GLOBAL ADVERTISING SPEND TO PASS $1 TRILLION FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS YEAR
26. 11. 2024 Global advertising spend is on course to grow 10.7% this year to a total of $1.08trn, with online media leading the charge – the strongest growth rate in six years and the largest absolute rise on record if the post-Covid recovery of 2021 (+27.9% year-on-year) is disregarded – the new forecast represents a 0.2 percentage… Continue reading GLOBAL ADVERTISING SPEND TO PASS $1 TRILLION FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS YEAR
“DROP THE WORDS LINEAR AND DIGITAL; LET’S JUST TALK TV” SAYS NICK MANNING
20. 11. 2024 The distinction between linear and digital TV is becoming increasingly nonsensical from a broadcaster perspective, argues Nick Manning, Founder of Encyclomedia International. Although different TV platforms have different functions, Manning suggests “the trick is to treat it as a single entity.” In this interview, Manning explores ways for European broadcasters to attract more ad spend,… Continue reading “DROP THE WORDS LINEAR AND DIGITAL; LET’S JUST TALK TV” SAYS NICK MANNING
THE INFLUENCE OF MEDIA PSYCHOLOGY ON ADVERTISING
31. 7. 2024 Advertising has long been influenced by the principles of psychology. With the application of the discipline of media psychology, this influence has deepened and become more nuanced. Media psychology focuses on understanding how media and communication technologies impact human behavior, identity and societal dynamics. In the context of advertising, it provides critical insights into how… Continue reading THE INFLUENCE OF MEDIA PSYCHOLOGY ON ADVERTISING
PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS: SPORTS MEDIA IN THE ERA OF FRAGMENTATION
26. 7. 2024 The International Olympic Committee’s Jérôme Parmentier on Olympic viewing habits in the era of TikTok and Netflix, and what this means for media rights. What trends are you seeing at the IOC from a media perspective, in terms of how sports content is consumed and the impact this is having on broadcasters and media platforms?… Continue reading PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS: SPORTS MEDIA IN THE ERA OF FRAGMENTATION
STUDY UK: TRUST IN ADVERTISING IS ON THE RISE
19. 6. 2024 For the first time in a decade, advertising is no longer the UK’s least trusted industry, as new research* from advertising industry think tank Credos shows it overtaking government and media. Dan Wilks, Director of Credos, outlines three reasons why trust is so important: “Firstly, when it comes to results, trust in brands and trust… Continue reading STUDY UK: TRUST IN ADVERTISING IS ON THE RISE
MULTIPLATFORM TV & AUDIO COMPANIES UNITE AROUND FIVE PRIORITIES AS KEYS TO SUCCESS IN TOMORROW’S MEDIA LANDSCAPE
17. 6. 2024 New Industry Charter outlines the collective ambition and joint commitments of multiplatform TV & audio businesses worldwide. egta, the international trade body for multiplatform TV and audio businesses, proudly announces the launch of its Industry Charter, marking a significant milestone in its 50-year history. Unanimously adopted by over 180 companies across more than 40 markets,… Continue reading MULTIPLATFORM TV & AUDIO COMPANIES UNITE AROUND FIVE PRIORITIES AS KEYS TO SUCCESS IN TOMORROW’S MEDIA LANDSCAPE
BIG TECH IS GOING GREEN, SO LET’S HELP THE WHOLE INDUSTRY DO THE SAME
2. 5. 2024 Smaller players don’t have the resource of the tech giants but, with the help of advertisers, they can still make a significant contribution to a green future. Digital media’s response to carbon emissions is taking place on a number of fronts, but certainly the mightiest, the most pull-out-all-the-stops impressive, is the one embodied by the… Continue reading BIG TECH IS GOING GREEN, SO LET’S HELP THE WHOLE INDUSTRY DO THE SAME
REGULATION BUILDS TRUST IN ADVERTISING
29. 3. 2024 When people are aware that advertising is regulated, they are more likely to trust and have favourable views towards the industry generally, as well as displaying higher levels of trust across individual media channels. That’s the main takeaway from research by the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) into the effectiveness of a recent campaign that… Continue reading REGULATION BUILDS TRUST IN ADVERTISING
CHALLENGES FOR MEDIA PLANNING IN AN AI-DRIVEN WORLD
21. 2. 2024 Global advertising spend is predicted to top $1 trillion for the first time in 2024, but the adoption of artificial intelligence means there are concerns around media quality which affect all aspects of media planning and buying, says a new WARC report. Why you should read the report The Future of Media 2024 takes a look… Continue reading CHALLENGES FOR MEDIA PLANNING IN AN AI-DRIVEN WORLD
GET IN LINE: WHY 2024 WILL BE THE YEAR OF LINEAR
16. 2. 2024 This year, the pendulum will swing back towards talent from technology as this industry rediscovers what made it special, writes the editor-in-chief. Happy New Year. Shall we, the media and advertising community collective, make a joint resolution for 2024? Here’s my idea — let’s ban the word “digital” in the context of media. I’m not… Continue reading GET IN LINE: WHY 2024 WILL BE THE YEAR OF LINEAR
FORECAST: GLOBAL AD SPEND TO GROW FASTER IN 2024
8. 2. 2024 Insider Intelligence forecasts that worldwide spending in digital, traditional, and total media ad spending will all grow faster in 2024 than they did in 2023 (when growth amounted to 0.5 per cent YoY). “After two years of relative malaise, the outlook is very positive on a global scale and in every major region,” commented Insider… Continue reading FORECAST: GLOBAL AD SPEND TO GROW FASTER IN 2024
HOW TO MAP MEDIA QUALITY FOR PHYSICAL AND MENTAL MEASURES
2. 2. 2024 EssenceMediacom’s strategy chief reveals new research into media channel signalling strength. In biblical times, if God wanted action, He didn’t muck about. Take the season we’re in now: Epiphany. I’m pretty sure God thinks of these things like a marketer, so He probably wrote a brief to his agency (I’m guessing it wasn’t Adam &… Continue reading HOW TO MAP MEDIA QUALITY FOR PHYSICAL AND MENTAL MEASURES
BRANDS TO SPEND RECORD £9.5BN ON CHRISTMAS ADVERTISING
9. 12. 2023 Media inflation set to lift ad spend by 4.8% this Christmas, according to Advertising Association and Warc data. Advertisers are expected to spend a record £9.5bn this Christmas season, according to data from the Advertising Association and Warc, a 4.8% increase on the same period last year largely attributed in part to inflation. Brands have… Continue reading BRANDS TO SPEND RECORD £9.5BN ON CHRISTMAS ADVERTISING
TV STILL THE MAIN NEWS SOURCE FOR EUROPEAN NEWS, BUT SOCIAL MEDIA GROWING
7. 12. 2023 Television continues to dominate as the primary news source for European citizens, according to a Eurobarometer survey on behalf of the European Parliament. Television holds 71% of attention, followed by online press and news platforms (42%), with radio and social media platforms sharing third position on 37% each. Citizens see online news platforms and social… Continue reading TV STILL THE MAIN NEWS SOURCE FOR EUROPEAN NEWS, BUT SOCIAL MEDIA GROWING
THE IMPORTANCE OF INTEGRATING DIGITAL AND TRADITIONAL MARKETING
8. 11. 2023 Denis Sinelnikov is the CEO of Media Components and Curis Digital, an award-winning, full-service digital marketing agency. It’s the digital age. Between work, shopping and entertainment, we’re online several times a day (and an increasing number of us are online “almost constantly,” according to Pew Research). So why am I, a digital marketer, talking about… Continue reading THE IMPORTANCE OF INTEGRATING DIGITAL AND TRADITIONAL MARKETING
INCREASE IN FEES FOR PUBLIC TELEVISION DOES NOT MAKE SENSE TO US, SAYS DIRECTOR OF PRIMA
20. 10. 2023 The amendment to the media law is a hot topic not only in radio but also in private television. How hard is it to make TV series today under the pressure of Netflix production? And how does the TV viewer actually behave today? Radio Prostor asked the most knowledgeable person. Marketa Rachmanová was joined by… Continue reading INCREASE IN FEES FOR PUBLIC TELEVISION DOES NOT MAKE SENSE TO US, SAYS DIRECTOR OF PRIMA
“WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE BANNER AD?” SAID NO ONE EVER: WHY CREATIVES STILL LOVE TV
9. 10. 2023 Marketers are reportedly falling out of love with TV – but what do creatives think about the future of the medium? When someone is asked what their favourite ad is they will almost certainly refer to a TV spot. TV is an advertising medium that can leave a long-lasting impression on a person and is… Continue reading “WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE BANNER AD?” SAID NO ONE EVER: WHY CREATIVES STILL LOVE TV
IPSOS STUDY: TRUST IN TRADITIONAL MEDIA CONTINUES – TELEVISION IS THE MAIN SOURCE OF INFORMATION IN AUSTRIA
7. 10. 2023 UNESCO, in cooperation with Ipsos, recently published a groundbreaking study looking at the sources of misinformation in countries where elections will be held next year. The results of the study offer a fascinating insight into the media landscape, particularly in Austria. The latest study, carried out by Ipsos on behalf of UNESCO, shows that television… Continue reading IPSOS STUDY: TRUST IN TRADITIONAL MEDIA CONTINUES – TELEVISION IS THE MAIN SOURCE OF INFORMATION IN AUSTRIA