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Conan O’Brien Partners With AI Cybersecurity Firm for 15-Part Training Series

If you’re going to train people on how to recognize AI-generated deepfakes, who better to recruit than the deepfake pioneer himself, Conan O’Brien? That’s what the cybersecurity AI firm Adaptive Security did, enlisting the Emmy-winning comedian to star in a 15-part training series for its customers exploring the various cyber threats emerging in the AI […]

How ‘The Simpsons’ Was Adapted Into ‘Fantasy Capitalism’ World of Scopely’s ‘Monopoly Go’ Mobile Game

Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie entered the world of “Monopoly GO!” last week with the launch of the hit Scopely mobile game’s “The Simpsons” integration. The in-game event marks the biggest collaboration for “Monopoly Go!” so far — following tie-ins with Marvel, Star Wars and Harry Potter — and the most grownup. “There’s some […]

LISTEN: ‘GTA 6,’ Xbox Exclusives, Paramount Revs Game Studio and More From Summer Game Fest

On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety’s Jennifer Maas reports on Summer Game Fest, the gaming industry’s annual product showcase. Xbox and Paramount made news with strategic shifts and an executive appointment. Overall, Maas observes the mood among insiders was better at this year’s event compared to last year, when the games sector was […]

Sun Valley 2026: David Ellison, Bari Weiss, Disney’s Josh D’Amaro, Jeff Bezos and More Make the List (EXCLUSIVE)

No room this summer on David Geffen’s mega-yacht, Rising Sun? Oligarchs and moguls needn’t worry, there’s always July in Sun Valley – Allen & Co.’s annual leadership retreat for media and tech barons in Idaho. The “billionaire summer camp” has long been the scene for trust falls and starry panels, while the real gamesmanship of […]

Nike and Adidas take their rivalry to the World Cup. Who will win?

The brands are both at a crossroads, and their campaign centerpieces play up soccer bona fides alongside the sport’s stars and other pop icons.

Media spend on customer acquisition accelerates amid rush to AI: Gartner

AI readiness may be falling short as a focus remains on short-term optimization and results.

Optimus Prime will take your call: Hasbro leans into AI-driven licensing

The toy company’s AI studio, Sixth Wall, will debut behavioral licensing, which is focused on how characters think, speak and interact in new experiences.

How To Build A Growth Marketing Team On A Startup Budget

What does a growth marketing team actually cost to build right in 2026? The answer depends entirely on who you hire first. The post How To Build A Growth Marketing Team On A Startup Budget appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

The AI Convergence Problem

Shared training data plus shared incentives equals everyone sounding like everyone else. Is your brand the one being averaged out? The post The AI Convergence Problem appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

The Complete Guide To Local SEO For Multiple Locations via @sejournal, @TaylorDanRW

Modern local SEO strategies for multi-location businesses, covering entity clustering, AI optimization, and advanced Google Business Profile management techniques. The post The Complete Guide To Local SEO For Multiple Locations appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Web Push Advertising 2026: Market Trends, Challenges & Opportunities via @sejournal, @rollerads

Find out how to optimize your push advertising strategy with insights on Web Push notifications and engagement in 2026. The post Web Push Advertising 2026: Market Trends, Challenges & Opportunities appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Reddit Gained Top Positions In Every Niche After May Core Update via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern

SE Ranking found Reddit gained top 3 share across all 20 niches after Google's May core update, with smaller moves in YMYL categories. The post Reddit Gained Top Positions In Every Niche After May Core Update appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

More News Sites Default To Blocking AI Crawlers via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern

Reuters and Time now block AI bots by default, allowing only approved crawlers through allowlists, as more publishers add friction to AI content scraping. The post More News Sites Default To Blocking AI Crawlers appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Taylors ads showcase a love for coffee percolating into everyday situations

Lucky Generals created the campaign.

Thameslink and Gatwick Express owner GTR appoints T&P to its creative account

TMW was the incumbent.

Pete Markey joins University of Nottingham as CMO

Markey was previously CMO at Boots.

Accenture to buy Whalar for undisclosed sum

Whalar’s co-chief executives Emma Harman and Jo Cronk will continue to lead the influencer agency.

Uber Eats enlists Gordon Ramsay to stop people cooking during the World Cup

Mother created the work.

How will Cannes be different this year amid greater awards scrutiny?

Campaign UK 40 Over 40 2026: winners revealed

Awards are now in their sixth year in the UK.

Will adspend grow by double-digits in 2026, despite global volatility?

Campaign Red’s latest market report “2026 Adspend Outlook” examines the major issues.

Specsavers, VodafoneThree and BA join Campaign In-House Agency Awards 2026 judging panel

The second deadline to enter is 11 June.

RNLI starts search for creative advertising agency

The charity has invited agencies to pitch.

Benny Everitt and Shaun Savage launch creative studio Blind Faith

Blind Faith is based in Shoreditch and will specialise in sport, music and pop culture.