Research

Display ads are making big leaps in viewability

But IAS’ latest Media Quality Report finds that video formats, especially CTV, have the best rates for verified impressions.

How are Canadian newcomers consuming audio?

An MTM report finds that while radio consumption is low, they are big users of digital platforms.

Brands are right to avoid misinformation online

An IAS survey found that ads appearing near false or misleading content eroded trust and brand perception among consumers.

Two-thirds of streaming subscribers still have cable

The latest MTM report also finds SVOD subscribers watch more traditional TV, suggesting they use Netflix and Disney+ as supplements, not replacements.

Virgin Plus buys the top, again: Media Monitors

But the CNE, U of T and BMO made strong bids in Toronto.

A look at today’s mobile user segments

Vividata broke Canadians into groups showing that media habits can often align with the kind of plans they choose.

Big digital companies have been clawing back their ad spend

But GroupM’s analysis also found dips in growth have largely been in line with revenue declines.

How much traffic does a bank website get?

Vividata’s latest data release also dives into which ads are more likely to be noticed by those in need of financial advice.

Global ad spending is expected to cool off in 2023

WARC’s latest forecast takes a more reserved view on predictions for the industry’s upward trajectory.

Ipsos CEO Gary Bennewies to retire

Cynthia Pachovski will take over as interim CEO while a search is conducted for a permanent replacement.

Consumers aren’t keen on having their data used for ads

IAS’ latest survey also finds roughly half of digital media practitioners lack awareness of regulations about data collection.

Online audiences are flocking back to travel sites

However, Comscore’s research found that platforms with information about destinations have a much higher reach than those used to actually book trips.

Canadian ad spending dips for the first time in more than a year

SMI data shows that digital spending dipped 4% after 22 months of growth.

The Amazing Race Canada stays at the front of the pack: Numeris

The show brought in nearly 1.6 million viewers for CTV.

Ford buys the top in Toronto: Media Monitors

Automakers are continuing summer radio pushes in the country’s biggest market.