Ken Harlan's Articles on Martech Zone
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Apple and Google Accelerate the Collapse of Open Web – What’s Next?
The open web as we know it is under siege, and the latest confirmed news and rumblings from Apple and Google may be the final nails in the coffin. As reported by Bloomberg, Apple is expected to unveil a new AI search product or capability. Much like Google’s Gemini-powered results, this move signals a rapid shift away from traditional, link-based discovery…
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Alt IDs: An Improvement or Replacement in Adtech?
The evolution of Alt IDs in adtech marks a pivotal moment in our industry’s trajectory. We’re all experiencing the realities of consumer targeting shifts as third-party cookies fade away – but so many brands, agencies, and vendor partners question their impact. It seems like there are two camps forming: people thinking Alt IDs are simply a replacement to cookies, and…
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How Google’s Antitrust Case Is Impacting The Advertising Ecosystem
Another chapter in the international Google antitrust lawsuit has begun – this time EU regulators progress it, as they suggest breaking up its ad business due to anti-competitive practices. Only last February, the US DOJ filed a lawsuit against Alphabet, claiming the company abused its dominance in the digital advertising industry. It’s apparent a growing focus on Google’s monopolistic business…
