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Beyond the hype: What next for NFTs and the metaverse?
How did web3 technologies such as NFTs and the metaverse play out over the past year and how might they make an impact in the year to come?
The metaverse is a naïve joke but the concept of bridging internet and reality is key
Tom GoodwinAny new technology goes through up to three stages. The metaverse is currently at stage two, if it’s to get to stage three a focus on customers and ease of use will be essential.
A metaverse reality check: What role for brands?
Rebecca SentanceMany companies are eager to explore investments in the metaverse, but what is the best way to go about it?
Consumer confidence makes ‘surprising rebound’ from historic lows
Michaela JeffersonGfK’s Joe Staton says the improvement is “welcome news”, following nine straight months of rock bottom confidence scores.
Booking.com owner to cut paid media spend as it prioritises direct bookings
Niamh CarrollThe travel business is aiming for more direct bookings over those generated through paid marketing investment, something that it claims will benefit its P&L.
Tropicana on ‘getting back’ to its leadership role in a declining category
Niamh CarrollThe juice category has become “commoditised” in recent years, with its leading brands underinvesting in it. Tropicana is aiming to push back against this by dialling up its brand assets, investing in innovation and reconnecting with key occasions.
Marketing Week’s Festival of Marketing to return in October
Marketing Week ReportersDragons’ Den star Deborah Meaden is confirmed for the 11th Festival of Marketing. She will join CMOs and other speakers from the world of marketing and beyond on 3 October.
Global social media ad spend to approach £200bn in 2024
Grace GollaschAccording to WARC Media, social media is the largest media channel worldwide by advertising investment, with Meta alone representing a 63% share of global social spend.