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Phil Tetlow: 8 steps to understanding information (and maybe the universe)
Join Phil Tetlow on a mind-bending journey to understand how we organize endless data into relevant information. Our minds, he says, use tools like pattern-matching and simplifying to make sense of the world around us. He explores the concept of network theory, detailing how vast amounts of information tend to be delivered through relatively sma...
Answer engine optimization case studies that prove the ROI of AEO in 2026
AI search is already influencing how buyers discover brands — and the results are measurable. According to the 2026 HubSpot State of Marketing report, 58% of marketers say visitors referred by AI tools convert at higher rates than traditional organic traffic. As platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini increasingly shape buying decisions, visibility inside AI-generated answers is quickly becoming a competitive advantage. This shift has given rise to answer engine optimization (AEO) — the
YouTube Launches Gemini-Powered Creator Partnerships With AI Matching
YouTube is positioning itself as a comprehensive operating system for creator marketing—a shift that could unseat third-party creator platforms.
Google Folds Gemini Deeper Into DV360 to Automate Media Planning and Buying
At its NewFronts event in Manhattan, Google unveiled a suite of updates to its popular ad buying platform.
OpenAI Poaches Meta Ad Veteran to Build Its Ads Business
David Dugan, formerly an ads leader at Meta, joins OpenAI as its vp and head of global ads solutions.
Scripps Bets Big on Women’s Sports for New Live Streaming Channel in Upfront Pitch
The Scripps Sports Network, a free, ad-supported streaming channel, will start with 100 live events across the year.
Walmart’s Vizio Pitches New Way to Track If Streaming Ads Drive Sales
Plus, product placements are coming.
Cardi B Tackles Inbox Anxiety in Yahoo Mail Push for Its AI-Powered Planner
Cardi B fronts a campaign introducing Yahoo Mail’s new AI-powered feature.
Why social media marketers are switching to cloud phones in 2026
<p>Physical devices can't scale. Here's how cloud phones are changing multi-account management.</p>
Instagram adds AI transition option for still image-based Stories
<p>The platform’s new tool within the image gallery will allow users to generate moving displays that show up as videos.</p>
Human speech and presence help drive Reels engagement
<p>Videos that include a person talking or that feature a highly visible person in the first three seconds have better retention, according to new data from Emplifi.</p>
YouTube tests video highlights preview feature
<p>The new system could replace thumbnails and provide viewers with more context before they click on recommended clips.</p>
Elon Musk held liable for misleading investors ahead of Twitter acquisition
<p>A federal jury in California has ordered the X owner to pay as much as $2.6 billion after ruling that he intentionally manipulated the platform’s share price.</p><p> </p>
Social platforms call on EU regulators to ensure the continuity of child protection measures
<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/IPuNkiRgMjmxFZYtAbn9SJZwWUrtr6mCb51ekt2hBrA/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0xNzU0MDk3NjcuanBn.webp"/></div></figure><p>A joint statement from Google, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Meta, Microsoft and TikTok asked lawmakers to create a better framework or extend the current one.</p><p> </p>
How Noam Glick Built a Practice Around the Workers Others Overlooked
Noam Glick spent years learning the law from the inside — watching how large companies defended themselves against employee claims and studying how those defenses were constructed. When he switched sides in 2014, he brought that institutional knowledge with him. The result is Glick Law Group, a Los Angeles-based firm that represents employees exclusively and draws on a background few plaintiff-side attorneys can claim.From Environmental Policy to the Courtroom Noam Glick’s path to employme
Week of March 9 Cable News Ratings: Viewership Drops
Fox News remained the most-watched cable news network.
How an Air Force Stint in South Korea Helped Make Chuck Norris a Uniquely American Brand
Chuck Norris, the martial-arts meister turned actor—and, later in life, entrepreneur and ambassador for brands from Toyota to Glock—died on March 19 in Hawaii. He was 86. While Norris never […]
NCAA Women’s Tournament Ads ‘Well Sold’ With Record $1.5 Million for 30-Second Spot
Disney and ESPN achieve new highs for women's tournament ad sales, with pricing up double digits percent-wise.
How Search Visibility Can Help Dental Practices Attract New Patients
As digital technology continues to influence how people find services, dentistry is experiencing a shift in patient acquisition. Online search has become one of the main ways people evaluate dental practices. It is now common for patients to compare services, read reviews, and research provider credentials online before determining where they feel the most confident seeking care. This change in behavior is making search engine optimization (SEO) an increasingly important part of how dental pract
Week of March 9 Evening News Ratings: Networks Have Week-to-Week Declines
CBS Evening News falls below 4 million total viewers for the week.