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Marketers urged to earn attention as consumers tune out ads

More than eight in 10 US consumers (81%) say they aim to ignore and tune out ads, according to a survey by Gartner. The finding underscores…

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Nielsen highlights ad-supported TV viewing trends ahead of upfront negotiations

Nielsen has released new data aimed at helping advertisers plan media investments during the annual TV upfront negotiations, offering a detailed breakdown of audience behavior across…

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Ads that tell stories outperform feature-led campaigns, Ipsos study finds

Nearly half of video advertisements fail to tell a story, even though narrative-driven campaigns are significantly more effective at influencing consumer behaviour, according to new research…

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Brands adjust ad placements as regional tensions reshape online engagement

As geopolitical tensions reshape the news cycle across the region, shifts in online behavior are becoming visible in real time. In this interview, Maira Mehnoor, Programmatic Manager…

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Ariel drives 30% sales growth with Amazon Now campaign in UAE

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Spotify gives artists power to block misattributed tracks in new beta feature

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IKEA turns store strolls into rewarding steps

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TOD gears up for FIFA World Cup 2026 streaming across MENA

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Generative AI made ads faster, predictive AI wants to make them work

The global advertising market continues to grow, projected at more than $1 trillion annually, yet effectiveness remains stubbornly inconsistent. Creative output is accelerating across platforms, driven…

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Podcast Ad Spending Surges 32% in Q4 as Brands Pile In

Podcast advertising closed 2025 with a powerful surge, as fourth-quarter spending jumped 32% year-over-year, underscoring the medium’s transition from experimental buy to mainstream marketing channel. According…

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Yango Ads Releases Ramadan 2026 Demand Playbook for MENA Brands

Yango Ads, the AdTech arm of Yango Group, has released its Ramadan 2026 Demand Playbook, offering insights into how brands across the Middle East can tap…

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Meta moves to monetize Threads with global ad rollout

Meta Platforms has said that its social messaging app Threads will begin showing advertising to all users around the world in a gradual rollout starting the…

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OpenAI introducing ads to ChatGPT in a bid to increase revenue

The ads will initially appear in the United States for free and lower-tier subscribers, the company said in a blog post outlining its long-anticipated move into…

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Ad fatigue worsens as 93% of consumers avoid advertising: Study

A vast majority of consumers now actively avoid advertising, underlining a growing crisis for brands struggling to convert attention into sales, according to new research. As…

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YouTube tests AI creator avatars as consumers remain wary of virtual influencers

YouTube is experimenting with artificial intelligence avatars based on real-life creators, as the platform looks to deepen user engagement while navigating growing unease over AI’s role…

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One-shot ads and Docu-style: filmmaking trends your clients will crave

The demand for commercial film is higher than ever. Today’s audiences are more discerning, demanding content that feels authentic and emotionally resonant. Trends are evolving rapidly,…

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Saudi youth take center stage in Doritos-FP7 McCann campaign

Doritos KSA, in partnership with FP7 McCann Riyadh, has launched “Crunch the Norms, Long Live Triangles”, a campaign aimed at celebrating individuality and self-expression among Saudi…

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