Ken Harlan's Articles on Martech Zone
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Advertising Technology
Ken HarlanMay 2, 2024
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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Advertising Technology
Ken HarlanAug 9, 2023
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…