The Open Web Isn’t What Advertisers Think It Is

As advertisers grapple with the complexities of the open web, it's time to rethink outdated perceptions. Discover how leveraging new technologies and consumer insights can unlock opportunities to create more meaningful connections. Here's what brands need to know to stay ahead in the evolving digital landscape.

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How Video Publishers Can Create A Comprehensive Ad Monetization Strategy

Learn how video publishers can optimize ad revenue through data-driven metrics, building a strong demand stack, and exploring alternative revenue streams like audience extension. Boost your strategy with these actionable insights for CTV and FAST monetization.

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Google’s Agency Incentives Controversy; Is Brand Safety Bad for Publisher Revenue; X Struggles With Ad Spend

Can a week really go by in ad tech without Google being under the microscope? Google's incentive programs for agencies are under intense scrutiny as new documents filed in the Department of Justice's antitrust trial against the tech giant reveal new details.

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How Contextual Analysis Shapes Political Campaigns: Insights from GumGum’s Hailey Denenberg

GumGum’s latest analysis reveals how contextual advertising tools reshape political campaigns by uncovering significant media trends and sentiment shifts, offering strategic insights for tailoring messaging and targeting. 

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Retail Media: As Important for Brand Builders as Performance Marketers

Retail media is more than just a performance channel — it's a brand-building powerhouse. Discover how retail media is transforming advertising, from Amazon's pioneering role to the untapped brand marketing potential in this $46B industry poised to hit $100B by 2026.

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How Fandom Is Mastering the Art of Addressability and Privacy With an Assist From Intent IQ

With cookies on the decline and privacy on the rise, publishers and tech leaders are rewriting the rules of identity resolution. Insights from AdMonsters Publisher Forum Boston reveal what’s working — and what’s not — in the quest for sustainable identity solutions.

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Google’s $250 Million ‘Gift’ to California News – Is It Really a Gift or Just a Clever Tax Dodge?

Google's $250 million deal to fund California journalism is making headlines, but is it truly a lifeline for publishers or just a strategic move to avoid regulation? Dive into the implications for the future of news and AI-driven search.

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What Happens When Google Can No Longer Set the Rules for the Web?

Google's recent setbacks, including their reversal on third-party cookies and a major antitrust ruling, mark a pivotal moment for the web. George London, CTO of Upwave, explores what this means for the future of digital privacy and the ad tech ecosystem.

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Level Up Your Revenue With the Exploding Potential of In-Game Advertising for Publishers

Publishers are all looking to level up their revenue and audience engagement, and in-game advertising is the power-up many have been looking for. The gaming industry has entertained all demographic types for quite some time and is now filled with opportunities for advertisers, marketers, and publishers.

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Chick-fil-A Announces Streaming Service; American Consumers Trust YouTube Over Traditional News

Chick-fil-A is branching into original content creation, collaborating with major studios to produce family-friendly, unscripted series for a new streaming service launching later this year. The company is also exploring scripted and animated projects, with a budget of around $400,000 per half-hour for unscripted content.

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