While several industries roll back DEI initiatives under the Trump administration, some companies are emphasizing the value of data diversity. Revry, a global LGBTQ+ streaming network, wants to offer advertisers more ways to represent and resonate with diverse audiences.
They’re already skeptical of big financial players and would rather keep their data under lock and key.
Meta under fire on multiple fronts: Teen-targeting claims, a high-stakes FTC trial, and Chinese advertiser pullback could reshape the company’s ad model.
Despite brands scaling back DEI, commitment pays off: A new study shows demographics like Gen Z are cutting ties with brands that reverse their DEI efforts.
Social and music apps dominate younger users’ attention: The strong generational tilt toward these categories reinforces that routine-use platforms offer better ROI for marketers than niche apps.
Over half (57.8%) of US consumers prefer to use Google search over AI platforms like ChatGPT when they need a factual answer, according to a December 2024 survey from Pearl conducted by Censuswide.
When you think of tax season, gaming or dating probably don’t come to mind. But for H&R Block, flipping that narrative is part of a larger strategy to meet the next generation of taxpayers exactly where they are—whether it’s in a virtual mansion on Roblox or swiping right on Tinder.
Gen Z consumers are more likely to participate in economic boycotts: Their willingness to stop spending with their favorite brands over DEI and other issues should give retailers pause.
We list the key takeaways from EY’s survey of Gen Zers.
Tinder’s AI flirts now, but it has range: “The Game Game” helps users charm dates, but its real edge is tone-savvy tech fit for customer support or hiring.
A large majority of US adults under 35—60% of adults aged 18-24 and 62% of adults aged 25-34—mainly use a mobile app to interact with their bank, according to September 2024 data from Fico.
Baby boomers support their adult children at the expense of their retirement accounts.
50% of Black consumers say they’ve recently stopped shopping at companies with differing political views, the highest among racial demographics, generations, or political affiliations, according to a February Harris Poll cited by Axios.
GOBankingRates research examines what young adults do with their paychecks.
New Character AI feature offers opt-in parental reports: While better than nothing, teen users still control visibility—highlighting fragmented safety standards across AI chatbots.
Younger consumers increasingly prefer creator content over TV, film: A Deloitte study indicates that advertisers need to rethink their strategies to remain competitive.
70% of US adults believe tariffs will lead to higher prices on food, electronics, and other goods, but only 26% are stocking up on items they think will cost more, according to a February 2025 survey from Ipsos.
Roblox has been popular with young game players for years. It brings in tens of millions of players every day. As more marketers explore activations on the platform, best practices are starting to take shape.
Timing ad buys to seize on key engagement windows: Our Industry KPI data reveals Gen Z has predictable spikes in searches for apparel, gaming content.