Welcome to your fresh dose of industry news! We’ve sifted through the noise to bring you the most important stories in advertising, tech, and beyond. Let’s dive into this week’s big moves and buzz.
Events to Keep an Eye On This Week
In marketing, timing can make or break your momentum. These upcoming events are your shot to make a splash, get noticed, and stay ahead. So grab your calendar — you won’t want to miss these.
| Date | Event Name | Description | Location |
| June 2–4 | ANA Masters of B2B Marketing | Where top B2B marketers converge to share insights and build future-facing strategies. | Naples |
| June 4–5 | The Drum Marketing Awards EMEA | Celebrating the best marketing campaigns in EMEA — from creativity to performance. | Online |
| June 5–6 | Programmatic Pioneers Summit | The go-to event for those navigating Europe’s programmatic landscape. Expect insights from brands, agencies, publishers, and tech providers. | London |
Weekly News Highlights
Search Trends
Both giants made their final stand in antitrust court. The FTC is pushing for a breakup of Meta, while Google faces deep scrutiny over its ad dominance.
Users are still reporting that Google’s AI Overviews think it’s 2024. Not the time machine users were hoping for.
That’s the sentiment circulating in media circles. As AI-generated snippets take over search, independent publishers fear traffic loss.
Social Media Buzz
Instagram Keeps Evolving
- Now supports 3:4 aspect ratio photos
- Adds DM voice transcriptions, comment filtering, and Reels ad highlights
- Fixes Android battery drain (finally)
Bluesky vs. X
While Bluesky gains ground, it’s still niche. Only 6% of influencers exclusively use Bluesky, while 46% remain loyal to X.
TikTok Goes Big
- Partnering with Miley Cyrus and launching Summer 2025 Trend Reports
- Inside Cannes Film Festival with Tom Cruise & influencers
- Real users are now pretending to be AI creations — yes, that’s a thing
Advertising & Tech
Pinterest signed its first-ever sports deal with the New York Liberty, expanding its relevance beyond DIY boards into live entertainment.
Amazon is integrating new Twitch sponsorship options, 1440p streaming, and vertical video — adapting to the demands of advertisers and Gen Z viewers.
- Meta Marketing Updates
Meta’s latest wave includes:
- Expanded Graph and Marketing APIs
- Automated product risk assessments
- A global playbook: Grow Your Exports
- Also, they’re planning retail stores. Yes, actual Meta stores.
The AI Browser War Heats Up
Opera unveiled its AI-first Neon browser, joining the fray as Arc is paused in favor of the AI-powered Dia. With Perplexity already testing ad monetization, the browser space is no longer just about speed — it’s about intelligence.
Telegram x xAI: $300M in Play
Elon Musk’s xAI is teaming up with Telegram in a $300 million partnership, possibly reshaping how AI integrates with messaging platforms.
Grammarly Raises $1B
Backed by General Catalyst, Grammarly is doubling down on AI for productivity — signaling that writing tools are becoming strategic battlegrounds for AI investment.
