AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHoliday Campaigns: The 2026 Christmas ad race is under way, with John Lewis, Aldi and other brands drawing attention; Prada is betting on hand-drawn animation as Coca-Cola faces AI backlash. Retail Media: Japanese convenience-store operators are expanding digital signage to drive purchases. Ad Platforms: Google is adding up to four ads in AI Mode and widening use of Gmail and Photos data for personalized ads, while Reddit tests search ads as Google traffic declines. ChatGPT ads are attracting more placements, but reports say they deliver far less value per visit than Google Search. Streaming: Netflix has hired a Google executive to lead its ads platform. Political Advertising: US midterm campaigns set a spending record, with TV ads a major part of the costly contest.
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