Facebook starts showing ads to non-members on external websites
In a major move against Google, Facebook will begin showing adverts to people around the web; not just at those not logged in, but those without an account at all.
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Spotify revenues surge 80% (but losses widen)
Spotify saw revenues surge 80% to €1.94bn (£1.5bn) last year but losses deepened as the music streaming service put more money into investments.
Vice Media lays off up to 20 editorial staff
Vice Media has become the latest news putlet to layoff staff, following the likes of Mashable and Buzzfeed as upcoming digital media publications struggle to turn a profit in an increasingly saturated market.
GoPro and Red Bull team up for global partnership
Red Bull is partnering Go Pro in a deal that will see the energy drink brand use the POV camera at more than 1,800 Red Bull events in the next few years.
Mobiles ‘most emotionally engaging screen’
Mobiles provide the most emotionally engaging screen, and are the most effective at delivering ‘seamless moments’ for consumers, according to new research.
Can you win the Best of the European Internet? Lovie Awards 2016 seeks final entries
With the 10th June deadline fast approaching, The Lovie Awards is seeking entries to honour the best of the internet across Europe, from online ads and video to mobile apps and social media.
What to do about consumers blocking your ads
Ad-blocking was a primary focus during this year’s Ad Week agenda, but why do consumers block ads? Marie-Louise Dalton, Marketing Director EMEA, Connexity looks at what brands and marketers can do to create advertisements with meaning and relevance for their consumers.
Google I/O round-up: Android N, smart cars and “Daydream” VR
This year’s Google I/O conference saw the internet giant unveil a raft of new platforms and features. We look back at the top nine announcements from the event, from smart homes to streaming apps…
Guest comment: Is scattered information destroying your business?
Poorly organised information can waste businesses time and money, and result in decisions being made on incomplete data. With numerous platforms available for data to be sourced/saved, what do businesses need to do to combat this issue and use it positively to increase growth? Kieran Saunders, senior business solutions consultant, FileMaker discusses whether scattered information … [Read more…]
BBC faces backlash ahead of online recipe cull
The BBC and UK government are facing and online backlash after it was revealed the broadcaster is to delete 11,000 online recipes.