AI in digital advertising

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not new to digital advertising, but it is rapidly transforming almost every facet of our industry. It can generate creative, optimise ad placements and predict consumer behaviour at scale. At the same time, it is also transforming how consumers discover products – recalibrating how advertisers resonate with people in a world where AI is fast becoming the ultimate content curator. At the IAB, we have three core priorities when it comes to AI:  

• To enhance our shared understanding of how the technology is being used effectively today

• To spotlight future opportunities so that our members are not only prepared for what’s next, but primed to succeed 

• And, finally, to foster collaboration among our membership to share and strengthen best practice as AI evolves

 

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Latest AI insights

IAB Compass: Navigating AI

IAB UK’s latest Compass report explores how artificial intelligence is already reshaping digital advertising – from creative workflows to ethical governance. With practical insights and recommendations, it’s designed to help advertisers, agencies and platforms cut through the hype and focus on what matters most right now.

Covering everything from data quality to the rise of Gen AI and disruption in search, the report offers a clear-eyed view of the challenges and opportunities ahead. Whether you're just starting to test AI tools or already embedding them in your strategy, AI Compass is your go-to guide for navigating the next era of digital.

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Our AI-powered chatbot is here to help you get quick, reliable answers about all things digital advertising - from industry insights to IAB UK resources, events and membership info. Available 24/7, it's a fast, easy way to find what you need, when you need it - simply click the chat button in the lower right corner of your screen.

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IAB Tech Lab’s LLM content ingest API

This document from IAB Tech Lab provides a proposed framework for how publishers can monetise their content, and brands can manage their content, through AI-driven platforms. It also explores ways to address the decline in traffic to publisher websites and apps. 

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The year is 2030. AI revolutionises brand discovery

By 2030, IAB UK's Futurescape Barometer predicts that ad spend with Gen AI platforms is likely to reach £3.34 billion, rising to £6 billion if there is faster than anticipated development and uptake of ad solutions. At the same time, AI is expected to account for a significant share of ad spend in Search as AI-powered services and personal assistants streamline consumer journeys and aid planning. Dive into more findings from the research now.

The IAB UK Podcast: How can publishers thrive in the AI ecosystem?

As AI continues to transform the media landscape, how can publishers stay true to their mission of delivering trusted journalism? Listen to a dynamic exploration of how leading voices in publishing are embracing innovation, adapting to disruption, and uncovering new strategies to ensure quality journalism not only survives but thrives in the new AI landscape.

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The IAB UK Podcast

How to win back your week with AI

Listen to a live recording from February’s Last Thursday Club on The IAB UK Podcast with dentsu UK, Google and Microsoft Advertising. We explored how AI can enhance productivity, support neurodiversity and enable professionals to be more successful in their roles.

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Our members on AI

The Member Vault offers a wealth of insights, podcasts, case studies and events from IAB UK members highlighting creativity and innovation in digital advertising - explore thought leadership and content around the latest trends and developments in the world of AI via the Member Vault now.

IAB UK Jargon Buster

Check out our Jargon Buster to quickly get to grips with AI terms and make sense of their role in digital advertising.

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O2’s AI granny wins our Joy of Digital Award

Created using generative AI by VCCP’s AI agency Faith, O2's AI character Daisy can keep fraudsters on the line for a whopping 45 minutes to an hour with meandering monologues about knitting, grandchildren and the best way to bake a scone. 

Find out more about the Joy of Digital Award and past winners here

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Rewind IAB events

When AI took centre stage at Engage

Catch up on all the action from our AI-themed Engage in 2023. Speakers explored the impact, opportunities and what digital advertisers need to know about this game-changing technology. All sessions are available to watch on-demand now as well as key takeaways and thought leadership from sponsors.

Fast forward to 2030 with Futurescape

An in-depth exploration of the attitudes, innovations and media shifts that will shape the years ahead and redefine how we advertise by the turn of the decade

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