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Explanation of terms and acronyms related to the media and broadcasting world. Updated every week!

Ad Exchange

Ad exchanges serve as the dynamic cornerstone of the online advertising landscape, revolutionizing the way online ad space is bought and sold. Functioning as virtual marketplaces, ad exchanges facilitate real-time auctions, connecting publishers seeking to monetize their digital inventory with advertisers eager to reach their target audiences. This innovative ecosystem operates on a real-time bidding (RTB) model, ensuring instantaneous transactions as users engage with digital content. The efficiency and transparency of ad exchanges empower publishers to maximize revenue by auctioning…

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Ad Tag

An ad tag is a snippet of code that defines an ad placement and provides information to the ad server. Also known as ad URLs, ad tags play a crucial role in digital advertising, particularly in the realm of live audio streaming. Some ad servers, like SpotX, generate ad tags in large quantities, while others generate them in URL format. These tags ensure that the right ads are delivered to the correct audience at the appropriate time, enhancing the overall…

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SSAI (Server-Side Ad Insertion)

SSAI (Server-Side Ad Insertion) technique is a powerful tool for delivering seamless advertising experiences, especially in the context of live streaming services. It allows for the live audio streaming of ads, ensuring uninterrupted playback and bypassing ad blockers. By preloading ads and seamlessly stitching them into video content on the server side, SSAI provides a more efficient and effective way to deliver ads to viewers. This fundamental difference has significant implications for ad delivery, viewer experience, and monetization. With Server-Side…

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Ad Macros

In the Streaming Industry, "Ad Macros" play a pivotal role in optimizing advertising campaigns by enabling dynamic content insertion and tracking functionalities. These macros, also known as advertising macros or ad tags, serve as placeholders within ad creative templates, allowing for the automatic insertion of contextual information such as timestamps, viewer demographics, or geographic location. By leveraging ad macros, live audio streaming platforms can deliver personalized and relevant ads to viewers in real-time, enhancing engagement and maximizing ad revenue What…

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Streaming & OTT Predictions for 2026
Streaming & OTT Predictions for 2026

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  5. Rise and Growth of Microdrama & Microlearning: How short-form, vertical video is driving higher engagement, faster knowledge transfer, and daily user retention across industries. 

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