of creative talent.
[eMarketer] Amazon ends $7.7 billion quest to purchase cricket rights
According to those familiar with the situation, the commerce and media giant decided to walk away from the auction rather than engage in competitive bidding.
[Marketing Report] Bob Koigi: How Augmented Reality ads are influencing consumers’ purchasing decisions
As technology evolves, brands world over continue to recognize and harness the power and capabilities of Augmented Reality (AR) Lenses, which allow consumers to enhance the world around them.
ELLE UK and Nike in a campaign to celebrate UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 Championship
The campaign, which celebrates football at all levels, is brought to life with three limited-edition ELLE UK covers featuring inspiring women who are leading change in the sport to create the future of football, both on and off the pitch.
Balance between ads and content optimizes user attention, study
Havas Media Group and Teads have unveiled “Project Trinity,” a collaborative research study on the drivers of user engagement in publisher environments.
Australia’s SBS adopts Xandr’s video header bidding solution
Xandr has announced that Special Broadcasting Service (SBS), Australia’s most diverse broadcaster, has expanded the use of its sell side platform Monetize SSP to include Prebid Server Premium.
DPG Media makes Tweakers third-party tracking-free
By disabling third-party visitor tracking and moving to contextual advertising, the website can better serve both advertisers and visitors.
Comscore adds CTV Measurement to Video Metrix Multi-Platform in Europe
As a result, Comscore is the first international measurement provider to deliver complete audience measurement across YouTube’s largest platforms at the device level–PC, mobile and connected TV.
Anouk Mertens appointed member of the Mediahuis supervisory board of directors
The career of Anouk Mertens started in 1998 and largely took place in the media industry.
Eneco appoints Publicis Groupe Benelux as new lead agency
Publicis Groupe Benelux will work on energy company Eneco’s brand positioning and associated cross-media campaigns within the Netherlands and Belgium.
ITV and Twitter sign multi-year partnership with expanded content offering for UK audiences
ITV and Twitter have announced a new multi-year content partnership in the United Kingdom, which will bring the best of the broadcaster’s output to the platform alongside new bespoke content activations.
NVJ and DPG Media reach agreement on work code for freelancers
The base rates for photojournalists in the region will be increased to 65 euros per assignment and all rates for both photojournalists and writing journalists will be indexed.
Global digital video content market to reach $391 billion by 2027, report
Keeping in mind the uncertainties of COVID-19, they are continuously tracking and evaluating the direct as well as the indirect influence of the pandemic on different end use industries.
My Code launches entity to help brands create inclusive marketing content for the LGBTQ+ community
This addition allows My Code to continue working with brands to ensure that increasing populations of diverse audiences are accurately and thoughtfully represented.
Havas Media Group partners with Lumen Research to measure and optimize attention at global scale
Havas Media Group has announced a global partnership with Lumen Research that will create bespoke tools to plan, measure, buy and optimize attention.
Mindshare launches precisely human intelligence to help accelerate good growth for brands
Mindshare, the media services company that is part of WPP, has launched Precisely Human Intelligence (PHI) - a new suite of machine learning products that help brands better understand the motivations, mindsets and emotions that drive consumer decision-making and then buy those audiences at scale.
Hello Media selects Hivestack to offer unique solutions for programmatic buyers across Korea
Hivestack, the world’s independent programmatic digital out of home (DOOH) ad tech company has announced a partnership with Hello Media, Korea’s largest digital out of home media provider within hospitals and medical centers.
Essence appointed as global media agency of record for MPB
MPB, the world’s largest platform for used photography and videography equipment, has announced the appointment of data and measurement led media agency Essence as its global agency of record.
Emma Morris named Head of Investment at Starcom UK
Starcom UK, part of Publicis Media, has announced the promotion of Emma Morris to the role of Head of Investment.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: Brands take sustainability agenda to the next level
There has been a spirited effort by global brands to achieve carbon neutrality and embrace sustainability guided by the principle of planet, people and profits.
Media platform Teads appoints Natalie Bastian as Global Chief Marketing Officer
Teads, the global media platform, announced the appointment of Natalie Bastian to Global Chief Marketing Officer, to lead the company’s worldwide marketing team and strengthen its position as a global technology business.
BWZ Media Appoints COO ahead of further expansion plans
Vancouver based media technology company Black + White Zebra (BWZ), has announced that it has appointed industry veteran Philip Gray to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer (COO).
TikTok and Sprinklr expand partnership to help brands scale organic and paid content
Sprinklr was TikTok’s first advertising partner in 2020, and the addition of the Content Marketing Specialty makes Sprinklr the only platform capable of helping marketers manage, execute, and optimize both organic and paid content campaigns on TikTok.
[eMarketer] Digital formats to drive Western Europe’s media ad spending
Spending across digital ad formats, including display, search, and classified categories, will rise acutely this year. Across the region, display will boost its lead over search, aided by rising spending on video ads.
Havas Media Group partners with LiveRamp to create data collaboration solution
Havas Media Group (HMG) North America partnered with LiveRamp to create the first-ever agency-level data collaboration solution on its Converged platform.
MTV Entertainment Studios unveils lineup of over 90 new and returning series across Paramount Media Networks and Paramount+
With half of the top ten series on cable and a slew of #1 hits from scripted to adult animation to reality – MTVE's upcoming series, films and specials tap into themes that are resonating with today's global audiences including family dynamics, love & relationships and social experimentation.
[eMarketer] Podcast listener diversity nearly matches the US population
The racial breakdown of monthly podcast listeners is almost identical to the spread of the US population, according to new Edison Research data.
Tiktok to launch ad product for brands to crowdsource content from creators
TikTok is launching a new ad product called ‘Branded Mission’ that will enable brands to crowdsource content from creators and turn top-performing videos into ads.
RRD launches editorial solutions service for access to copywriters and content strategists
Designed to support organizations with the depth and capabilities they need, Helium manages a North American-based talent pool of specialized writers to offer the following copy-driven services:
TV measurement and analytics company 605 and VIZIO announce extended agreement
The extended partnership will support 605’s measurement, attribution, and reporting capabilities through the continued delivery and use of Inscape’s data set.
Streaming records double growth globally, report
In mature markets like the US and Europe, viewers are upscreening from small devices to Smart TVs, setting the foundation for streaming to overtake linear TV on the big screen.
Pluto TV launches in Nordics, unveils programming line-up
The service unveiled a vast programming line-up that features more than 70 unique and locally curated channels now live in each country.
NielsenIQ unveils retail media solution to measure ROI for retailers
NielsenIQ Activate is comprised of dedicated applications for hyper-targeted audience building, offer and ads management, and end-to-end measurement.
Hearst UK launches new experiences division – HearstX
HearstX will create experiences for both the physical and the digital worlds, leveraging emerging technology including VR and AR, as well as repurposing the business’ flagship brand events into bespoke, curated experiences.
New Viant and IRIS.TV partnership brings exclusive TV segments to marketers
Viant Technology Inc. a people-based advertising software company, has partnered with IRIS.TV, the only data platform built for video.
IPG Mediabrands’ Rapport and Quotient announce Out-of-Home tech partnership
This partnership drives the expansion of Rapport’s offerings to include a real-time, data-driven programmatic approach to digital out-of-home (DOOH) with the ability to leverage Mediabrands proprietary audiences.
Conviva to unveil streaming audience measurement standard
This expansion is in partnership with premium streaming providers using Conviva’s real-time cloud sessionization technology.
Channel 4 and YouTube sign pioneering content and commercial partnership
The new deal represents a major step in Channel 4’s digital transformation as it continues to make significant strides against its five-year Future4 strategy.
Vistar Media acquires Sage+Archer to accelerate programmatic OOH across Europe
Through this deal, Sage+Archer gains a strategic influx of capital to accelerate growth across Europe, now backed by Vistar’s global programmatic marketplace.
Alchimie partners with LG Channels to bolster its footprint in Europe on the AVOD and FAST markets
In the same logic as its partnership with Samsung TV Plus, several million LG Smart TV users in Germany, the UK, France, Spain and Italy now have free access to 23 channels distributed by Alchimie.
EssenceMediacom names key global leadership positions for merged agency
The leadership team represents an equitable balance of the brightest and best global leaders from across Essence and MediaCom.
DPG Media becomes co-owner of new streaming platform Whisper
Whisper is a partnership between, among others, Dutch publishers and bookshops, linking a large network of writers, columnists, journalists, reviewers and booksellers.
[eMarketer] Spotify is the digital audio platform of choice in the US
About two-thirds of the US population ages 12 and older listens to digital audio at least once per week, up 5 percentage points from 2021.
Flemish media sector joins forces for new cross-media measurement system
The new system will combine data from linear media channels, social media, media websites and apps. The new system will measure the consumption of audio, video, sites and socials on all screens for the same media user.
Podcast advertising effectiveness is soaring, survey
Seventy five percent of podcast listeners were happy with the purchase they had made from podcast ads, a study from Voices has shown.
[Marketing Week] Bob Koigi: Making a case for carbon neutral advertising
As companies target ways to minimize their carbon footprints and achieve climate goals and commitments, global programmatic brands and agencies are working on carbon neutral advertising campaigns.
Netflix to introduce ads
To address the declining growth in subscribers, the company’s executives are considering an ad-supported tier to the service.
Vice Media unveils Metaverse headquarters
The virtual building will be open to multiple VMG businesses including Virtue and VICE and act as a permanent residence for the group in Decentraland.
Italian manufacturer Piaggio selects Publicis Groupe Belgium as media agency
Piaggio is a world-renowned Italian manufacturer, based in Pontedera, near Pisa, that produces engines as well as motorcycles, scooters and mopeds. Piaggio is notably the inventor of the scooter, the famous Vespa.
Adwoa Dadzie named Chief People Officer of Hearst Magazines
Dadzie joins Hearst Magazines with more than 15 years of experience working across various functions in human resources, most recently serving as vice president, head of people experience for the fitness and lifestyle brand SoulCycle.
The Trade Desk adds more publishers to OpenPath initiative connecting them with advertisers
Publishers including BuzzFeed, Los Angeles Times, Forbes, Mediavine and Red Ventures, whose publishing brands include Healthline Media and CNET, have now joined the initiative.
Havas Media partners with the Institute of Advertising Ethics to offer ethics certification to global staff and clients
Havas Media Group has become the first agency to offer the Institute of Advertising Ethics’ (IAE) Certified Ethical Advertising Executive (CEAE) course to staff and clients globally at no cost.
BWZ Media acquires London-based SaaS Lead-Generation Company Crozdesk
Vancouver-based media company Black and White Zebra (BWZ), has announced the acquisition of London, UK-based SaaS lead-generation company Crozdesk, with its newly launched vendor platform SoftwareSelect.
IRI partners with TikTok to provide granular media measurement solutions for advertisers
Through this partnership, IRI will incorporate TikTok's aggregated, privacy-centric advertising reports into its marketing effectiveness solution, IRI Marketing Mix.
DoubleVerify earns accreditation for independent third-party viewability reporting on YouTube
YouTube is a critical channel for advertisers to reach their audiences.
[Marketing week] Bob Koigi: Bridging advertising skills gap
With the urgent need for highly skilled and diverse talent in the advertising industry and the growing role of technology in redefining modern day advertising, companies and brands are looking at innovative ways of bridging the skills gap.
Quantcast and MediaCom partner to fill skills gap and advertising talent pipeline
Quantcast, a global advertising technology company, has announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with GroupM's MediaCom, whereby MediaCom guarantees qualified applicants who earn a Quantcast Academy certification an interview for open roles at MediaCom.
Xandr enables multiple TV currencies for data-driven linear campaigns
This capability will enable customers to seamlessly activate their preferred viewership or engagement data currency for data-driven linear campaigns using Xandr’s buy and sell-side advanced TV platforms, Invest TV and Monetize TV.
[eMarketer] Rising podcast listenership draws advertising dollars
Podcast listening is up, and advertisers are taking notice. US podcast ad spending is rising at double-digit percentage rates yearly and will top $2 billion next year and reach $3 billion by 2026.
[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Social Media Editor Radio X - London
Global is directly looking for a Social Media Editor Radio X - London
[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Broadcast Journalist - Milton Keynes
Global is directly looking for a Broadcast Journalist - Milton Keynes
[Vacancy] Global is looking for a Commercial Talent Director - London
Global is directly looking for a Commercial Talent Director - London
GroupM announces next steps to accelerate innovation and simplify operations
GroupM, WPP’s media investment group, has announced the latest steps in its transformation to accelerate innovation for clients and further simplify its operations.
ELLE and Esquire UK partner with Audi for multi-platform ‘Style with Meaning’ campaign
The campaign combines both magazines for the first time with a special 16-page flip print supplement, alongside bespoke digital and video content.
MediaCom merges operations with Essence to become EssenceMediacom
Clients will be able to leverage an expanded global organization founded by two agencies that are strategic complements.
Guillaume Collard appointed CEO of RTL Belgium
The appointment is part of the ambition to accelerate the digital transformation of RTL Belgium's radio and television channels and to steer the cooperation with the new shareholders on the right track.
Paramount partners with YouTube for global livestream of TOP Gun: Maverick
Paramount Global has announced an exclusive partnership with YouTube to livestream the world premiere event of the Paramount Pictures theatrical release, Top Gun: Maverick.
[eMarketer] Over a third of US Netflix users don’t pay full price, if at all
The majority, or63%, pay full cost, while 14% share the fee with other users. Netflix’s challenge is to figure out how to get freeloaders to pay their dues.
M-net, miecom bring fiber optic internet to Altenmünster, Germany
Bavaria's fiber optic provider M-net is building a fiber optic network in Altenmünster in the Augsburg district together with the regional network operator miecom-Netzservice.
PFL expands global content distribution with Viaplay partnership in the Nordics, Baltics, Poland and the Netherlands
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) and Viaplay have agreed to an exclusive broadcast partnership to feature the 2022 PFL Regular Season, Playoffs and PFL World Championship on Viaplay.
8 European publishers selected for Google News Initiative Subscriptions Academy 2022
The International News Media Association (INMA), Google, and FT Strategies kicked off the third edition of the Google News Initiative (GNI) Subscriptions Academy for Europe
Viaplay adds NHL and KSW rights to UK sports streaming offering
Viaplay will become home to the National Hockey League (NHL) and KSW mixed martial arts (MMA) in the UK. Up to 1,400 games from the world's best ice hockey league will be shown on Viaplay every year until 2027.
Viaccess-Orca and Google Cloud usher in cloud-native era for the TV industry
Viaccess-Orca (VO), a global leader providing OTT and TV platforms, content protection, and advanced data solutions, announced a new collaboration with Google Cloud to streamline TV and video service deployments and operations.
ITV Studios appoints Charlotte van Weede as Sales Director Global Entertainment
ITV Studios announced the appointment of established media sales expert Charlotte van Weede as Sales Director of its Global Entertainment business with immediate effect.
Netflix number of subscribers no longer increasing
The number of subscribers at Netflix is no longer increasing. The number of subscribers was 221.64 million at the end of March 2022, 200,000 less than at the end of December 2021.
Kevel Launches Ad Platform Academy to help publishers launch ads
By equipping companies with both ad APIs to build their platform and the business insights needed to grow it, Kevel helps any company effectively monetize its digital properties.
Havas Media launches e-commerce offering to help marketers drive growth
Havas Market’s offering stretches far beyond media into e-commerce strategy, operations, analytics, and customer experience.
ITV launches new initiative to collaborate with young content creators
From graphic designers to animators, editors and social media wizards, ITV's BluePrint Network will collaborate with creatives aged 16-34 to produce digital content that will live on their social media platforms.
Hearst Newspapers names Patty Michalski Senior Vice President of content strategy and innovation
Hearst Newspapers has announced that Patty Michalski has been named senior vice president of content strategy and innovation.
DPG Media and Groupe Rossel finalize acquisition of RTL Belgium
The takeover fits in with the ambition to structurally strengthen the media landscape in French-speaking Belgium.
Property House Marketing appoints Lisa Flounders as Managing Director
Property House Marketing (PHM) has announced the appointment of Lisa Flounders as Managing Director with its founder Nikki Ackerley taking on the role of Chairman.
Mediahuis invests in Finnish proptech startup Skenariolabs
European media group Mediahuis is investing in the Finnish company Skenariolabs, a fast-growing start-up that predicts the future of sustainable real estate, based on data and artificial intelligence (AI).
Finixio launches new products in Balkan, German and Japanese markets
UK-based Finixio has successfully launched new products targeting the Balkan, German and Japanese markets.
Dutch telecom regulator to auction regional commercial FM licenses
Dutch telecom regulator Agentschap Telecom (AT), announced it will soon distribute a number of licenses for regional commercial radio stations.
Hivestack advances programmatic DOOH marketplace in Italy
Hivestack, the world’s leading, independent, programmatic digital out of home (DOOH) ad tech company has today announced an expansion of its programmatic operations in Italy.
[Vacancy] Mediahuis is looking for an Investment Associate
Mediahuis is directly looking for an Investment Associate (Amsterdam/Antwerpen)
Paramount Global announces redemption of approximately $1.0 billion notes
Paramount Global announced that it would redeem all of its outstanding 3.50% senior notes due January 15, 2025 (the "3.50% notes") and a portion of its outstanding 4.750% senior notes due May 15, 2025.
VIZIO introduces jump ads to connect linear TV with streaming
Jump Ads give participating programmers and brands the ability to present an interactive overlay at the conclusion of linear TV programs, directing viewers into a supporting app on VIZIO’s operating system to continue their viewing experience.
[Vacancy] Paramount is looking for a Content Rating Coordinator
Paramount is directly looking for a Content Rating Coordinator (3 months temporary contract)
Klarna appoints MediaCom as global media agency of record
The agency’s remit excludes North America, where Havas Media Group won the retained account last December.
European digital publisher Axel Springer selects Outbrain to power its sponsored content recommendations
Outbrain Inc., a recommendation technology company, has announced it had been selected by Axel Springer, Europe’s digital publisher, to power its sponsored content recommendations – placing it among Outbrain’s top ten publisher partners.
Cirrus Streaming launches new interactive streaming app for broadcasters worldwide
Cirrus Streaming provides the live streaming app to broadcasters free of charge, allowing them to offer their listeners a dedicated listening experience through the iOS and Android-friendly app.
ITV announces new £80 million Diversity Commissioning Fund
ITV has also created a new £500k development fund to develop ideas that will qualify for the Diversity Commissioning Fund.
Outbrain expands partnership with Japan’s Sankei Digital in multiyear deal
Outbrain Inc. a recommendation technology company, has announced its expanded partnership with Sankei Digital, one of the largest digital publishers in Japan.
605 to deliver advanced audiences in collaboration with Xandr
As the industry shifts away from traditional guarantees based on age and gender demographic ratings, Advanced Audiences will allow advertisers to define television audiences with greater precision using first- or third-party data.
Streaming adoption grows in Europe despite quality and advertising challenges, Conviva report
While Europe as a whole experienced a 20% increase in streaming viewership, Southern and Western Europe saw roughly double that growth with 44% and 34%, respectively.
Outbrain expands partnership with Microsoft to boost business outcomes for media owners and advertisers
Outbrain Inc. a web recommendation platform has announced the expansion of its global partnership with Microsoft utilizing Microsoft Azure and encompassing business, technology and services.
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[Marketing Week] Investing in ethical and responsible advertising
As consumers increasingly complain about growing misinformation, brands are heightening interventions meant to protect their long-term brand values and their short-term business results.
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