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ChatGPT advertising: a new channel for marketers?

OpenAI just dropped a hint that could reshape digital advertising forever. They’re exploring ads on ChatGPT. Right now, ChatGPT doesn’t run ads. But OpenAI’s CFO recently confirmed they’re considering advertising for non-paying users as a way to monetize their massive free user base. With over 800 million weekly users asking high-intent questions regularly, this cou

Search Central Live Dubai 2025

For the first time, Search Central Live is coming to Dubai on October 21, 2025! After events in Europe, Latin America, and Asia, we're continuing our mission to help you enhance your site's performance in Google Search, live in Dubai, UAE.

Double or nothin’

Boost your open rates. The post Double or Nothin’ appeared first on Carney.

Snap’s offering incentives to boost uptake of its Sponsored Snaps

Sponsored Snaps was rolled in October 2024, but Snap is hoping the incentives will drive more adoption.

As sports rights-holders compete for cultural cachet, the Australian Open has gone on tour across the U.S.

Sports moments like the Open don't become influencer flytraps overnight. Craig Tiley, CEO of the Australian Open, has been chipping away at the task for a decade.

Babylist, Lush and Vox Creative are 2025 Greater Good Awards finalists

The 2025 Greater Good Awards are presented by Digiday, Glossy, Modern Retail and WorkLife, and showcase the work being done around social causes, their impact and, ultimately, those working toward the greater good. This year’s finalists are addressing urgent social needs through campaigns focused on people first. Initiatives are also mobilizing networks of partners

How safe are your media operations, really? Discover Digital Media Safety by WATCH40

In digital media, operational errors happen often. Digital Media Safety prevents them before they cost money, time and trust.

How safe are your media operations, really? Discover Digital Media Safety by WATCH40

In digital media, operational errors happen often. Digital Media Safety prevents them before they cost money, time and trust. The post How safe are your Media Operations, really? Discover Digital Media Safety appeared first on MarTech.

Cloudflare offers way to block AI overviews – will Google comply?

Cloudflare’s new Content Signals limit AI use of your content via robots.txt. However, it’s unclear whether Google or others will comply.

Google Search Live is live in U.S., with voice and camera AI mode

Google Search Live lets users talk with Search and share camera views for AI-powered answers, context, and links in real time.

Marketing is 4th most exposed to GenAI, Indeed study finds

Indeed’s AI at Work report ranks marketing 4th for GenAI exposure, with 69% of skills shifting toward hybrid human-AI workflows. The post Marketing Is 4th Most Exposed To GenAI, Indeed Study Finds appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

SISTRIX reports sharp drop in ChatGPT web searches

SISTRIX reports ChatGPT is using the web less often for anonymous users, dropping from above 15% to below 2.5% in two weeks. The post SISTRIX Reports Sharp Drop In ChatGPT Web Searches appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Newfold Digital sells MarkMonitor as part of strategic refocus

Newfold Digital sells MarkMonitor, says it will \"double down\" on core brands like Bluehost and Network Solutions The post Newfold Digital Sells MarkMonitor As Part Of Strategic Refocus appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Google App adds Search Live for real-time visual search

Google launches Search Live in English in the U.S., adding real-time, camera-aware voice search to the Google app with links to the web. The post Google App Adds Search Live For Real-Time Visual Search appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

The most followed Gen Z celebrities on Instagram [Infographic]

With huge followings, celebrities hold significant sway over in-app trends.

Metal will open 3 new retail outlets in lead up to holidays

The stores will enable people to try out Meta's latest AI glasses models.

YouTube rolls out an option to remove video end screens

You know those \"Up next\" overlays?

TikTok unveils new tools to highlight charitable causes

TikTok's Change Makers program aims to highlight creators looking to use the platform for good.

YouTube establishes Creator Policy Group to liaise with UK Parliament

The group will represent creators in policy discussions.

Google launches SMB Resource Center focused on AI

The new minisite includes links to a range of tips and tools to help build your business.

Instagram reaches 3B users, launches new UI

Instagram becomes Meta's third app to reach 3 billion users.

Chasing the snipe

Here’s a summary from a book industry newsflash about what’s selling right now: Dystopia, Dark Romance, Dark Literary, Horror, Paranormal, True Crime, Alternative Histories, Decline of Democracy, Humor, Digital Wellness, Cozy & Cute, and Escapism. Setting aside just how long it takes to bring a book (or just about anything more important than an instagram […]

Level Agency ranks #36 on 2025 Best Workplaces in Advertising & Marketing list

Award highlights agency’s commitment to professional growth, collaboration, and employee well-being PITTSBURGH, PA — Level Agency is proud to announce it has been named one of the Best Workplaces in Advertising & Marketing™ 2025, earning the #36 spot on the nationally recognized list compiled by Great Place to Work®. The ranking is based on employee […] The post Lev

Polish viewers maintain steady television habits amid streaming fluctuations

Polish television viewing averaged 3 hours 31 minutes daily in August 2025, while streaming captured 9.7% share after July's historic peak, with sports events driving traditional TV engagement.

Austrian data protection authority cuts operations amid budget constraints

Austrian data protection authority announces major operational cuts starting July 2025 as budget pressures force staff reductions and limit enforcement.

Google Discover adds social posts and creator follows

Google announced updates to Discover on September 17, 2025, adding content from X, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts, plus a follow feature for creators.

Google teams with StopNCII to combat intimate image abuse

Google partners with UK charity to use digital fingerprints for removing non-consensual intimate imagery from search results on a larger scale.

Digging in the dollar bin

Small biz plays that work. The post Digging in The Dollar Bin appeared first on Carney.

Google hands Smartly creative automation brief to promote hardware range

Q4 trial initiative to automate creative optimization aims to promote products such as Chromebooks and Pixel devices.

Google’s ad tech breakup is now a political hot potato – and Europe’s holding it first

Breaking up Google is the easy part. Deciding who gets to do it is harder.