Top of The News
by Thom Forbes
Zoom has boomed as a go-to platform for videoconferencing during the pandemic, but "It was never meant to get this big, this fast," as its CEO says in a blog … Read the whole story
MOBILE
by P.J. Bednarski
The "voice" feature has always been available on cell phones, but was rarely used -- until now, as we seek more human connection. Read the whole story
RESTAURANTS
by Steve Ellwanger
Companies big and small are shifting their attention to local communities and their needs, be it food, medical equipment or other supplies. Read the whole story
DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER BRANDS
by Sarah Mahoney
Ads remind consumers that small businesses are especially in need of support during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the whole story
LOYALTY
by Tanya Gazdik
Delta Air Lines has not announced whether Diamond, Platinum, Gold and Silver Medallion members will receive an extension of their status. Read the whole story
AUTOMOTIVE
by Tanya Gazdik
Kia has not yet introduced creative that acknowledges the pandemic, unlike other automakers. Read the whole story
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by Ray Schultz
One phishing email uses the subject line, 'Trump Administration Covid-19 Check for Most Americans,' Proofpoint reports. Read the whole story
by Chuck Martin
The assisted and autonomous driving software company Zenuity is being split into two, with one part to be owned by Volvo Cars. Read the whole story
by Chuck Martin
Ingka Group, owner and operator of 380 Ikea stores in 30 countries, has acquired Geomagical Labs, a 3D and visual artificial intelligence startup. Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Peter Herbst
You've probably already seen a collection of cringeworthy brand emails about COVID-19 making the rounds on social media. Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Ray Schultz, Columnist
People are looking for comfort during the COVID-19 crisis, and email is providing it, says PowerInbox CEO Jeff Kupietzky. Read the whole story