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Is AI Shattering Google’s Fortress? Plus: Inside Amazon’s Risky Ads Test

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Is AI a wolf in sheep’s clothing for Google's empire? Mike Ryan and Christian Scharmueller are back to spill the tea on the biggest players in ecommerce!

This week they're dissecting Google's "fortress" of a business and Meta's uncanny ability to sell us things we didn't even know we needed. Our hosts will also dive into the mysterious case of Amazon's Google Shopping Ads blackout and try to figure out if it was a secret negotiation tactic or just a costly mistake.

Plus: Chris and Mike are checking out how JD.com is making bold moves in Europe with unexpected partners like IKEA and Media Markt.

Grab a coffee and join the chaos! And if you don't want to miss our next unfiltered take on the industry, hit that subscribe button.

About smec (Smarter Ecommerce):

At smec - Smarter Ecommerce, we specialize in transforming business goals into optimized ad campaigns. With over 16 years of experience in Google & Microsoft Ads, our intelligent software and expert services help retailers achieve superior results.

We're committed to giving you the tools and insights needed to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of digital advertising.

Make sure to follow smec - Smarter Ecommerce for more performance marketing insights:

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Intro: A Shabby Suit and the Return of the Show (00:00:00)

2. Google's Unstoppable Numbers: A "F*cking Fortress" (00:01:44)

3. Is AI Really a Threat to Google Search? (00:05:19)

4. Meta’s “Well-Oiled Advertising Machine” (00:10:55)

5. Google vs. Meta: The Battle of Functional vs. Emotional Utility (00:15:29)

6. The Mysterious Case of Amazon’s Ad Blackout (00:20:40)

7. Why Amazon’s Incrementality Test Theory Doesn't Add Up (00:22:51)

8. Negotiation Tactic or something more? (00:26:16)

9. China's E-commerce Giants Go West: JD.com's European Strategy with Media Markt and Ikea (00:37:49)

10. Outro: Final Thoughts (00:40:00)

74 episodes

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Content provided by Smarter Ecommerce. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Smarter Ecommerce or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Is AI a wolf in sheep’s clothing for Google's empire? Mike Ryan and Christian Scharmueller are back to spill the tea on the biggest players in ecommerce!

This week they're dissecting Google's "fortress" of a business and Meta's uncanny ability to sell us things we didn't even know we needed. Our hosts will also dive into the mysterious case of Amazon's Google Shopping Ads blackout and try to figure out if it was a secret negotiation tactic or just a costly mistake.

Plus: Chris and Mike are checking out how JD.com is making bold moves in Europe with unexpected partners like IKEA and Media Markt.

Grab a coffee and join the chaos! And if you don't want to miss our next unfiltered take on the industry, hit that subscribe button.

About smec (Smarter Ecommerce):

At smec - Smarter Ecommerce, we specialize in transforming business goals into optimized ad campaigns. With over 16 years of experience in Google & Microsoft Ads, our intelligent software and expert services help retailers achieve superior results.

We're committed to giving you the tools and insights needed to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of digital advertising.

Make sure to follow smec - Smarter Ecommerce for more performance marketing insights:

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Intro: A Shabby Suit and the Return of the Show (00:00:00)

2. Google's Unstoppable Numbers: A "F*cking Fortress" (00:01:44)

3. Is AI Really a Threat to Google Search? (00:05:19)

4. Meta’s “Well-Oiled Advertising Machine” (00:10:55)

5. Google vs. Meta: The Battle of Functional vs. Emotional Utility (00:15:29)

6. The Mysterious Case of Amazon’s Ad Blackout (00:20:40)

7. Why Amazon’s Incrementality Test Theory Doesn't Add Up (00:22:51)

8. Negotiation Tactic or something more? (00:26:16)

9. China's E-commerce Giants Go West: JD.com's European Strategy with Media Markt and Ikea (00:37:49)

10. Outro: Final Thoughts (00:40:00)

74 episodes

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