Research suggests specific combinations of ad creative elements produce specific outcomes and sentiment.   Is there such a thing as too many actors in a television commercial? Or too many speaking roles? We investigated the many creative elements that contribute to...

April 16, 2022

Increased advertising spending is changing how audiences, brands, and marketers interact with Connected TV Fig. 1 Connected TV’s continued rise to dominance in the television landscape has been predicted for some time, as viewers continue to leave behind linear TV...

March 23, 2022

Connected TV is the New Normal In the 1930s, every home had a radio to listen to their favorite programs—sponsored by the biggest advertisers of the time.  By the 1950s, every home had a television to watch their favorite shows—with...

February 9, 2022

Father's Day advertising on Connected TV isn't just about reaching gift shoppers. It's about connecting with an audience that's actively looking to spend meaningfully. This guide breaks down some of the trends driving Father's Day purchase decisions and how to...

April 16, 2026

Father's Day has generated record spending for three years running. Last year’s Father’s Day shopping season clocked in at $24 billion — up more than 7% from the prior year and exceeding the previous high of $22.9 billion in 2023....

April 6, 2026

Ad-free streaming is no longer the default — it's becoming the exception. With the average cost of ad-free plans rising 77% since 2020, according to EMARKETER, viewers are gravitating toward more affordable, ad-supported tiers in growing numbers. By 2026, more...

March 23, 2026

When it comes to attention, not all impressions are created equal. New research from the Video Advertising Bureau (VAB) and TVision shows premium video platforms like Netflix, HBO Max, and Prime Video outperform YouTube in two major areas: co-viewing and...

March 13, 2026

For Mother's Day, great Connected TV ad creative isn’t just attention-grabbing — it captures real emotion and drives measurable action. And the opportunity keeps growing.  This guide is packed with insights and strategies to help you craft compelling Mother's Day...

March 4, 2026