As data protection restrictions tighten, advertisers are becoming more aware of the importance of ethical and transparent data use. The Transparency and Consent Framework 2.0 (TCF 2.0) went into effect on 15 August, encouraging publishers and providers of advertising technology solutions to be more transparent about consumer data protection. On the other hand, it has given users of digital media greater control over what information they share and with whom. As various regulations on consumer data privacy and protection restrict the access to third party, a more precise version of contextual targeting, i.e. contextual intelligence, is becoming more popular.

When we talk to our clients about the advantages of digital advertising compared over its traditional forms, we repeatedly refer to its effectiveness, measurability and the ability to adapt advertising campaigns in real time. These are the key benefits of digital advertising, which give companies better returns when it comes to advertising investments. Of course, modern digital advertising is fuelled by data, which has become a precious commodity. However, the growth in usage increasingly calls for the use of a single data source, as this is the only way to ensure comprehensive and transparent insight into the performance of advertising campaigns.