The MadTech Podcast

In this podcast special, ExchangeWire’s head of content John Still is joined by Ryan Wareham, SVP managing director EMEA at R/GA, to discuss how the agency landscape is evolving.  They expand on:  The recent shifts that have taken place in the agency landscape  How AI is shaping the agency model  How AI is aiding creativity  The rise of independent agencies  What independence means for R/GA and the wider industry 

Today’s MadTech discusses the rejection of the UK Government’s petition to keep its Apple backdoor data demand hearing secret, Spotify’s new ad tools and the White House’s direction for federal agencies to appoint AI leaders and develop strategies.

Today’s MadTech discusses at a potential fine for X from the EU, copyright lawsuits brought against OpenAI and Microsoft being combined, the BBC pushing for more credit in Apple and Google News, and CNBC’s new streaming service.

Today, Dot discusses Trump extending the TikTok sale deadline for the second time, Meta's fact checking finally coming to an end for all US users, and WPP's acquisition of InfoSum. 

Dive into the dynamic world of ad tech as experts discuss key mergers and acquisitions shaping the industry's future. Explore the implications of a controversial lawsuit about advertiser boycotts and antitrust laws. Unpack the challenges of AI, copyright issues, and brand safety, particularly surrounding major platforms like Meta. Discover YouTube's stronghold in the Connected TV scene and the hurdles it faces. Plus, get insights on how AI-driven solutions are revolutionizing ad delivery while addressing sustainability concerns.

Today’s MadTech Daily discusses new TikTok bidders, tariffs on production hubs, clear channel Europe-North’s acquisition and Meta’s multi-year partnership with UFC.

Today’s MadTech Daily covers Roblox partnering with Google, two cases against Apple being put on hold, and new ad tools unveiled by Reddit.

Today, Dot discusses PayPal's plans to bring its ad business to the UK in July, WARC downgrading its ad spend forecast for Q1, OpenAI securing $40bn in its latest funding round, and WPP removing DEI references from its annual report. 

Today's MadTech discusses fines over Data consent Practices, xAI's acquisition of X and BBC's decision against Podcast Ads plan

In today's Daily, Dot looks at EU's decision to lessen DMA blow on Apple and Meta to avoid US backlash, TikTok Shop's plans Expands in Europe and Reddit Expansion on Conversation Ads