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Ad Tech & Programmatic

Audio ads can be effective, but only if they’re not disruptive: report

Majorities of US consumers who listen to digital audio have interacted with ads, but they can also be put off if brands aren’t careful.


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Ad Tech & Programmatic

Horizon Media introduces team dedicated to podcast advertising

The “Center of Excellence” will focus on podcast ad planning, buying, and measurement strategies within the agency’s performance division.


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Ad Tech & Programmatic

Podcast ad revenue growth slowed last year but still outpaced digital advertising overall

According to the IAB, the news category has taken a hit with advertisers.


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Ad Tech & Programmatic

Advertisers can use their own first-party data to target podcast ad campaigns, but are they?

While it’s generated a bit of interest from marketers, several told us it’s not super common yet.


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Ad Tech & Programmatic

Wondery hires former Spotify exec to lead ad efforts

Angie More took on the role of head of podcast ad revenue at Amazon’s Wondery earlier this month.


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Ad Tech & Programmatic

Which brands will be the big podcast ad spenders of 2023?

Data indicates some big-box retailers are moving into the space, while some say certain DTC brands might be moving out.


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Ad Tech & Programmatic

Acast further automates podcast ad buying

Its new tool, which was created with small and mid-sized businesses in mind, is the latest sign that podcast advertising is increasingly becoming more automated.

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