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Marketing Dive Trendline on Agencies
Martin Sorrell has a lot on his mind: artificial intelligence, media transparency, the Iran war and tariffs, to name a few points of friction. The founder and executive chairman of S4 Capital, which owns Monks, sees an agency sector that is grappling with largely flat revenues but remains complacent in the face of gathering storm clouds, setting itself up for a rude awakening in the future.
How AI is shaping the restaurant industry
Twenty-six percent of restaurant operators say they are using artificial intelligence-related tools at their restaurants, according to the National Restaurant Association’s State of the Restaurant Industry 2026 report released in February. Marketing is the top area where AI tools are being used: 19% of full-service operators and 15% of limited-service operators said they use AI to assist with marketing.
K-12 Dive Trendline on STEM
Permission granted by Benetech Education in science, technology, engineering and math — or STEM — has evolved perhaps as rapidly as the career landscapes in these fields in recent years. Where a decade ago, a student may have been strongly encouraged to learn to code, for instance, that focus now also includes understanding how artificial intelligence tools work — and how they could be prompted to complete that task and others.
Smart Cities Dive Trendline on Safer Streets
By: Dan Zukowski • Published July 29, 2025 The North Carolina Department of Transportation deployed 2,500 AI-based traffic signals at intersections across the state, according to a July 7 news release from Flow Labs, a transportation technology company. Flow Labs’ software uses machine learning and data from connected vehicles to provide continuous monitoring of intersection conditions.
Healthcare Dive Trendline on Payer/provider relationships
Payers and providers have always had to work with each other in healthcare. But as vertical consolidation intensifies and companies embrace more holistic and value-based care models, the lines between the industries have become increasingly blurred. Many of the largest healthcare companies — UnitedHealth, CVS, Cigna and so forth — have swelled to include both payer and provider assets. That doesn’t mean, however, that the industries necessarily get along.
Multifamily Dive Trendline on Student Housing
As colleges and universities grapple with funding and enrollment issues, one trend related to higher education has remained steady: the need for high-quality student housing. Savvy developers are keeping an eye on future trends. High school graduation numbers are expected to have peaked in 2025, policy changes have affected higher education funding and increased visa scrutiny may affect international student enrollment at U.S. universities.
WardsAuto Trendline on Automotive Cybersecurity
By: Eric Walz • Published June 13, 2025 NOVI, MICHIGAN — With the auto industry’s shift toward building more connected vehicles powered by software continuously updated over-the-air, OEMs are rapidly moving from hardware-centric vehicle development processes to a software-first approach. This pivot also includes the integration of AI and adoption of a cloud-based development environment for software-based vehicles.
Higher Ed Dive Trendline on International Students
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Harvard University argued June 12 that the Trump administration may attempt to use “creative relabeling” to circumnavigate a court order blocking its attempt to end the institution’s ability to enroll international students. U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs has twice blocked attempts by the federal government to halt all international students from attending Harvard through temporary orders.
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MedTech Dive Trendline on AI tools are transforming the medtech space
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized more than 1,000 AI-enabled medical devices as of mid-2025. Sarah Silbiger via Getty Images Artificial intelligence tools have become more prominent in the medical device industry over the past several years. The Food and Drug Administration has authorized more than 1,000 AI-enabled medical devices as of mid-2025. The technology has transformed what it means to be a medical device, and it is advancing the diagnostics space into new areas.
Marketing Dive Trendline on Multichannel Optimization
As brands enter the thick of the annual season for brokering advertising commitments, also known as the upfronts, many are in a disquietingly familiar state of uncertainty. The Trump administration’s trade war has upended 2025 planning, putting marketers in a holding pattern and potentially pushing more toward cheaper, lower-funnel channels.
Food Dive Trendline on Mergers and acquisitions
While the days of transformational megadeals in the food and beverage sector have subsided, the value of M&A hasn’t lost its importance for many executives. During the last several years, CPG companies have focused on so-called “bolt-on” transactions. These purchases give firms a deeper presence in certain categories without saddling their businesses with huge amounts of debt or the complexities of integrating a new operation.
Restaurant Dive Trendline on Loyalty & Rewards Strategy
Chipotle is courting Gen Z consumers with a new college-focused rewards program, called Chipotle U Rewards, according to a press release. Participating college students will receive 1,000 Chipotle rewards points and their accumulation rate will change from 10 points per dollar to 12 points per dollar. The rewards program could help drive spending and visits by younger consumers as the brand looks to regain its footing after two quarters of shrinking same-store sales.
CX Dive Trendline on Self service
Three-quarters of consumers say they will stop buying products or services as a result of repeated communications issues — and nearly half will do so after one or two poor experiences, according to a survey of 7,000 consumers in 17 global markets released in February by telecommunications provider Vonage. The top frustration was long wait times to speak to an agent, cited by two-thirds of respondents.
Legal Dive to stop publishing
It’s been a good run. On Feb. 22, 2025, Legal Dive will stop publishing. Informa TechTarget — the company behind the Industry Dive publications — has made the difficult decision to cease operations on Legal Dive. Since we first launched in April 2022, we’ve been committed to providing you with essential coverage for in-house counsel. We were one of the first out of the gate on the rise — and risk — of generative AI in the legal profession.
PharmaVoice Trendline on Big Pharma Business Strategies
Scientific breakthroughs. Upcoming patent cliffs. Stagnant M&A. Lingering political unease. And a whole heaping dollop of uncertainty. The ups and downs of the pharma industry last year have carried through into 2025, and although certain milestones like the outcome of the U.S. election have put some questions to rest, Big Pharma still faces a series of unknowns that have impacted their M&A strategies.
Food Dive Trendline on The evolution and future of snacking
PepsiCo is focusing more on catering to consumers looking for value and boosting its better-for-you options as it aims to stoke growth in its snacks business. Ramon Laguarta, PepsiCo’s CEO, told analysts that “value is the number one decision maker” and the reason why the snacking category slowed down in 2024. He said the food and beverage manufacturer will offer additional multi-count packages in smaller counts with lower price points that consumers can purchase depending on their budgets.
PharmaVoice Trendline on Cell Therapies in Oncology
Natural killer cells continuously patrol the human body, swiftly eliminating viruses and cancer cells, like sharks in prey-laden waters. Several biotech companies are harnessing the power of these innate immune crusaders in oncology and autoimmune diseases, potentially positioning them as a strong competitor to CAR-T cell therapies. Unlike CAR-T cells, NK cells don’t need genetic modification to recognize a specific threat — they act broadly without customization.
Agriculture Dive to stop publishing
It’s been a good run. On Feb. 1, 2025, Agriculture Dive will stop publishing. Informa TechTarget — the company behind the Industry Dive publications — has made the difficult decision to cease operations on Agriculture Dive. Since we first launched in June 2023, we’ve been committed to providing you with essential coverage of the agriculture industry.
Restaurant Dive Trendline on QSR Back of House
Yum Brands and Nvidia are working together to speed up Yum’s development of artificial intelligence, the companies announced Tuesday. Nvidia’s technology will support Yum’s proprietary tech system, Byte. Yum is the tech firm’s first restaurant partner. The company piloted several AI tools at some Pizza Hut and Taco Bell locations earlier this year, and plans a broader rollout at about 500 restaurants across these brands, KFC and Habit Burger during the second quarter.
CX Dive Trendline on Generative AI
Generative AI promises to revolutionize customer experience, but deploying the technology requires careful planning and patience. Businesses are experimenting with generative AI tools, from customer-facing chatbots to agent-facing copilots. Some see their investments paying off, including through better personalized offers or more customer service inquiries handled by self-service. But skepticism remains.
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It was a sign of the times. On Nov.
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The bull market looks to be in full force as valuations continue to rise higher for many stocks. That increases the chance that investors who continue to chase stocks at their highs could end up holding the bag later on if a correction occurs. There are many stocks out there right now with valuations that look to be in speculative territory. At these levels of valuation, it has become nearly impossible to justify their price tags.
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Less than three weeks ago, investors received what can arguably be described as the most-important data dump of the third quarter. Amid countless earnings reports and economic data releases, Nov. 14 marked the deadline for institutional investors to file Form 13F with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Bob K. Luong, a former Super Micro Computer strategy director, has alleged that the company improperly recognized millions in revenue before actually delivering goods to customers and purposely shipped equipment with missing parts to make its financials appear in better shape than they were.
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Note from the Editor-in-Chief BioPharma Dive, an Industry Dive publication · BioPharma Dive · Industry Dive Tue, December 3, 2024 at 4:00 AM EST 1 min read In This Article: Today, Industry Dive, the company behind BioPharma Dive, is combining with TechTarget’s technology websites and Informa Tech’s storied media brands to create a new company: Informa TechTarget. Our editorial footprint is greatly expanding.
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In case you missed it, institutional funds recently disclosed their latest equity holdings for the third quarter of the year in their 13F forms filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The SEC requires funds managing more than $100 million in assets to file these forms within 45 business days after the close of each quarter.
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A former Super Micro Computer strategy director is pressing ahead with allegations the hardware manufacturer retaliated and ultimately fired him for reporting what he believed to be accounting improprieties and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) violations. Lawyers for Bob K. Luong filed a motion on Tuesday to lift a previous stay so an amended whistleblower complaint against Super Micro and its CEO, Charles Liang, can be filed and potentially proceed in federal court.
Note from the Editor-in-Chief
A former Super Micro Computer strategy director, Bob K. Luong, is suing the company and its CEO, Charles Liang, alleging he was fired for reporting accounting improprieties and SEC violations. Luong claims the company improperly recognized revenue and shipped equipment with missing parts to inflate financials. Super Micro denies the allegations and claims Luong was fired for bullying and unprofessional behavior.
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Morgan Stanley estimates that just four companies -- Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, and Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) -- will spend a combined $300 billion on data center infrastructure and chips during 2025 alone, to support their ambitions in the artificial intelligence (AI) space. Cathie Wood is the founder of Ark Investment Management, which operates several exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on innovative technology stocks.
Marketing Dive Trendline on AI and Marketing Data
Marketing executives hold a range of opinions about generative artificial intelligence (AI), from the evangelistic to the alarmist, but many are aligning around a shared sentiment: The tech is getting “less sexy” in 2025. That’s not necessarily a bad thing.
Grocery Dive Trendline on Grocery loyalty
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Save A Lot announced in October 2024 the launch of its first-ever loyalty program, Save A Lot Rewards. Shoppers can earn points or “dots” to redeem rewards and access deals through a mobile app. Save A Lot joins a growing list of grocers who have revamped or launched loyalty programs in 2024 to lock in customers. The launch of Save A Lot Rewards underscores how even discounters are bolstering their ability to highlight value and provide a personalized shopping experience to customers.
By Peyton Bigora Verified, Sam Silverstein Verified, Catherine Moran Verified, Davide Savenije Verified
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Facilities Dive Trendline on Office Technologies
Smart buildings technology can help commercial and retail real estate leaders differentiate themselves in the market, but operators still face integration challenges, according to a report by Forrester Consulting and Johnson Controls.
Marketing Dive Trendline on Retail Marketing
The last time Walmart refreshed its brand, the Great Recession loomed large, the iPhone was only a year old and a hyphen still split the retailer’s legal name. In January 2025, the big-box store unveiled the latest update to its visual identity, one meant to embrace the growing role that digital and cross-channel capabilities play in an industry that has seen its makeup altered by technology over the past two decades.
Higher Ed Dive Trendline on College finances in a rapidly changing sector
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The head of the Universities of Wisconsin system plans to ask for $855 million in new state funding over the next two fiscal years in a push to catch up with other states. In a release, system President Jay Rothman pointed to Wisconsin’s ranking of 43rd among states in funding levels per full-time equivalent students at four-year public institutions, per an annual report from theState Higher Education Executive Officers Association.
By Ben Unglesbee Verified, Laura Spitalniak Verified, Natalie Schwartz Verified, Davide Savenije Verified
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Davide Savenije is the editor-in-chief at Industry Dive and the president of ASBPE’s board of directors. “Ask ASBPE” is an advice column where Davide — and a rotating cast of subject matter experts — answer the most pressing questions from the B2B publishing community. You can ask ASBPE your question through our contact form.
What can journalists do that some Generative AI tool can’t?
Davide Savenije is the editor-in-chief at Industry Dive and the president of ASBPE’s board of directors. “Ask ASBPE” is an advice column where Davide — and a rotating cast of subject matter experts — answer the most pressing questions from the B2B publishing community. You can ask ASBPE your question through our contact form.
Marketing Dive Trendline on Big Brands, Big Ideas
Procter & Gamble is backing a new unscripted series that sees Khaby Lame, the world’s most popular TikToker, journey to the U.S. to explore the best and weirdest aspects of the country’s culture, according to a press release. “Khaby Is Coming To America” premiered on Tubi, the ad-supported streaming service owned by Fox, on June 27, 2024. The program was created in partnership with Group Black, marking the mission-focused media company’s first crack into production.
How do we plan for the future when Google keeps changing the rules?
Davide Savenije is the editor-in-chief at Industry Dive and the president of ASBPE’s board of directors. “Ask ASBPE” is an advice column where Davide – and a rotating cast of subject matter experts – answer the most pressing questions from the B2B publishing community. You can Ask ASBPE your question through our contact form. None of us can predict the future. Nor can we control how Google changes its algorithm.
Grocery Dive Trendline on Retail media
While omnichannel retail media was a new venture for many retailers at the start of 2023, the training wheels are off in 2024. Across the industry, grocers are now testing the bounds of digital retail media capabilities within their networks and partnerships. National and regional grocers alike have launched capabilities and tapped new third-party partners to expand where digital ads can be displayed and to gather more insights into customer preferences.
Multifamily Dive Trendline on Multifamily Legislation
Federal regulatory bodies and agencies have put forth a large number of bills and rule proposals aimed at regulating the housing industry in recent years. There are also hundreds of bills in play at the state level with implications for multifamily and rental housing. Many are related to rent control, fees and bulk billing agreements, while others cover tenant screening, pet regulations and the use of algorithms to raise rents.
Higher Ed Dive Trendline on Diversity and Equity
Higher education has increasingly become central to conversations about diversity and equity, and colleges have seen a spree of legislation and executive orders that aim to reshape the programs they can offer. While some DEI proposals leave wiggle room for federal or accreditation requirements, they often use broad language that can leave college employees unsure of what they can and can’t do under state law.
Restaurant Dive Trendline on Back-of-house Technology
Artificial intelligence, robotics and automation have been hot topics for years in the restaurant industry. For a long time, the Platonic ideal of AI-powered equipment was something like Flippy, a robotic arm that mixed industrial technologies with traditional restaurant equipment like fryers. But for some, AI applications like that have failed to live up to expectations. Real-world automation in restaurants now takes many forms, too — some of which are difficult to immediately recognize as AI.
Marketing Dive Trendline on Retail Media Networks
What a difference a year makes: In Q3 2024, Amazon saw its third straight quarter of decelerating ad sales growth and used its 2024 UnBoxed conference to announce small-scale changes to its various ad platforms. Fast forward to 2025, and Amazon’s outlook was quite different. The company’s ad business has seen several quarters of revenue acceleration, hitting 24% year-over-year growth in Q3 2025 as Amazon’s quarterly revenue in the area approaches $18 billion.
K-12 Dive Trendline on AI in Education
Among those tapping into generative AI for school assignments, 46% of teens said they used generative AI without their teacher’s permission, compared to 41% of teens who said they did get permission and 12% who said they weren’t sure, Common Sense Media found. As schools continue to develop AI guidance for students and staff, 37% of teens said they were unsure if their schools have established rules on AI, according to the survey.
Facilities Dive Trendline on Office Space Utilization
SAVANNAH, Ga. – Real estate owners and operators are implementing technology that can better serve occupiers by giving them more control over building access, amenities and other levers that can help boost workers’ return to the office, real estate technology executives said during a presentation at Realcomm IBCon. But with all these changes come increased complexity that has to be managed.
K-12 Dive Trendline on Student Assessment
More kindergartners in fall 2023 — who were 1-2 years old in March 2020 — began the school year below grade level in reading compared to kindergartners from fall 2019, for example. The data aligns with other research showing post-pandemic concerns about academic and social-emotional school preparedness among young students. Lower levels of kindergarten readiness are linked to poorer outcomes in elementary through high school academics, according to research.
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