Robert Andrews

MARCO ISLAND, FL — In the AI age, the adage “Garbage In, Garbage Out” may never have been more true. Given that machine learning and large language models rely on training data sets, the provenance of those inputs is critical. Those in advertising hoping to harness the technology should take note. In this video interview […]

In the swiftly evolving arena of digital media and advertising, industry professionals are constantly grappling with the challenges of identity, data targeting, and analytics. Ahead of speaking at Beet Retreat San Juan 2024, Kevin Kowalick, the VP Strategy for Media & Entertainment at TransUnion, says marketers, solving for cookie deprecation, are moving off a technology […]

CVS’ retail media platform, CVS Media Exchange, (CMX) will adopt the LiveRamp data clean room solution rolled out by Pinterest, so that its consumer packaged goods (CPG) advertisers can track product sales coming from Pinterest ads. It is another move showing the growing adoption of the clean room technology, which allows for anonymized consumer data […]

In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital advertising, the topic of signal loss is becoming increasingly prominent. The deprecation of third-party cookies, IP signal loss, and the advent of numerous new state laws are just a few of the changes contributing to an environment where personal data is less accessible and its processing is fraught […]

MARCO ISLAND, FL — How do you keep a viewer engaged when it’s commercial break time and their smartphone is just a few inches away? For Luc Marsolais, the answer lays in innovating the CTV experience. In this video interview with Beet.TV, Marsolais, Chief Operations Officer, Sharethrough, explains what his company is doing about it. Innovations […]

In a landscape void of cookies, advertisers and publishers are facing what some call the great reset, a moment that’s reshaping how media is valued and measured. Amidst this digital transformation, David Simon, GM of Growth Initiatives at Moloco, radiates optimism about the opportunity for a more equitable playing field across various media forms. In […]

MARCO ISLAND, FL — The digital advertising landscape is on the brink of a seismic shift, as the industry prepares for the inevitable deprecation of third-party cookies. In this video interview with Beet.TV, Patrick McCarthy, SVP of Programmatic Monetization, Dotdash Meredith, advocates for a reimagined programmatic business. While there is currently disruption, he believes the outcome can […]

The upcoming Beet Retreat San Juan 2024, March 6 to 8, will hear from a constellation of media and advertising executives thrashing-out the latest strategies in retail media, connected TV and more. Ahead of the event, Evan Hovorka, VP, Product & Innovation, Albertsons Media Collective, which is sponsoring, explains why he thinks the Beet Retreat is […]

MARCO ISLAND, FL — With the proliferation of first-party data, retailers are no longer mere sellers; they’ve transformed into full-fledged media companies, wielding personalized messaging and closed-loop measurement to capture both online and in-store insights. This significant shift has brands and smaller retail platforms alike rethinking strategies to maintain relevance and drive consumer engagement. In this […]

LAS VEGAS — TikTok has transcended being just a hub for dance challenges and youthful exuberance; it’s now a cultural powerhouse with over 160 million monthly active users in the US alone. Advertisers are taking note. TikTok is expected to take up to 2.6% of total digital ad spend worldwide in 2024, eMarketer forecasts. In this […]

LAS VEGAS — In the wake of a post-cookie advertising landscape, the shift toward first-party data strategies is gaining momentum, according to Bill Stratton, Global Head, Media, Entertainment & Advertising Vertical, at Snowflake. The data cloud company is seeing brands increasingly leveraging clean rooms and first-party data. And Snowflake recently acquired another data company to […]

MARCO ISLAND, FL — After a few years in which the rise of ad blockers and subscription content reframed advertising as intrusive, the digital ad industry’s umbrella body is coming out batting for the ad-supported internet. The IAB just released The Free and Open Ad-Supported Internet: Consumers, Content, and Assessing the Data Value Exchange, a […]

LAS VEGAS — These days, consumer electronics makers at CES don’t just show off their latest TV hardware. Some also demonstrate their capabilities in media and advertising services. In this video interview with Beet.TV, Justin Evans, Global Head of Analytics & Insights, Samsung Ads, explains how the company is launching new services to help advertisers benefit […]

MARCO ISLAND, FL — One of the world’s biggest consumer goods companies, one with a rich heritage in TV brand-building, is getting excited about the capabilities and tricks of the new, internet-powered TV. With brands like Persil and Cif, Unilever is a big media spender. In this video interview with Beet.TV at the IAB’s Annual […]

MARCO ISLAND, FL — It is forecast to reach $109.6 billion globally this year – but can game advertising strike a balance between the urge to play and encouraging ad buyers to pay? As the gaming industry continues to explode, advertisers are drawn to the immersive and engaging world of games, seeking to captivate an […]

LAS VEGAS — In the rapidly evolving world of connected TV (CTV) and digital advertising, brands are constantly seeking more precise targeting and measurable outcomes. Samsung Ads has positioned itself in this arena by leveraging a vast array of consumer data from across its ecosystem of devices. Michael Richardson, Global Head of Product at Samsung […]

MARCO ISLAND, FL — Why did data company LiveRamp acquire last month acquire Habu, one of the leading vendors behind the crop of clean room software suites? For Scott Howe, CEO, LiveRamp, it’s about fit and the future. In this video interview with Beet.TV at the IAB’s Annual Leadership Meeting, Howe describes the deal and more […]

MARCO ISLAND, FL — These days, selling cars isn’t just about, well, selling cars. For Ford, it is also about becoming a trusted brand in an age of mistrust and AI fear. In this video interview with Beet.TV at IAB’s Annual Leadership Meeting, Jen Brace, Chief Futurist, Ford Motor Company, explains why modern auto marketing is […]

LAS VEGAS — What can an ad platform from a TV maker offer in 2024? Samsung Ads launched its DSP in 2020. Now it is making enhancements to the platform. In this video interview with Beet.TV, Craig Chinn, VP of Platform Sales at Samsung Ads, shares insights into the company’s latest endeavors to transform the […]

MARCO ISLAND, FL — The imperative for sustainability has never been more critical, and the advertising industry – with a range of impacts, including energy consumption from programmatic trading – has a role to play. In January, scientists warned carbon reduction targets could be missed without urgent intervention. In this video interview with Beet.TV at the […]