Josh Kolm
McDonald’s, Rogers hold on to top spots: AdEase Radio
However, a major buy from Sobeys gave grocers a big radio presence across Canada.
CRTC extends hundreds of TV broadcast licenses
The regulator is seeking more time to modernize its licensing framework as it implements the Online Streaming Act.
News organizations ask Competition Bureau to investigate Meta
News Media Canada, the Canadian Association of Broadcasters and CBC claim the company’s plans to block news content amounts to anti-competitive behaviour.
Stagwell’s revenue dips 5% in Q2
However, new business wins have CEO Mark Penn optimistic about the rest of the year.
Tims and McDonald’s stay on top: AdEase TV
Meanwhile, CIBC made a big push behind its newest campaign.
Government intends to ‘stand its ground’ as Meta blocks news content
The Heritage Minister decried the move as “irresponsible” and intends to continue to “stand up for Canadians against tech giants.”
Google names new head of agency and partners in Canada
Former Twitter exec Andrea MacDonald will lead work with the company’s key partners.
McDonald’s retakes the top spot: AdEase Radio
Virgin Plus and Amazon also began new radio pushes with strong buys.
Google releases tool to upgrade to Performance Max
The self-serve tool is meant to make it easier to bring AI-powered capabilities to Display and Search ads.
Snap’s revenue dips 4% in Q2
However, the company is optimistic about how updates to its ad platform are resonating with brands.
Edmonton Elks to broadcast game in Punjabi on My Radio 580 AM
The team is making another effort to welcome new fans after broadcasting a game in Cree last year.
Federal cabinet shuffle comes with new Minister of Canadian Heritage
Pascale St-Onge takes over the post as the government continues to spar with tech giants over the Online News Act.
Meta’s ad revenue grows 12% in Q2
The company also expects monetization efforts for Threads to be “a few years” away.
Tim Hortons, McDonald’s keep firm hold on top ad spots: AdEase TV
The two QSRs, along with others in their category, were the most active by a large margin.
Alphabet grows ad revenue by 3.3% in Q2
While ad demand has “stablized” in search and YouTube, the Google Display Network had a 5% dip in revenue.
