Big Tech companies are increasingly creating “walled gardens” — closed ecosystems that control user’s access to information. Google’s new AI search assistant is the latest example, designed to provide quick, summarized answers to search queries. While this feature improves the user experience, it also poses new challenges for businesses and marketers. What is Google’s AI […]
Consumer privacy is a critical aspect of every marketer’s advertising strategy, and with new legislation on the horizon, businesses are facing significant changes. Starting this July, new state privacy laws in Vermont, Oregon, Texas, Montana, and Florida will introduce strict requirements for opt-in consent and place a greater emphasis on ethical data protection practices. In […]
Fall is approaching in an even-numbered year. That means inboxes are bracing for an onslaught of political advertising. Actually, it’s already begun and shows no signs of slowing. The U.S. political ad market is projected to reach $16 billion in 2024, doubling the $8 billion that was spent on political advertising during the 2020 presidential […]
This June, we’re focusing on four first-party custom audiences that present unique opportunities for digital advertisers: cannabis buyers, fitness enthusiasts, online sportsbook players, and active investors. Understanding and effectively targeting these diverse groups is essential for maximizing the impact of your digital advertising efforts. By tailoring your campaigns to the specific needs and behaviors of […]
In a move that has reverberated across the digital landscape, Google has announced its plan to phase out third-party cookies on Chrome, marking a significant departure from the longstanding practice of employing cookies to track users’ online activities. Google claims this decision arose from its commitment to enhancing privacy and security for its users, amidst […]
The ever-growing gap between ad exposure and tangible business outcomes has long been a tough challenge, with 74% of marketers reporting that they cannot measure or report how their marketing efforts directly impact their business. Most traditional metrics, like clicks and impressions, only offer a vague measure of success and are of little help. This […]
Digital marketing shines when it moves beyond addressing vague audiences and instead prioritizes connecting with actual people at the individual level. As the industry finally moves away from cookies, one key path to success emerges: first-party data. BRIDGE is laser-focused on helping you leverage first-party data to reach actual, verified people with your message. Each […]
Marketers are finally coming to terms with the fact that they can’t have their cookies and eat them too. Big Tech has begun maneuvering to escape the crosshairs of regulators, lawmakers, and privacy advocates alike, beginning with Google’s announcement that they will be disabling third-party cookies in 1% of global Chrome users. Good riddance. In […]
If there’s one thing most marketers can agree on, it’s that true success hinges on creating campaigns that will genuinely resonate with actual people, and that it’s much more than just numbers and dollar signs. With the average consumer having a total of 16 connected devices, it’s important to reach actual people where they’re most […]
Marketer or not, everyone knows by now that data reigns supreme. It fuels our campaigns, shapes our strategies, drives businesses forward, and is relied on by 88% of marketers to enhance customer understanding. But still, a critical distinction is often muddied—the difference between marketing to actual, verified people and the ‘real’ people that other data […]
