OpenAI Bets on Conversational Advertising
OpenAI has announced a new advertising format called Sponsored Agents. The feature allows users to start a separate conversation with a brand after seeing an ad in ChatGPT, creating a more interactive experience than a traditional click-through ad.
The EU’s New Plan to Reshape Social Media for Young Users
The European Commission has proposed new rules that would significantly change how children and teenagers access and interact with social media platforms across Europe.
Beyond Followers: Brands Win When Creators Build Trust, Not Just Audience Size
Creator marketing is continuing to grow in influence, however new research suggests that brands need to focus on trust and relevance, not just reach, in order to maximise results.
ChatGPT Ads Arrive in Europe: What It Means for Irish Advertisers
OpenAI has officially expanded advertising within ChatGPT across Europe, opening up a significant new channel for brands looking to reach consumers during moments of research, consideration and decision-making.
Shifting Social Media Use Continues Across Europe
The latest user data published under the EU Digital Services Act highlights contrasting trends for two of the world's largest social platforms.
AI Use Is Reshaping Traffic Sources in the US
The latest website traffic data in the US highlight how AI platforms and generative AI are rapidly changing online habits during information processing.
Google Rolls Out New ‘GoTo’ URLs Across Search Results
Google is rolling out new goto URLs across organic search results. Find out what the change means for search users, SEO tracking and Irish brands
The Advertising Paradox: More Creative, Less Media
Brands Tune In: Irish Podcast Ad Spend Surges 33% in H1 2026
Did Brands’ Rush to Reddit Kill Its ChatGPT Citations?
Consumer Mindset - August 2026
Informed by Ireland’s Core Research’s Direction Score, and Cultural Index, this report looks at consumer confidence in August 2026.
Creator Fit Matters More Than Follower Count
Microsoft brings AI Max to Search globally, pushing paid search beyond the keyword
Will AI Recommend Your Brand?
Streaming is borrowing from social, but it isn’t becoming social
OOH Turns the Fleadh into a City-Wide Experience
Are Creators the future of Advertising? Mark Ritson thinks not.
Influencer Marketing: Measuring Impact Beyond Clicks
WhatsApp Username rollout - Reserve your Business username