Google Confirms Sissie Hsiao To Step Down

Replacing Hsiao will be Josh Woodward, who leads Google Labs and oversaw the launch of NotebookLM, the company’s tool that turns text into a podcast-like show.

Brands Continue To Invest More In Influencer-Led Campaigns

Brands remain determined to increase influencer marketing spend, according to a survey from the World Federation of Advertisers. The influencer marketing industry has grown over $22 billion since
2016 — rising from $1.7 billion to $24 billion in 2024, based on reports by Sprout Social.

Discord Says Quests Ad Format Aligns With Its Gaming-First Audience

At IAB’s gaming ads-focused Playfronts, Discord’s SVP of Product Peter Sellis shared new insights about the company’s first year of the rewards-earning Quest ads format.

Meta And TikTok Urge Appeals Court To Throw Out Suits Over Teen Safety

Meta Platforms and TikTok are asking an appellate court to dismiss lawsuits over teen safety, arguing that Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act prevents the cases from moving forward.