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prnewswire | March 28, 2023
Premium digital out of home (DOOH) media owner Ocean Outdoor has announced an exclusive partnership with the Web3 engagement platform SmartMedia Technologies (SMT).
The collaboration allows Ocean to leverage The SmartMedia Stack, SMT's self-serve, no-code, drag, drop and distribute studio, further elevating the connection between large format digital outdoor and mobile screens for brands seeking immersive audience experiences.
Using Ocean Labs' technology packages and fast wifi connections, outdoor audiences can connect to full motion screens via their mobile phones to access token powered games, either collecting objects in real time or using their handsets to control different objects to receive a branded or personalised NFT (non-fungible token), powered by SMT.
Once collected, these tokens are then added to virtual wallets to be redeemed for prizes, samples or offers either immediately at the point of play, in store or online as part of advertising promotions.
Catherine Morgan, managing director of Ocean Labs, said: "The opportunity to host seamless easy to access memorable experiences on Ocean screens which respond in real time to individual interactions is clearly a winning formula for brands looking to build engagement and loyalty out of home. Working with SMT, we will also look to extend real world OOH interactions into Web3 virtual experiences, allowing players to redeem their virtual tokens in other realms."
The partnership follows the success of Lacoste Heroes, Coty's experiential fragrance sampling and pop-up at Westfield London. The activation was the centrepiece for a nationwide virtual treasure hunt in which Coty offered 120,000 NFTs for collection via an AR game accessed through QR codes on Ocean's wider DOOH network.
The campaign delivered impressive results attracting 92,000 total unique visitors and 34,600 AR game users. Some 24,012 gifts were redeemed, with 49% of players redeeming their free sample through the AR experience against a benchmark of 35%. 23,837 users opted-in to e-marketing.
Tyler Moebius, CEO of SmartMedia Technologies, said: "Pairing SmartMedia Technologies' enterprise engagement platform with Ocean Outdoor's market-leading screen offerings enables us to bring yet another revolutionary new layer of interactivity and attribution to our client's campaigns."
"Our mobile experiences enable marketers to seize the decisive moment they capture a consumer's attention with an eye-catching social media campaign, QR code on their packaging or an unmissable offer on Ocean Outdoor's OOH screens and immediately drive them into highly engaging activations that surprise, delight and captivate. We're excited to continue working with Ocean Outdoor supercharging dwell time and brand affinity through our powerful DTC offerings, which deliver unparalleled attribution, first party data capture and ROI for our partners."
About Ocean Outdoor
A partner company of Atairos, the independent strategic investment company, Ocean Outdoor is the leading operator of digital out of home (DOOH) advertising across the UK, Northern and Continental Europe. The Group's network of 4,000+ screens covers seven countries and 351 cities, with its technological capabilities delivering the most impactful and measurable DOOH brand and advertising experiences.
Ocean's portfolio comprises of some of the most iconic locations including the Piccadilly Lights and the BFI IMAX and the company also works closely with high-profile landlords, including Landsec, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), the BFI, Nuveen and the Canary Wharf Group, as well as major city councils on the development of its network.
To date the Group's growth has been driven by tender wins and the rollout of new locations, as well acquisitions that complement the existing portfolio. Since 2018, Ocean has completed seven acquisitions which has enabled it to expand its UK footprint into the Netherlands, the Nordics and Germany.
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Veritone | March 03, 2023
On March 2, 2023, Veritone, a company that develops AI software and services through its aiWARE™ platform, has revealed that Audacy, a prominent multi-platform audio content and entertainment firm, is now utilizing Veritone Attribute to advance its data and analytics reporting for advertising clients. In addition, Audacy, already a user of Veritone's AI applications, has expanded its usage by incorporating Veritone Attribute.
By incorporating Veritone Attribute, Audacy aims to enhance its capability to demonstrate the effectiveness of its broadcast ad campaigns. It plans to achieve this by providing advertisers with valuable directional insights regarding the performance of their campaigns across a wide range of Audacy radio brands. With this enhanced data, advertisers can make more informed decisions about their campaigns and compare their performance on Audacy stations to other advertising mediums. In addition, research has shown that attribution reporting helps increase advertiser spending and reduces the frequency of canceled ad campaigns, making it a valuable tool for evaluating campaign performance.
Veritone Attribute is a tool that enables advertisers to analyze the relationship between their broadcast ad exposure and website traffic. By providing insights on creative, daypart, day of the week, and station, the tool helps advertisers optimize their campaigns to achieve better results. In conjunction with other Veritone aiWARE applications, Veritone Attribute also allows Audacy to measure post-exposure actions taken by listeners, including those resulting from sponsorships, billboards, live mentions, promotional commercials, and other in-content integrations.
About Veritone
Veritone is a prominent provider of enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that serve organizations operating in regulated and commercial sectors. Its software, services, and industry applications streamline data management, empowering some of the most renowned brands globally to function more efficiently, expedite decision-making and boost profitability. Its aiWARE™ is a market-leading enterprise AI platform that seamlessly integrates machine learning models to convert audio, video, and other data sources into practical intelligence. In addition to its extensive partner ecosystem, Veritone's professional and managed services help to develop and construct AI solutions that resolve current and future problems.
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Hivestack | March 02, 2023
On March 1, 2023, Hivestack, a prominent independent provider of programmatic technology for digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising, has joined forces with Winkel Media. Winkel Media is a Latin American company specializing in intelligent digital media and data analytics. They operate a network of over 5,000 prime retail store screens throughout Mexico, Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador.
Through this partnership, Winkel Media's advanced DOOH inventory, driven by data, will be integrated into Hivestack's supply-side platform (SSP), enabling advertisers worldwide to launch campaigns through open exchange and private marketplace deals (PMP).
Winkel Media's DOOH screens use AI and data-driven strategies to provide effective and measurable advertising campaigns in retail stores, targeting audiences’ near points of sale. With 500 store locations, these screens can reach over 3 million people monthly, generating around 6,500 impressions per day for advertisers. Advertisers, including local and international brands, agencies, and omnichannel DSPs, can benefit from the successful targeting and measurement capabilities of both Hivestack and Winkel Media to achieve their business goals.
In Latin America, the programmatic advertising market has been growing due to advertisers and media owners shifting towards data-driven strategies. Hivestack and Winkel Media are committed to utilizing cutting-edge technology to help their clients reach a wider audience and achieve their goals. Hivestack provides advertisers with advanced targeting options, flexible buying models, comprehensive audience measurement tools, and media owners with a platform to offer their inventory to buyers across 25 global markets through adaptable mediums.
About Hivestack
Hivestack is a leading global advertising technology company that provides programmatic solutions for digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising. The firm was founded in 2015 and has increased to become one of the most prominent players in the industry. Hivestack's programmatic platform lets advertisers buy and sell DOOH advertising space in real time. It enables them to reach audiences on digital screens in public places such as airports, shopping centers, and train stations. Hivestack's technology uses advanced algorithms to target and deliver highly relevant and personalized consumer ads. The company is known for its innovative approach to programmatic DOOH advertising and has received several industry awards for its cutting-edge technology.
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