Generative AI, Privacy, and Data Gravity to Reshape Martech in 2025, Says Snowflake Report

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A new report from Snowflake highlights three key forces—generative AI, evolving privacy norms, and data gravity—as transformative drivers of marketing technology for 2025. These shifts are set to redefine how marketers interact with data, tools, and consumers, promising enhanced personalization and efficiency while raising new challenges in data management and privacy. The “Modern Marketing Data … Read more

Top ABM Marketing Strategies for High-Growth B2B Companies

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In B2B marketing, Account-Based Marketing (ABM) has emerged as a cornerstone strategy for companies pursuing aggressive growth targets. By treating individual accounts as markets of one, organizations are achieving unprecedented levels of engagement with their most valuable prospects and customers. According to research by ITSMA, 81% of B2B marketers report that their ABM initiatives outperform … Read more

Sitecore Introduces AI-Powered Platform for Marketers

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Sitecore, a major vendor of digital experience software, has announced the launch of Sitecore Stream, a new platform designed to enhance digital marketing capabilities with artificial intelligence (AI). The announcement took place at Sitecore Symposium, the company’s annual conference for customers and partners, where the company highlighted the platform as a part of its vision … Read more

Forrester Predicts 25% Drop in Brand Loyalty Amid Rising Prices by 2025

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Forrester Research has forecasted a significant shift in consumer behavior, predicting a 25% decline in brand loyalty by 2025 due to increasing price sensitivity. According to the company’s latest B2C Marketing and Customer Experience Predictions report, consumers will increasingly gravitate toward brands offering value through loyalty programs as they seek alternatives to constant price comparison. … Read more

The 47 Best Marketing Websites

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Whether you’re looking to sharpen your marketing skills, stay ahead of emerging trends, or find practical tips to apply to your campaigns, you need to stay wired into the industry to keep yourself informed. In this post, we’ve curated a comprehensive list of the best marketing industry websites that every professional should bookmark.  These platforms … Read more

Accenture Report Highlights Growing Importance of Trust in Digital Interactions

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Accenture has released its 18th annual Life Trends report, signaling a major shift in how consumers perceive and interact with technology. According to the report, over half of people are increasingly skeptical of the content they encounter online, with trust becoming a key factor in how they engage with brands. The findings come as businesses … Read more

What is ABM Marketing? A Complete Guide for Beginners

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Account-Based Marketing (ABM) is revolutionizing how B2B companies approach their marketing strategies. Unlike traditional marketing that casts a wide net hoping to catch as many leads as possible, ABM flips the funnel upside down by focusing on specific, high-value target accounts from the start. Think of it as fishing with a spear rather than a … Read more

How to Build a High-Quality B2B Lead Generation Funnel

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The B2B landscape has always been competitive, so generating high-quality leads consistently isn’t just about casting a wide net and hoping for the best. It requires a strategic, well-structured approach that nurtures potential clients through each stage of their buying journey. This guide will walk you through the essential elements of building a B2B lead … Read more

Over Half of US Small Businesses Using AI for Marketing & Customer Insights

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A new report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Technology Engagement Center highlights the increasing reliance on technology by small businesses, particularly the growing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). The “Empowering Small Business: The Impact of Technology on U.S. Small Business” report reveals that 40% of small businesses now use generative AI tools, nearly doubling … Read more

Global Experiential Marketing to Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024, Driven by Olympics and Political Rallies

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Global spending on experiential marketing is expected to exceed pre-pandemic levels in 2024, marking a significant recovery for the sector. According to new research from media analytics firm PQ Media, total expenditures on business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) experiential marketing are projected to rise by 10.5% to $128.35 billion, surpassing the $121.87 billion recorded in … Read more