VidBlog
by P.J. Bednarski, Staff Writer
There's a curious controversy about an online video in which "strangers" are invited to kiss each other, for the very first time. It's a sweet video and since it went … Read the whole story
by Wayne Friedman
Late-night stars -- and viewers -- are still coming out for Jimmy Fallon, although a bit less than in his initial weeks, which was … Read the whole story
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by Thom Forbes
Well played, Amazon. Those "phews" you heard from neighboring cubicles yesterday morning were from colleagues who had been primed to expect an annual increase … Read the whole story
by Gavin O'Malley
Just in time for the Newfronts, Facebook is expanding its video advertising program and adding some very TV-like targeting tools. The social giant began … Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Steve Smith, Staff Writer
Facebook seems to believe its new video ad format will not only take on TV in reach but compel advertisers to rethink the 15-second … Read the whole story
by Karl Greenberg
Crowne Plaza's piece of the "Big Win" promotional pie centers on videos featuring PGA star Rickie Fowler. The videos, which started on Thursday, deliver … Read the whole story

COMMENTARY
by Larry Dobrow, Featured Columnist
Judging by the ever-expanding number of franchises - within my immediate notice, anyway - I'm not alone in my love of all things Chipotle. … Read the whole story
by Tyler Loechner
Viamedia, a company with its own TV ad exchange, has appointed Kim Norris as its chief operating officer. Norris will take over operations at … Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Whitney Fishman
SXSW has slowly evolved from a technology-focused conference to a powerful cultural and experience-driven 'think session.' In many ways, it is the participants that … Read the whole story
by Tyler Loechner
Supply-side platform Adaptive Media this week announced the appointment of Nick Lynch as VP of content syndication. Lynch will work on building a native … Read the whole story

COMMENTARY
by Steve Smith, Staff Writer
United will begin providing free movies and TV shows to fliers via their iOS app next month. The sponsored program underscores how the battle … Read the whole story
COMMENTARY
by Erik Sass, Staff Writer
Facebook, founded in a Harvard dorm room, soon outgrew its college niche, opening itself to the masses in 2006. Now, there is a new … Read the whole story

COMMENTARY
by Tyler Loechner, Staff Writer
Targeting travelers was once again the most expensive way to advertise on programmatic exchanges in February, but kindling love was still in the air, … Read the whole story