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The Artificial Intelligence learning curve.
By Gonzalo López Martí - Creative Director
- Your kids are doing their homework with AI.
- You are probably toying with it too.
- The learning curve, however, is an asymptote.
- Don’t know what an asymptote is?
- No need to ask ChatGPT.
5 Years Later: America Looks Back at the Impact of COVID-19 [REPORT]
The most significant pandemic of our lifetime arrived as the United States was experiencing three major societal trends: a growing divide between partisans of the left and right, decreasing trust in many institutions, and a massive splintering of the information environment.
Digital Advertisers Are Finding Success in Radio
Advertisers are discovering that the power of radio isn’t just for building brand awareness—it’s a powerful tool for driving sales and lower-funnel conversions. One experienced digital Audio advertiser recently tapped into the magic of AM/FM radio to boost engagement and skyrocket conversions. By partnering with Audacy and harnessing Claritas’ AI-powered attribution model, they were able to pinpoint exactly which radio stations were moving the needle. This innovative approach not only linked radio ads to tangible online actions but also provided deep audience insights that allowed the brand to fine-tune their strategy for maximum impact. In short, radio is proving to be a game-changer for advertisers ready to mix traditional reach with digital precision.
The Anti-Social Century and What It Means for Brands
Recently, I found myself reflecting on Derek Thompson's recent article in The Atlantic, "The Anti-Social Century," which examines how we in the U.S. increasingly are choosing isolation over connection and solitude over community. It's a powerful lens that offers insight into the cultural moment we're in as well as what this behavioral shift means for brands navigating our evolving zeitgeist. (And, no, Derek Thompson and I are not related, though his insights feel closely aligned with my reflections!)
The Fight for America’s Future: Why DEI and Multicultural Marketing Matter More Than Ever
The reelection of Donald Trump is not just a political shift—it’s a harsh reality check for millions of Americans who had hoped we were moving forward. For Hispanic families now facing the threat of mass deportations, for Black communities still grappling with deep and persistent inequities, and for trans and LGBTQ+ Americans bracing for another wave of attacks, this isn’t just about policies. It’s about our safety, our dignity, our futures. By David Morse - Market Researcher, Author, Adjunct Professor
Watching the Super Bowl Through Bicultural Eyes: A Different Take on Hispanic Representation
Every year, there is a discussion about diversity in Super Bowl ads—who is represented, who is missing, and whether brands are truly embracing multicultural audiences. As a bicultural Hispanic, I find myself in an interesting position in this conversation. By Maria Lucia Parra - I am a Bicultural Hispanic marketing/UX researcher with extensive experience in identifying the right approaches to meet clients’ objectives as “one size does not fit all”.
Super Bowl LIX Makes TV History With Over 127 Million Viewers
An estimated 127.7 million viewers tuned in for Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, February 9, according to Nielsen, making it the largest audience for a Super Bowl and for a single-network telecast in TV history. Super Bowl LIX aired on FOX, FOX Deportes and Telemundo and streamed on Tubi from approximately 6:42 PM ET to 10:16 PM ET.
The Latin American Growth Mindset: Why Aspirations Fuel Consumer Spending
If there’s one thing that sets Latin American consumers apart, it’s their unwavering optimism. Despite economic fluctuations, political shifts, and external uncertainties, a mindset of resilience and ambition drives consumer behavior across the region. This isn’t just about spending—it’s about investing in a better future, leveling up, and embracing opportunities. By Sylvia Vidal - Consumer Insights & Strategy Consultant | Latin America Market Expert | Multicultural Marketing Leader
SPORTS ADVERTISERS AND TV STREAMING PLATFORMS can win big with IN-GAME ADS
Sports fans remember the most thrilling highlights of a game — moments that last a lifetime. Building on this emotional resonance, MAGNA Media Trials and Transmit, a market-leading technology platform offering advanced TV advertising solutions, have collaborated to explore how brands can deliver unforgettable advertising experiences alongside TV streaming live sports content.
The Fallout of the Venezuelan Vote: A Community at a Crossroads
As a follow-up to my previous #DecodingLatinoVoter editorial, the current political landscape has placed Venezuelan U.S. citizens—many of whom helped elect Trump—at the center of an unfolding crisis impacting their communities. The same Venezuelan American diaspora that rallied behind Trump, drawn to his anti-socialist rhetoric, now faces the consequences of his shifting policies, particularly regarding immigration protections. By Gabriela ‘Gaby’ Alcantara-Diaz, Founder and President, Semilla Multicultural
“CONSUMER TRENDS 2025”
Findasense, a Brand Experience agency, presents the Consumer Trends 2025 report, identifying six key trends that will shape the relationship between brands and consumers. These trends are not only a path to innovation but also a return to the essentials: trust, connection, and authenticity. Brands that successfully navigate this delicate balance will be better positioned to capture consumer loyalty and interest in an increasingly competitive market.
Healthcare elsewhere: the rise of medical tourism
By Gonzalo López Martí - Creative Director
- Healthcare on US soil is way too expensive and bound to become more so in the future.
- It’s just a matter of supply and demand.
- Life expectancy is getting longer.
Leveraging Consumer Insights to Engage with Latino Voters
The results of the 2024 U.S. presidential election sent shockwaves around the globe. While the performance of the U.S. economy and inflation rate of 2.7% around the time of the election were envy of the world, many Americans were still hurting from the rapid rise in prices immediately following the pandemic. The economy, therefore, was the number one issue voters cared about in 2024, and they voted for change.
Brand Loyalty Is a Complete Fallacy [VIDEO]
Raja Rajamannar, chief marketing and communications officer at Mastercard, joined the On Scope podcast to discuss why it is completely unrealistic for marketers to expect consumers to be loyal to one brand. He also offered a solution for what to focus on instead.
Lopez Negrete Communications Invites Bilingual and Bicultural Influencers to Join Proprietary Network of Latino Creators
Lopez Negrete Communications unveiled its innovative proprietary tool, the Latino Network of Creators (LNC) with a call to action for all Hispanic content creators across the United States to join. With the rise in content creator marketing, the tool is ideal and highly recommended for any brand aiming to expand their reach and visibility within the Hispanic community through influencer marketing. And, in turn, Latino influencers who join the LNC have a chance to work with the agency's client roster.
Beyond the Numbers: Reclaiming Intuition in Brand Strategy
For decades, we've all worshipped data as the ultimate decision-making tool. Standardized testing, ranking/league tables, business school and so much more has taught that numbers provide certainty — that patterns, probabilities and models will lead us forward in the best way possible. And while analysis is critical, more and more I find myself wondering if we've let go of something equally valuable: intuition.
Media agencies face the uncertainty of a Trump 2.0 presidency and the rise of agentic AI in 2025
No one doubts that 2025 is going to be a fasten-your-seatbelt kind of year. A new (but also not-so-new) president known to shake up norms, an expected deregulatory environment, but one that generally discourages pro-social initiatives and generative AI adapting and getting more powerful with each new iteration — the latest buzzword being “agentic” AI.
A Bad Bunny blueprint for brands: Speak to the universal by elevating the specific
How the Puerto Rican artist’s latest album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, is a master class in cultural storytelling. As a proud Puerto Rican, I couldn’t help but feel a surge of emotion listening to Bad Bunny’s latest album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos. It’s a deeply personal — sometimes painful — love letter to Puerto Rico and, by extension, to all Latinos navigating the complexities of identity, heritage and contemporary life. by Omar R. Quiñones / MEL
Facts About the U.S. Black Population
The Black population of the United States is growing. In 2023, an estimated 48.3 million people self-identified as Black, making up 14.4% of the country’s population. This marks a 33% increase since 2000, when there were 36.2 million Black people living in the U.S.
