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Mar 12, 2025 • 28min

Episode 21: Omer Tene talks generative AI

Omer Tene, a partner at Goodwin Procter and a data protection expert, dives deep into the world of generative AI. He discusses the evolution of advertising influenced by AI, spotlighting the risks of bias and safety in targeting methods. Omer also unpacks challenges in navigating privacy regulations, stressing the need for transparency and accountability in the ad tech landscape. Additionally, he shares a personal touch, reflecting on the balance between work and leisure through his passion for skiing.
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Mar 5, 2025 • 36min

Episode 20: Eric Goldman on Section 230

In this engaging discussion, Eric Goldman, Associate Dean and law professor at Santa Clara University, shares his insights on the vital Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. He explains its groundbreaking role in shaping the internet and digital advertising landscape. Goldman discusses current challenges facing Section 230, potential pitfalls of its repeal, and the ongoing evolution of content moderation. The conversation also touches on the dark side of social media trends, emphasizing the responsibility of platforms in safeguarding user safety.
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Feb 26, 2025 • 42min

Episode 19: Peter Craddock on the history of consent and personal data

Peter Craddock joins Alan to talk about the history of consent and personal data under EU data protection law - and the evolution of cookie walls, paywalls, and "Pay or Consent" as used by large platforms.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 19, 2025 • 37min

Episode 18: Eric Seufert on whether Europe will kill Apple's ATT

Eric Seufert of Mobile Dev Memo joins Alan to talk about Apple ATT and the latest decision coming from Germany's Federal Cartel Office (the Bundeskartellamt). Eric shares helpful background on ATT and why competition regulators are taking issue with Apple on competition and privacy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 12, 2025 • 34min

Episode 17: Ana Milicevic of Sparrow Advisors on cookies, the DMV and the past and future of adtech

On this episode, host Alan Chapell has a candid discussion with Ana Milicevic about how content monetization lost its way, the risks of over simplification of privacy and the end of an Internet without borders. There's also a lesson to be learned about why Ana doesn't like the DMV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 5, 2025 • 34min

Episode 16: Ricky Sutton of the Future Media newsletter and podcast

Ricky Sutton, a journalist and tech entrepreneur, dives into the challenges facing the news publishing industry. He discusses historic shifts from print to digital, and how big tech monopolies complicate the landscape. Sutton emphasizes the necessity of robust antitrust enforcement as a starting point for reform. The conversation touches on the evolving roles of AI and communication technologies, urging publishers to innovate in distribution and monetization to thrive in a competitive market.
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Jan 29, 2025 • 33min

Episode 15: Arielle Garcia on the Omnicom IPG merger and agencies competing with big tech

Host Alan Chapell talks about the proposed Omnicom IPG merger and the future of agency holding companies with Arielle Garcia of Check My Ads.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 22, 2025 • 34min

Episode 14: Julia Shullman on Google's device fingerprinting policy shift

On this episode of the Monopoly Report, host Alan Chapell discusses Google's December 2024 policy shift on device fingerprinting with adtech privacy and legal thought leader Julia Shullman. They attempt to place historical context on the definition of device fingerprinting and speculate on Google's rationale - both for Google's recent about face and for instituting the anti-fingerprinting policy in the first place. They also talk about changes coming to the CTV ads and privacy space and share a few stories outlining how difficult it can be to gain consensus in the ads space when it comes to industry standards.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 15, 2025 • 33min

Omar Tawakol, founder of BlueKai, talks about his new start-up Rembrandt that just raised $23 million for AI product placement

Omar Tawakol, founder and CEO of Rembrandt and former leader of BlueKai, dives into the fascinating world of AI product placement. He discusses the evolution of data privacy in advertising, balancing consumer control with targeted marketing. The conversation highlights Rembrandt's innovative approach to seamlessly integrate products into content, revolutionizing viewer engagement. Omar also critiques traditional advertising methods and explores the challenges and strategies within the complex landscape of tech governance and corporate transitions.
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Jan 8, 2025 • 39min

Episode 12: Standards for data clean rooms with Jules Polonetsky and Doug Miller

Jules Polonetsky and Doug Miller of the Future of Privacy Forum join Alan Chapell to talk clean rooms. Are standards needed for data clean rooms? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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