Dubai launches AI seal to certify trusted AI firms.
The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) has launched the “Dubai AI Seal” to certify trusted AI companies and position Dubai as a global AI leader. Introduced under the directives…
TikTok resumes U.S. operations after Trump’s efforts to restore access.
TikTok has resumed services for U.S. users after President-elect Donald Trump announced the app would be allowed back online following his inauguration. The platform, which had faced potential shutdown due…
TikTok shuts down for U.S. users.
The U.S. implemented a nationwide ban on TikTok, preventing internet providers and app stores from offering the app. Despite reports suggesting a gradual phase-out, TikTok shut down on its own…
T-Mobile acquires Vistar Media for $600 million to transform DOOH.
T-Mobile announced a $600M acquisition of Vistar Media, a leading provider of digital-out-of-home (DOOH) ad-tech solutions, to enhance its advertising capabilities. This deal integrates Vistar’s platform for managing campaigns across…
The Trade Desk to acquire Sincera for enhanced digital advertising insights.
The Trade Desk has reached an agreement to acquire Sincera, a digital advertising data company known for its actionable insights. This acquisition aims to integrate Sincera’s data-driven tools into The…
Giulio Malegori named Chairman and Acting CEO of Dentsu Americas.
Dentsu has appointed Giulio Malegori as Chairman and Acting CEO of Dentsu Americas, effective immediately. Malegori, who continues as EVP and Global Chief Operating Officer, will oversee the growth strategy…
Warner Bros. Discovery appoints Priya Aiyar as Chief Legal Officer.
Warner Bros. Discovery has appointed Priya Aiyar as Chief Legal Officer, overseeing global legal and compliance functions starting February. She will report to CEO David Zaslav, who praised her expertise…
EssenceMediacom to spearhead Max streaming service launch in Australia.
EssenceMediacom has been chosen by Warner Bros. Discovery to lead the Australian launch of the Max streaming service, providing end-to-end media services and optimizing performance with WBD’s team. Max, debuting…
Netflix and WWE achieve a historic, record-breaking RAW debut.
Netflix and WWE’s Monday Night RAW premiered to phenomenal success, achieving 4.9 million global Live+1 views. In the U.S., viewership soared to 2.6 million households, a 116% increase from the…
Paramount Global and Comcast renew multi-year distribution deal.
Paramount Global and Comcast have renewed their multi-year distribution agreements, ensuring continued access to Paramount’s extensive portfolio of broadcast, entertainment, news, and sports channels on Xfinity platforms. The deal includes…
Disney Advertising announces 157M ad-supported MAUs globally.
Disney Advertising revealed at CES 2025 that its ad-supported Monthly Active Users (MAUs) have reached 157 million globally, with 112 million in the U.S. and Canada. This milestone highlights Disney’s…
Roku kicks off the new year with 90 million streaming households.
Roku, the top-selling TV OS in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, has surpassed 90 million streaming households by January 2025, solidifying streaming as the leading TV viewing method. Roku is…
Meta appoints Dana White and two others to its board.
Meta has elected Dana White, John Elkann, and Charlie Songhurst to its board of directors. CEO Mark Zuckerberg highlighted their expertise in AI, wearables, and innovation. Dana White, President and…
Netflix & NFL set a record for Christmas Day viewership.
Netflix and the NFL broke records on Christmas Day, with nearly 65 million US viewers tuning in for the doubleheader, making it the most-watched NFL Christmas in history. The Ravens-Texans…
Elon Musk’s xAI raises $400 million from KHC, reaching a $45 billion valuation.
Saudi Arabia’s Kingdom Holding Company (KHC) has invested $400 million in Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, during its Series C funding round, marking KHC’s second investment in the company. The…
ACE dismantles major sports piracy ring in Vietnam.
The Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE) has successfully shut down a major live sports piracy ring based in Vietnam, one of the largest of its kind. The operation’s illicit…
Debbie Weinstein is the new EMEA President at Google.
Google has appointed Debbie Weinstein as President for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Having been with the company for over a decade, Weinstein expressed her excitement on LinkedIn,…
WGA urges studios to sue tech firms over AI copyright theft.
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) is urging Hollywood studios to take legal action against tech companies accused of using copyrighted works to train AI systems. The WGA claims that…
Teads and VIDAA enhance partnership to boost CTV advertising.
Teads has strengthened its partnership with VIDAA USA, enhancing CTV advertising campaigns globally. This collaboration allows Teads to deliver impactful ads on VIDAA-powered smart TVs, including those by Hisense, Toshiba,…
Adobe names Lara Balazs CMO.
Adobe has appointed Lara Balazs as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Executive Vice President, Global Marketing, reporting to CEO Shantanu Narayen. Balazs previously served as CMO and General Manager at…
Matt Macdonald named Chief Creative Officer at VCCP US.
VCCP US has appointed Matt MacDonald as Chief Creative Officer, where he will oversee all creative output and work alongside CEO Brett Edgar and Chief Strategy Officer Jonny Shaw. MacDonald…
Fox and Hulu announce long-term streaming content distribution deal.
Fox Entertainment and Hulu have announced a multi-year partnership worth over $1.5 billion, ensuring Hulu retains exclusive streaming rights to Fox’s programming, including shows like “The Masked Singer” and “The…
Worldcom OOH at Futuready Global B2B Brand Summit of the IAA – International Advertising Association
London, November 18th, 2024.– Worldcom OOH, a global company specializing in Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising, participated in Futuready, the 3rd Global B2B Brand Summit by the International Advertising Association (IAA), held…
Martin Winther is appointed Chief Creative Officer at WebTalk.
WebTalk, a leading digital marketing agency in Poland, has appointed Martin Winther as Chief Creative Officer, effective November 2024. Winther will lead the agency’s 20+ member creative team, driving innovative…
Prime Video leads the US streaming market, says Parks Associates.
Parks Associates has released its updated list of the top 10 US subscription streaming services for 2024. Prime Video maintains its lead over Netflix, while Disney+ has moved up to…
M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment expands into the UAE.
M&C Saatchi UAE is expanding its capabilities by bringing M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment to the region. Known for its impactful campaigns with global brands like Barclays, LEGO, and Kia,…
WPP’s THOMPSON wins $1.9B, 10-year US Marine Corps contract.
WPP’s THOMPSON, part of the VML network, has secured a $1.9B, 10-year contract to continue managing the U.S. Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC) Advertising Program. This long-standing partnership, which dates…
Chun Yin Mak has resigned from Dentsu China.
Chun Yin Mak, former President of Customer Experience Management Practice at Dentsu China, has announced his resignation after over a year in the role. In a LinkedIn post, he reflected…
Parrot Analytics unveils global streaming metrics.
Parrot Analytics has launched Streaming Metrics, offering comprehensive insights into key financial metrics like subscribers, revenue, ARPU, and churn, along with catalog data on a global scale. This new tool…
Taboola teams up with Jounce Media for an MFA-free advertising network.
Taboola, a leader in online recommendations, has partnered with Jounce Media to ensure its Taboola Select publisher network is free from Made for Advertising (MFA) sites, which account for 15%…