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Amazon and Instacart’s former advertising leader is transforming the way Walmart grows

Dallaire was Instacart’s chief revenue officer for two years. Prior to that, he was at Amazon for eight years.

Here’s what media buyers say they need to accelerate ad spend on Netflix

The streamer's ad business is growing. But roadblocks could prevent it realizing revenue potential.

Canonicalization and SEO: A guide for 2026

Learn how to manage duplicate content, streamline indexing, improve crawl efficiency, and more with these canonicalization best practices.

Consumers want less digital, more real world from brands in 2026

ANA report says why marketers must deliver hands-on brand experiences while designing for a future led by AI-powered consumer decision-making. The post Consumers want less digital, more real world from brands in 2026 appeared first on MarTech.

Is your martech evaluation process still stuck in a pre-AI world?

AI is everywhere in martech — but if your vendor evaluation process hasn’t changed, you’re not ready to tell the difference between hype and real capability. The post Is your martech evaluation process still stuck in a pre-AI world? appeared first on MarTech.

If the AI bubble pops: Without a major change, Generative AI won’t survive a crash — but AI agents will

By Win Dean-Salyards, Senior Marketing Consultant at Heinz Marketing There's a hard truth we're not talking about. The AI investment explosion is increasingly financially dubious and relies on unsustainable growth patterns. If the AI bubble collapses in 2026, many of Read More › The post If the AI Bubble Pops: Without a Major Change, Generative AI Won’t Survive a Cr

Brains vs. Bots: AI founder warns replacing copywriters with artificial intelligence is bad for your brand

Thinking of replacing copywriters with AI? Here’s why that choice erodes trust, weakens your message, and harms your brand long-term. The post Brains vs. Bots: AI Founder Warns Replacing Copywriters With Artificial Intelligence Is Bad for Your Brand appeared first on Conversion copywriting & messaging.

YouTube creators drive purchase decisions as trust in recommendations outpaces other platforms

YouTube creators demonstrate measurable influence over consumer shopping behavior, with viewers reporting a 98% greater likelihood of trusting creator recommendations than influencers on other social platforms, according to Pixability research analyzing the retail category on YouTube. The platform now serves as the primary destination for product research, ranking a

More brands are emerging on Substack: See how Sprout is building on the platform

When Substack launched in 2017, it was intended to be a haven for writers building an audience independently without the backing of a publisher. Read more... The post More brands are emerging on Substack: See how Sprout is building on the platform appeared first on Sprout Social.

PPC audience strategy: Targeting vs. observation (with examples)

Audience settings in Google Ads aren't set-and-forget. Use this guide to fine-tune "Targeting" and "Observation" for better results. The post PPC Audience Strategy: Targeting Vs. Observation (With Examples) appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Fast, cheap, or good? The SEO tradeoff you can’t ignore

SEO involves tradeoffs. See how time, cost, and quality affect results – and why quality-first work delivers faster, more sustainable gains.

Google isn’t going anywhere: Ahrefs ambassador on LLM inclusion & why relationships still win

Ahrefs' Patrick Stox joins Shelley Walsh to talk about the shifting search journey, the limits of LLM attribution, and the importance of brand consistency. The post Google Isn’t Going Anywhere: Ahrefs Ambassador On LLM Inclusion & Why Relationships Still Win appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Stop blasting and start connecting with better email strategy

Too many marketers treat email like a free megaphone—but when it’s done right, it’s the most powerful relationship builder in you have. The post Stop blasting and start connecting with better email strategy appeared first on MarTech.

How to create a Bluesky report? Template & example [2026]

Learn how to create a Bluesky report step by step! Track key metrics, use templates, and AI tools to track performance, mentions, and engagement. The post How to Create a Bluesky Report? Template & Example [2026] first appeared on Brand24.

How to create a LinkedIn analytics report? Template & Example

Read if you want to create a LinkedIn analytics report template. Discover key LinkedIn metrics and reporting best practices for 2026! The post How to Create a LinkedIn Analytics Report? Template & Example first appeared on Brand24.

How to create a marketing agency report? Template & Example [2026]

Create powerful marketing agency reports with AI-driven insights! Learn how to track KPIs, analyze performance, and automate client reporting. The post How to Create a Marketing Agency Report? Template & Example [2026] first appeared on Brand24.

From search to generate: Understanding the shift from SEO to GEO

Table of Contents: Why GEO Matters Now SEO vs GEO: What's the Difference? The Anatomy of GEO Preparing for a Zero-Click World FAQ about Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) In the age of AI, how people find and consume information is evolving fast. Traditional search engine optimization (SEO) helped businesses climb to the top of Google search results, but generativ

The benefits of influencer marketing (+ what the C-Suite cares about)

The benefits of influencer marketing are far beyond a buzzworthy tactic. Brands recognize that influencers are strategic business drivers in a brand’s marketing strategy, Read more... The post The benefits of influencer marketing (+ what the C-Suite cares about) appeared first on Sprout Social.

The 5 best ways to generate inbound leads in 2026

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly chasing customers and trying to convince them to come speak with you, you’re not alone. Outbound marketing still has its place, but it’s expensive, time-consuming, and often ignored. That’s why so many businesses in 2026 are turning their focus to inbound lead generation – creating systems that attract, […]

From B2B & B2C to B2Me: How AI is revealing the true potential of individual-centric marketing

Purna Virji breaks down why traditional personas no longer work, and what marketers can use instead for better targeting. The post From B2B & B2C To B2Me: How AI Is Revealing The True Potential Of Individual-Centric Marketing appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

The psychology behind clicks: Where digital marketing meets neuroscience

In the crowded digital marketplace, a single click is everything. It’s not just a metric, it’s the heartbeat of conversion. But what compels someone to click? Is it the headline? The button color? The layout?

How CausalFunnel helps you optimise landing pages for better ad performance

Running ads is only the first step in driving traffic to your website. The real challenge begins when visitors land on your page. If the page isn’t designed well or doesn’t align with what users expect after clicking the ad, even a high-performing campaign can fall short. The post How CausalFunnel Helps You Optimise Landing Pages for Better Ad Performance appeared f

Best time to post on YouTube in 2025: Videos and Shorts

YouTube marketing has evolved significantly, but many businesses and marketers still struggle to gain views despite their best […] The post Best time to post on YouTube in 2025: Videos and Shorts appeared first on SocialPilot.

What are AI citations & how do I get them?

In digital marketing, AI citations are references to specific sources used by AI systems like ChatGPT.

9 top market intelligence tools for GTM teams + use cases

Are you looking for the best market intelligence tools? That’s great. We’ve got a list of the best ones for GTM teams for you to review. Let’s do this!

The content to create for AI SEO

For over a decade, content marketing followed one playbook: write blog posts, optimise for Google keywords, build backlinks, and rank in the top 10 results. That playbook is dead.

Care to comment? Why, yes, I do: How to get quoted in the press

It’s always, “How do we get mentioned by ChatGPT?!” and not, “How can we be worth mentioning by ChatGPT?” Fortunately, this blog post is your guide to bridging that gap. Journalism is now the most cited source in AI-generated responses to current event queries, according to a new report by Muck Rack. And well more than half of websites receive…

How to win in generative engine optimization (GEO)

Want your content to appear in AI Overviews, ChatGPT, and Gemi? Here’s how to set up your GEO campaigns. The post How To Win In Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Inside Unilever’s AI beauty marketing assembly line — and its implications for agencies

The CPG giant has created an AI-augmented in-house production system. Could it be a template for others?

Future of TV briefing: Sports throws a curveball in advertisers’ streaming investments

This week’s Future of TV Briefing looks at why advertisers’ sports spending still skews heavily toward traditional TV despite more sports being available to stream.