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Every app has its own set of challenges when it comes to finding the right placements for ads. It’s important that developers have a variety of ad options that best suit their app and audience. That’s why major brands like Toyota, Sony, Starbucks, and Unilever incorporate both video and display banner ads to maximize monetization…
In September, the AdColony Publishing and Performance teams invited valued clients to the annual Supernova Summit in beautiful Napa, CA. The two-day event was held in the heart of wine country at the Meritage Resort and Spa. Partners from across the globe gathered to share insights and knowledge around user acquisition and app monetization. Interactive…
When it comes to mobile advertising, brands are always concerned with increased efficiency and revenue, and so are developers. One of our trusted partners, Fyber, has launched the latest version of its mediation platform for mobile game developers and advertisers alike to achieve their goals. Meanwhile, brands are learning how to best serve engaging ads…
When considering monetization strategies, app developers look for an advertising solution that will bring in revenue without compromising the user’s experience they’ve spent ages crafting. This is where rewarded video comes in. Rewarded video has proven itself to be a reliable and effective tactic for both advertisers and developers while keeping users engaged. If you’re…
A U.S. Senator has announced his plans to propose a bill that would ban loot boxes and pay-to-win microtransactions. We’ll look at the details of this bill and how other countries have addressed these issues. Meanwhile, we recap the Entertainment Software Association’s comprehensive study on American video game players’ habits. Read all about it in…
With easy access to smartphones, mobile gaming has become a global pastime. The growing gaming audience has put pressure on app developers to choose the most effective monetization strategies. While some apps rely on in-app purchases only, approximately half of developers (49%) monetize with mobile ads, and only 20% use both ads and IAP. Given…
It is no secret that app developers need to make money, but what is their favorite way to get that cheddar? We’ll take a look at developers’ preferences for monetization and ad mediation and if they actually understand what is going on with the different bidding methods. Speaking of making money, Pearl Abyss’ role-playing game…
As thousands gathered at the Moscone Center in San Francisco last week, a roomful of GDC (Game Developers Conference) attendees were intently focused on the topic of advanced mediation in the Looking Past The Waterfall panel, led by our very own David Pokress, EVP of Global Publishing. Why so intently focused? Because a lot is…
For publishers, it may make sense to not allow ads from competitors or from other user-acquisition apps that might accelerate your churn. Doing so might be costing developers a tremendous opportunity for revenue! AdColony worked with a well-known publisher to test this theory. Changing Monetization Strategy A well-known publisher with several social casino titles creates…
A new year means new opportunities to grow and new trends to look out for. As mentioned in Mobile Marketing, our very own David Pokress shares 5 ways mobile app monetization will change in 2019. But that’s not all. We’ve got you covered with the ultimate SDK guide from AppSee and additional insights on consumer…