Create Engaging Digital Experiences with Expert UX/UI Design
Soft Tech Cube specializes in UX/UI design services prioritizing user-centered aesthetics and functionality.
Deceptive UX as an accelerant for transformation
Manipulative design can lead to the collapse of digital platforms due to the erosion of user trust and regulatory backlash.
The Disproportionate Impact of Evil UX Patterns on the Cognitively Disabled Community
By ChatGPT & Jamie Vanderwall "Write about how evil UX patterns disproportionately affect the cognitively disabled community."User experience (UX) patterns are a crucial aspect of modern digital design.UX patterns are design solutions that solve common user problems in a simple and effective way.
Create Engaging Digital Experiences with Expert UX/UI Design
Soft Tech Cube specializes in UX/UI design services prioritizing user-centered aesthetics and functionality.
Deceptive UX as an accelerant for transformation
Manipulative design can lead to the collapse of digital platforms due to the erosion of user trust and regulatory backlash.
The Disproportionate Impact of Evil UX Patterns on the Cognitively Disabled Community
By ChatGPT & Jamie Vanderwall "Write about how evil UX patterns disproportionately affect the cognitively disabled community."User experience (UX) patterns are a crucial aspect of modern digital design.UX patterns are design solutions that solve common user problems in a simple and effective way.
Political advertising on digital platforms hit $619 million as of August 2023, emphasizing the critical nature of online campaigning for the 2024 elections.
FCC to consider rules for AI-generated political ads on TV and radio
Political advertisers may need to disclose AI-generated content in broadcast ads for transparency.
Council Post: New TV Advertising Technology Will Transform The 2024 Election
CTV emerges as a key battleground for political advertisers in the 2024 campaign season.
US Political TV Ad Spending to Soar in 2024
U.S. political advertising spend is expected to increase by 30% in 2024 to reach $12.32 billion, with TV media receiving the majority of the ad dollars.
Digital platforms like Meta Platforms and Google are predicted to see a significant spike in political ad spending, with a growth rate of 156%.
US Political TV Ad Spending to Soar in 2024
U.S. political advertising spend is expected to increase by 30% in 2024 to reach $12.32 billion, with TV media receiving the majority of the ad dollars.
Digital platforms like Meta Platforms and Google are predicted to see a significant spike in political ad spending, with a growth rate of 156%.
US Political TV Ad Spending to Soar in 2024
U.S. political advertising spend is expected to increase by 30% in 2024 to reach $12.32 billion, with TV media receiving the majority of the ad dollars.
Digital platforms like Meta Platforms and Google are predicted to see a significant spike in political ad spending, with a growth rate of 156%.
Online Political Spending in 2024
Political advertising on digital platforms hit $619 million as of August 2023, emphasizing the critical nature of online campaigning for the 2024 elections.
FCC to consider rules for AI-generated political ads on TV and radio
Political advertisers may need to disclose AI-generated content in broadcast ads for transparency.
Council Post: New TV Advertising Technology Will Transform The 2024 Election
CTV emerges as a key battleground for political advertisers in the 2024 campaign season.
US Political TV Ad Spending to Soar in 2024
U.S. political advertising spend is expected to increase by 30% in 2024 to reach $12.32 billion, with TV media receiving the majority of the ad dollars.
Digital platforms like Meta Platforms and Google are predicted to see a significant spike in political ad spending, with a growth rate of 156%.
US Political TV Ad Spending to Soar in 2024
U.S. political advertising spend is expected to increase by 30% in 2024 to reach $12.32 billion, with TV media receiving the majority of the ad dollars.
Digital platforms like Meta Platforms and Google are predicted to see a significant spike in political ad spending, with a growth rate of 156%.
US Political TV Ad Spending to Soar in 2024
U.S. political advertising spend is expected to increase by 30% in 2024 to reach $12.32 billion, with TV media receiving the majority of the ad dollars.
Digital platforms like Meta Platforms and Google are predicted to see a significant spike in political ad spending, with a growth rate of 156%.
Vodafone looks to 'hyperscale' IoT through Microsoft strategic partnership | Computer Weekly
Vodafone and Microsoft have formed a 10-year strategic partnership to offer scaled digital platforms across Europe and Africa.
The collaboration will focus on transforming Vodafone's customer experience, scaling IoT, digital acceleration in Africa, enterprise growth, and cloud transformation.
As TikTok rolls out Smart+, marketers grapple with AI's advertising puzzle
AI-driven advertising tools allure marketers by promising high performance, despite concerns over transparency.
Marketers trust these tools for strong returns, accepting some inefficiency as part of the investment.
Digitas' media chief Megan Jones on adapting to the speed of AI and social trends
Speed is crucial for agencies to adapt to AI and fast-moving social trends.
Vodafone looks to 'hyperscale' IoT through Microsoft strategic partnership | Computer Weekly
Vodafone and Microsoft have formed a 10-year strategic partnership to offer scaled digital platforms across Europe and Africa.
The collaboration will focus on transforming Vodafone's customer experience, scaling IoT, digital acceleration in Africa, enterprise growth, and cloud transformation.
Council Post: Revolutionizing Digital Consumer Platforms With AI-Based Customization
AI is crucial in personalizing healthcare by analyzing patient data for tailored solutions.
Big Tech Crackdown Looms as EU, UK Ready New Rules
TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, Google, and Amazon are facing rising pressure from European authorities as London and Brussels advanced new rules Tuesday to curb the power of digital companies.They're among those on a list of the 19 biggest online platforms and search engines that the European Union's executive arm said must meet extra obligations for cleaning up illegal content and disinformation and keeping users safe under the 27-nation bloc's landmark digital rules that take effect later this year.
Council Post: Revolutionizing Digital Consumer Platforms With AI-Based Customization
AI is crucial in personalizing healthcare by analyzing patient data for tailored solutions.
Big Tech Crackdown Looms as EU, UK Ready New Rules
TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, Google, and Amazon are facing rising pressure from European authorities as London and Brussels advanced new rules Tuesday to curb the power of digital companies.They're among those on a list of the 19 biggest online platforms and search engines that the European Union's executive arm said must meet extra obligations for cleaning up illegal content and disinformation and keeping users safe under the 27-nation bloc's landmark digital rules that take effect later this year.
The Reach group values user control over cookie preferences on its digital platforms.
Media Buying Briefing: Here are five media agency trends to watch in 2024
Media agencies will face major challenges in 2024, including the impact of cookies going away, the rise of connected TV, scrutiny on digital platforms, and the rise of generative AI.
Marketers are increasingly in-housing their advertising efforts and directly connecting with customers, leading to deeper relationships and more personalized messaging.
Cookie Policy - The Mirror US
The Reach group values user control over cookie preferences on its digital platforms.
Media Buying Briefing: Here are five media agency trends to watch in 2024
Media agencies will face major challenges in 2024, including the impact of cookies going away, the rise of connected TV, scrutiny on digital platforms, and the rise of generative AI.
Marketers are increasingly in-housing their advertising efforts and directly connecting with customers, leading to deeper relationships and more personalized messaging.
How technology is shaping the future of the housing market in England
Technology is reshaping the real estate sector in England by enhancing operational efficiency and providing deeper market insights.
How the convergence of sports and streaming creates opportunities for platforms and advertisers
The convergence of sports and streaming is transforming fan experiences and content accessibility.
I Have Coached Thousands of Top Tier Gen Z Talent - Here's What They Really Want at Work That Will Make Them Stay | Entrepreneur
Gen Z values in recruitment require early career engagement strategies for attracting top-tier talent.
Elon Musk's free speech lawsuit against advertisers is about silencing his opponents
Elon Musk's X sues advertisers for boycott, facing skepticism and potential impact on future ad initiatives.
Council Post: What Is Brandformance, And How Does It Propel Brands?
Brandformance is a holistic marketing strategy that integrates brand building and performance marketing for measurable results across multiple channels.
How to watch the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games | CBC News
CBC will provide live coverage of the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games with a prime-time encore broadcast available for viewers who miss the live event.
TikTok Sets 1,000 Global Marketing and Operations Layoffs
TikTok plans to lay off approximately 1,000 global employees amidst challenges in the U.S. market.
What Brands Need to Know About the Proposed TikTok Ban - and How to Deal With It
TikTok's political crisis could prompt brands, marketers, and creators to reassess reliance on the platform.
The US might ban TikTok. Record labels are cutting ties. What's music's Plan B?
Viral success on TikTok can lead to significant career opportunities in the music industry, but artists must remain true to themselves to sustain long-term success.
Congress is right to want to curtail TikTok's power and influence | Nita Farahany
TikTok's political influence was demonstrated when it mobilized users to impact Congress.
The addictive nature of TikTok, fueled by its algorithms, raises concerns about exploitation and manipulation.
TikTok Sets 1,000 Global Marketing and Operations Layoffs
TikTok plans to lay off approximately 1,000 global employees amidst challenges in the U.S. market.
What Brands Need to Know About the Proposed TikTok Ban - and How to Deal With It
TikTok's political crisis could prompt brands, marketers, and creators to reassess reliance on the platform.
The US might ban TikTok. Record labels are cutting ties. What's music's Plan B?
Viral success on TikTok can lead to significant career opportunities in the music industry, but artists must remain true to themselves to sustain long-term success.
Congress is right to want to curtail TikTok's power and influence | Nita Farahany
TikTok's political influence was demonstrated when it mobilized users to impact Congress.
The addictive nature of TikTok, fueled by its algorithms, raises concerns about exploitation and manipulation.
Retail media is evolving towards more integration and data-driven approaches for personalized advertising at the point of purchase.
Retail media to elevate in-store grocery experiences in 2024, experts say
Grocers are using digital platforms like Instacart and smart carts to target customers with personalized ads and promotions.
In-store and online retail media is still in the early stages, with retailers experimenting with technologies like interactive sampling kiosks and electronic shelf labels.
The Evolution of Retail Media: Industry Q&A
Retail media is evolving towards more integration and data-driven approaches for personalized advertising at the point of purchase.
Retail media to elevate in-store grocery experiences in 2024, experts say
Grocers are using digital platforms like Instacart and smart carts to target customers with personalized ads and promotions.
In-store and online retail media is still in the early stages, with retailers experimenting with technologies like interactive sampling kiosks and electronic shelf labels.
'Senor De Los Cielos' Spin-Off, Reality Shows, Sports Abound On Telemundo 2024-2025 Slate
Telemundo plans to enhance programming for U.S. Latinos with over 1,000 hours of content in the 2024-25 season.
Evan Adlman Expands Oversight In AMC Networks Ad-Sales Overhaul
Evan Adlman, a sales executive who has helped develop many of AMC Networks ' advanced advertising initiatives in recent years, will take oversight of the company's digital and national sales teams under an overhaul of the team.Adlman will become executive vice president of commercial sales and revenue operations.
'Senor De Los Cielos' Spin-Off, Reality Shows, Sports Abound On Telemundo 2024-2025 Slate
Telemundo plans to enhance programming for U.S. Latinos with over 1,000 hours of content in the 2024-25 season.
Evan Adlman Expands Oversight In AMC Networks Ad-Sales Overhaul
Evan Adlman, a sales executive who has helped develop many of AMC Networks ' advanced advertising initiatives in recent years, will take oversight of the company's digital and national sales teams under an overhaul of the team.Adlman will become executive vice president of commercial sales and revenue operations.
10 Figma accessibility plugins that make up for the lack of inbuilt options - LogRocket Blog
Accessibility is essential for ensuring equal access to information and experiences on digital platforms.
Figma offers a variety of accessibility plugins to facilitate the creation of accessible designs.
Google Shares Insights Into Top Super Bowl Related Trends
Brands opted for emotional and purpose-driven ads.
Digital and social media platforms played a significant role in advertising.
Media and Entertainment Industry to Hit $1 Trillion Valuation in 2024
The media and entertainment industry is forecast to exceed $1 trillion in value by 2024.
Online video advertising is set to become the leading revenue source by 2028.
Congress should create an agency to oversee digital platforms, senators write
Lawmakers are urging Chuck Schumer to prioritize the creation of a federal agency to oversee digital platforms.
The lawmakers expressed concerns about the potential harm caused by unregulated AI technologies.
CNN sets its sights on a world outside of TV - Poynter
CNN's new head, Mark Thompson, believes that the future of news is not linear TV, but rather digital platforms like smartphones.
Thompson plans to combine all of CNN's news operations under one umbrella to create a true multimedia strategy.
US Political TV Ad Spending to Soar in 2024
U.S. political advertising spend is expected to increase by 30% in 2024 to reach $12.32 billion, with TV media receiving the majority of the ad dollars.
Digital platforms like Meta Platforms and Google are predicted to see a significant spike in political ad spending, with a growth rate of 156%.
US Political TV Ad Spending to Soar in 2024
U.S. political advertising spend is expected to increase by 30% in 2024 to reach $12.32 billion, with TV media receiving the majority of the ad dollars.
Digital platforms like Meta Platforms and Google are predicted to see a significant spike in political ad spending, with a growth rate of 156%.
Advertising performance in the context of conversation | MarTech
Digital platforms that focus on conversation provide a unique extension to performance campaigns.
Conversations about consumer problems, recommendations, and brands drive opinions and purchases.
Advertising performance in the context of conversation | MarTech
Digital platforms that focus on conversation provide a unique extension to performance campaigns.
Conversations about consumer problems, recommendations, and brands drive opinions and purchases.
Global Ad Market to Slow in 2024, U.S. Political Spending to Surge
Global advertising spending is projected to increase in the coming years, with digital platforms like Google and Meta taking the lead over traditional media players.
Political ad spending is expected to reach a new record in 2024, with the U.S. market experiencing growth but at a slower rate.
Global Ad Market to Slow in 2024, U.S. Political Spending to Surge
Global advertising spending is projected to increase in the coming years, with digital platforms like Google and Meta taking the lead over traditional media players.
Political ad spending is expected to reach a new record in 2024, with the U.S. market experiencing growth but at a slower rate.
Rupert Murdoch says News Corp focused on 'opportunities and challenges' posed by AI
News Corp is focused on both the opportunities and challenges of advanced AI tools.
They are engaged in negotiations to provide original content to companies building generative AI tools.
News Corp aims to ensure that AI tools compensate news organizations for their content.
Advertising performance in the context of conversation | MarTech
Digital platforms that focus on conversation provide a unique extension to performance campaigns.
Conversations about consumer problems, recommendations, and brands drive opinions and purchases.
Advertising performance in the context of conversation | MarTech
Digital platforms that focus on conversation provide a unique extension to performance campaigns.
Conversations about consumer problems, recommendations, and brands drive opinions and purchases.
Global Ad Market to Slow in 2024, U.S. Political Spending to Surge
Global advertising spending is projected to increase in the coming years, with digital platforms like Google and Meta taking the lead over traditional media players.
Political ad spending is expected to reach a new record in 2024, with the U.S. market experiencing growth but at a slower rate.
Global Ad Market to Slow in 2024, U.S. Political Spending to Surge
Global advertising spending is projected to increase in the coming years, with digital platforms like Google and Meta taking the lead over traditional media players.
Political ad spending is expected to reach a new record in 2024, with the U.S. market experiencing growth but at a slower rate.
Rupert Murdoch says News Corp focused on 'opportunities and challenges' posed by AI
News Corp is focused on both the opportunities and challenges of advanced AI tools.
They are engaged in negotiations to provide original content to companies building generative AI tools.
News Corp aims to ensure that AI tools compensate news organizations for their content.
Advertising performance in the context of conversation | MarTech
Digital platforms that focus on conversation provide a unique extension to performance campaigns.
Conversations about consumer problems, recommendations, and brands drive opinions and purchases.
Global Ad Market to Slow in 2024, U.S. Political Spending to Surge
Global advertising spending is projected to increase in the coming years, with digital platforms like Google and Meta taking the lead over traditional media players.
Political ad spending is expected to reach a new record in 2024, with the U.S. market experiencing growth but at a slower rate.
Innovation is Making Digital Advertising More Powerful: Q&A with Rafa Ruigomez, StackAdapt
In this exclusive Q&A ahead of ATS Madrid 2023, Rafa Ruigómez, programmatic account manager, StackAdapt, provides an overview of the growing importance of contextual targeting, the value of a multi-channel strategy, and how marketers are already exploring Web3 technologies.How are advertisers and marketers preparing for the deprecation of third-party cookies and shift away from identifiers?
The Night of the 12th review gripping true-crime drama breaks with convention
French film-maker Dominik Moll has given us a gripping true-crime procedural, a desolate study of the ubiquity of evil and misogynist violence and the abyss of unknowing into which everyone finds themselves gazing: crime victims, relatives and the police themselves.And crime in the real world is often not bounded by the Agatha Christie conventions of clearcut motives and culprits unmasked.
The Online News Act could give Google and Meta too much influence over Canadian news organizations
Bill C-18, the Online News Act, could give Google and Meta greater influence over Canadian news media in the form of new agreements between online platforms and news organizations.The act would require digital platforms that make news outlets' content available in Canada to negotiate with those outlets to provide compensation for their news content.
Meta threatens to restrict news in Canada if it's forced to pay publishers
After losing a similar battle in Australia, Meta continues to resist efforts by a growing number of countries to require the social media company to pay for news linked on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.On Saturday, Meta announced that it would end news access for Canadian Facebook and Instagram users if the country's Online News Act is passed, Reuters reported.
FRANCE 24 reaffirms the commitment of all its channels to fight against all forms of discrimination
Issued on: 12/03/2023 - 20:32 Logo France 24 After the publication of an article on the CAMERA website (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America), and taken up by the Simon Wiesenthal Center, implicating a journalist and three Arabic-language correspondents of France 24 regarding certain comments they allegedly posted on their personal pages on social networks, the channel's management has immediately opened an audit on these alleged posts, as it communicated internally on March 10.
Elon Musk reopened Twitter for political ad business. But is it too late?
The platform's new ad verification process and disclosure mechanisms are rudimentary so far, relying on both potential advertisers and members of the public to fill out a form hosted by Google, unusual for a tech company that would typically be expected to build most of its own web features.Both Republican and Democratic digital operatives said they expect Twitter advertising will eventually pick up as campaigns seek to meet voters wherever they are, including on the Musk-owned platform.
Innovation is Making Digital Advertising More Powerful: Q&A with Rafa Ruigomez, StackAdapt
In this exclusive Q&A ahead of ATS Madrid 2023, Rafa Ruigómez, programmatic account manager, StackAdapt, provides an overview of the growing importance of contextual targeting, the value of a multi-channel strategy, and how marketers are already exploring Web3 technologies.How are advertisers and marketers preparing for the deprecation of third-party cookies and shift away from identifiers?
The Night of the 12th review gripping true-crime drama breaks with convention
French film-maker Dominik Moll has given us a gripping true-crime procedural, a desolate study of the ubiquity of evil and misogynist violence and the abyss of unknowing into which everyone finds themselves gazing: crime victims, relatives and the police themselves.And crime in the real world is often not bounded by the Agatha Christie conventions of clearcut motives and culprits unmasked.
The Online News Act could give Google and Meta too much influence over Canadian news organizations
Bill C-18, the Online News Act, could give Google and Meta greater influence over Canadian news media in the form of new agreements between online platforms and news organizations.The act would require digital platforms that make news outlets' content available in Canada to negotiate with those outlets to provide compensation for their news content.
Meta threatens to restrict news in Canada if it's forced to pay publishers
After losing a similar battle in Australia, Meta continues to resist efforts by a growing number of countries to require the social media company to pay for news linked on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.On Saturday, Meta announced that it would end news access for Canadian Facebook and Instagram users if the country's Online News Act is passed, Reuters reported.
FRANCE 24 reaffirms the commitment of all its channels to fight against all forms of discrimination
Issued on: 12/03/2023 - 20:32 Logo France 24 After the publication of an article on the CAMERA website (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America), and taken up by the Simon Wiesenthal Center, implicating a journalist and three Arabic-language correspondents of France 24 regarding certain comments they allegedly posted on their personal pages on social networks, the channel's management has immediately opened an audit on these alleged posts, as it communicated internally on March 10.
Elon Musk reopened Twitter for political ad business. But is it too late?
The platform's new ad verification process and disclosure mechanisms are rudimentary so far, relying on both potential advertisers and members of the public to fill out a form hosted by Google, unusual for a tech company that would typically be expected to build most of its own web features.Both Republican and Democratic digital operatives said they expect Twitter advertising will eventually pick up as campaigns seek to meet voters wherever they are, including on the Musk-owned platform.
A quiz, an email and a delivery: Why online sales of weight-loss drugs could be reined in
"While we cannot comment on ongoing investigations that could result in compliance action, we are working with several digital platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, eBay, Amazon and Gumtree among others, to prevent and remove unlawful advertising of therapeutic goods," a spokesman said in a statement.
Modern Retail Research: As DTC dominates, marketplaces edge out retailer channels for brand investment
Brands are primarily focused on their owned e-commerce sites.As for other sales channels, new survey results show that marketplaces are now winning slightly more brand investment than retail partner-owned digital platforms.For brands and retailers responding to Glossy and Modern Retail's Q1 2023 survey, marketplaces came in second place, in terms of the sales channel accounting for most investment from brands.
Back to the Drive-in movie review (2023) | Roger Ebert
Wright visits drive-ins nationwide, profiles the people and terrain, and invites them to tell their stories.Sites of interest include The Wellfleet in Cape Cod, Los Angeles' Mission Tiki, The Galaxy Drive-in of Ennis, Texas, and the Field of Dreams Drive-in of Liberty Center, Ohio.The latter exists because the owner became obsessed with opening a drive-in near his rural home but got frustrated by local zoning opposition.
Canadians Say No-Can-Do; Streaming Of The Good Old Days | AdExchanger
Here's today's AdExchanger.comnews round-up... Want it by email?Sign up Don't Label Me here.Canada is coming for digital platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Spotify and Netflix with legislation that requires the services to feature Canadian content in country.The new law extends regulations already in place for domestic TV and radio stations to abide by Canadian content quotas.
All aTwitter: 14 February 2023
The goal of All aTwitter is to give readers a handy spot to check the Washington Commanders beat writers & bloggers, national sports journalists, and football fans in order to keep up on the latest news and opinions about Washington, the NFL, and sports in general, along with a smattering of other things.
Back to the Drive-in movie review (2023) | Roger Ebert
Wright visits drive-ins nationwide, profiles the people and terrain, and invites them to tell their stories.Sites of interest include The Wellfleet in Cape Cod, Los Angeles' Mission Tiki, The Galaxy Drive-in of Ennis, Texas, and the Field of Dreams Drive-in of Liberty Center, Ohio.The latter exists because the owner became obsessed with opening a drive-in near his rural home but got frustrated by local zoning opposition.
Canadians Say No-Can-Do; Streaming Of The Good Old Days | AdExchanger
Here's today's AdExchanger.comnews round-up... Want it by email?Sign up Don't Label Me here.Canada is coming for digital platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Spotify and Netflix with legislation that requires the services to feature Canadian content in country.The new law extends regulations already in place for domestic TV and radio stations to abide by Canadian content quotas.
All aTwitter: 14 February 2023
The goal of All aTwitter is to give readers a handy spot to check the Washington Commanders beat writers & bloggers, national sports journalists, and football fans in order to keep up on the latest news and opinions about Washington, the NFL, and sports in general, along with a smattering of other things.
Live shopping promises stronger brand-consumer connections in 2023
As social commerce grows in prominence across digital platforms, an increasing number of brands are employing its capabilities to connect ad spend to online purchases.One aspect of its rising popularity is live shopping, which enables merchants to showcase and sell their products via livestream videos, integrated within digital platforms and offering consumers a more immersive shopping format.
Walmart's CFO Just Dropped a Bombshell Reason to Buy The Stock | The Motley Fool
The world's biggest brick-and-mortar retailer is evolving in a big way.Yes, Walmart is doing more online sales every year, but that's not its biggest evolution taking shape right now.Neither is its foray into primary healthcare, or any of its other traffic-driving offerings like premium private-label wines or technology-installation services.
David Jolicoeur, founding member of De La Soul who also performed as Trugoy the Dove, dies aged 54
David Jolicoeur, a founding member of the landmark rap trio De La Soul, has died at the age of 54.His death was confirmed by his representatives on Sunday and was first reported by the music outlet AllHipHop.No cause of death was disclosed.The musician who commonly performed under the stage name Trugoy the Dove, and later in his career as Dave had been open about his health issues.