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UK finally opens antitrust probe of Google’s role in the adtech stack

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Google also recently revised its approach to push for topic-based ad targeting, rather than cohorts.). “The CMA is assessing whether Google’s practices in these parts of the ad tech stack may distort competition. Behavioral ad industry gets hard reform deadline after IAB’s TCF found to breach Europe’s GDPR.

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Why we care about adtech: The complete guide

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At its core, programmatic ad buying is software-driven technology that seeks to automate all or parts of the ad buying process that were previously done manually. This has two benefits: Ad buying efficiency : Programmatic advertising improves the speed and scale of the ad buying process. Contextual ad targeting.

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What is a Supply-Side Platform (SSP) – A Guide for Publishers

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Data analysis: SSPs analyze user data to understand preferences, behaviors, and demographics, allowing for targeted ad placements. Advanced platforms leverage machine learning algorithms to refine their understanding of user behavior continuously, improving ad targeting accuracy.

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How To Design and Build an SSP and an Ad Exchange

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Supply-side platforms (SSPs) and ad exchanges form the backbone of the online advertising industry, streamlining the process of digital ad selling and ad buying. Ad exchanges, on the other hand, serve as digital marketplaces, bridging the gap between ad buyers and sellers and making real-time transactions possible.

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AdTech Ecosystem: Navigating Trends and Insights 

Smart-Hub

These platforms facilitate the buying and selling of ad inventory across various digital spaces, enhancing the efficiency of ad placements and maximizing exposure. Feature Freedom: Skyrocket Your Ad Exchange With SmartHub! Regulatory initiatives such as GDPR and CCPA aimed to empower users with control over their data.

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Unveiling the Programmatic Advertising Ecosystem Without Third-Party Data

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A programmatic advertising framework is a technology stack that connects supply-side platforms (SSPs on the side of publishers) with demand-side platforms (DSPs on the side of advertisers) with each other through ad exchange. SmartHub ad exchange focuses on direct targeting, which does not require the connection of DMPs.

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10 Best OTT Advertising Platforms for Your Ad-Supported OTT Service

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Let’s take a look at some of the major features to look for in an OTT ad network. Targeting Options. The better targeted an ad is, the better it will perform. According to Hubspot , ad targeting is the main way for advertisers to drive demand and optimize campaigns. Yahoo Ad Tech (Formerly Verizon Media).