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Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Video viewers sharing through social channels

Instead of rewinding DVRs or texting friends about the latest hot commercial, video viewers are now sharing their favorite ads through social channels. That according to new data out from Unruly which shows that video ad 'shares' for CPG brands increased by more than 50% for Q1 2013. >>

Friday, March 22, 2013

Brand safety focus of YuMe update

This week YuMe announced an update to their Placement Quality Index, with the main takeaway being increased brand safety. Through the update, brands will receive an index of the value of each ad placement. >>

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

AdColony: Interest in mobile video high among Fortune 500 brands

There is renewed interest in video, specifically high quality mobile video, from big brands. Compared to standard banner advertising, video is seen as more engaging to the consumer base. To help push that engagement factor, AdColony has released the End Card product, which encourages viewers to click through post-video to a mobile website, to call a store or find a close store location. >>

Tuesday, March 05, 2013

How to control images in the social space

As the social space grows the issues surrounding proper branding of a product or, well, brand continue to evolve. While most uses of a brand logo are innocuous, there are times when a branded image could be placed near content that could be harmful. >>

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

IAB announces winners of new video ad format competition

New video formats are headed to a computer or mobile screen near you. The IAB has announced the Digital Video Rising Stars, part of the IAB's Rising Stars Initiative. It including options for Filmstrip, Ad Control Bar, Time Sync, Extenders and Full Screen ads so that the viewer has the option of choosing the type of content wanted at the time. The ads are built to be used across video players and devices. >>

Monday, February 18, 2013

Top 3 ad lessons from Super Bowl XLVII

While the Super Bowl or the Grammy's or the Oscars may seem above the ad budgets of most advertisers, the payoff from advertising on these big events can be felt for a long time. Here's one expert's take: >>

Friday, February 15, 2013

Brands: How to improve your Super Bowl ROI

In 2013, the cost of a :30 second video spot during the Super Bowl started at $4 million. A hefty sum for any sized business, and one that keeps many brands away from big event advertising. One expert explains why this type of spot can be a good investment, and offers advice on making the most of the exposure. >>

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

FreeWheel: More made-for-tv ads going online

While more original programming is hitting the online video space, for ads, more brands are using existing content to get their message across. According to new data out from FreeWheel, the 'standard' :30 TV commercial became the most used video ad format (online) in 2012. >>

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Top 3 tips for video ad buys

The video audience has an ever changing face, whether brands are looking at online or offline programming. A new report out from Simulmedia may help some brands better connect with that audience. >>

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

How brands should look at video ads in the New Year

More than 10 billion video ads were served to viewers online in November 2012, accounting for about 20% of the total video views. But, to truly engage viewers brands need to know what type of content will garner the most attention. >>

Monday, January 14, 2013

New platform to focus on business related media

There's a place for business professionals to reach their target ad bases; from International Business Times, the IBT Media platform hosts content resources including Bizu.TV and other vertical websites. >>

Monday, January 14, 2013

Brands: How to engage with better video content

Don't look for online-only, video web series to take 2013 by storm. Although, one expert does believe there is room to grow with online video. Instead, brands need to look for ways to offer unique, premium content - perhaps outside of YouTube. >>

Friday, January 11, 2013

How video will change in 2013

In November more than 180 million US adults tuned in to online video, consuming about 40 billion clips and more than 10 billion advertising clips. Those numbers have more brands looking at online video as a way to offer more content for less cost. But online video is changing almost as quickly as the traditional television remote. Here's what you need to know: >>

Wednesday, January 09, 2013

New ad unit to create more immersive TV experience

With the number of US households multi-tasking while watching television or watching delayed broadcasts, some advertisers are wondering how to connect. A new ad unit out from YuMe could help advertiser engagement through television. Called Click-to-Ngage, the ad unit is available across the YuMe Connected Audience Network. >>

Thursday, December 06, 2012

SundaySky: Online video consumption ahead of TV

Viewers around the globe are tuning in to online content - long-form video, short ad, product demonstrations and the like are gaining in popularity. Data from SundaySky shows online video consumption has surpassed television consumption. What does that mean for online video in the New Year? >>