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Researchers from the University of Reading in the UK conducted a blind study to see if human educators were able to detect AI-generated content. The results don’t bode well for teachers. The move toward remote learning has seen a lot of student assessments conducted outside the traditional space of a written exam with an invigilator on the lookout for cheating. Ready access to advanced AI models has made it easy for students to use tools like ChatGPT to write their coursework assignments for them or help when taking online exams. Would a smart university professor be able to tell if…

2023 was bad for Amazon aggregator funding, and this year is on track to be even worse. Just two equity funding rounds were closed through June 27, compared to five at the same time last year and 12 in all of 2023. “The decline in funding reflects the overall venture environment, where funding has slowed across industries. For Amazon aggregators in particular, the biggest and most well-known player, Thrasio, prepared for bankruptcy in late 2023 as the overall slowdown in ecommerce sales growth slowed funding to the space as well,” Laura Kennedy, principal analyst at CB Insights, said in a…

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For marketers, July is the new September.

Streaming By Emily Sullivan Jun 27 2024 In today’s digital age, where streaming has become the primary mode of entertainment for millions worldwide, advertising has evolved significantly. Among the frontrunners in this revolution is Roku, a leading player in the over-the-top (OTT) advertising space.  With over half of the U.S. population expected to use at least one ad-supported streaming service monthly by 2026, learning how to effectively leverage streaming platforms like Roku  has become essential. In this post, we’ll dive into the world of Roku Ads, offering insights, strategies, and practical tips to help navigate and succeed in this space.…

Once a week we publish a list of new products from companies offering services to online sellers. This installment includes updates on AI-powered search, subscriptions, social commerce, chatbots, local shopping, reverse logistics, live shopping, and retail media networks. Got an ecommerce product release? Email releases@practicalecommerce.com. New Tools for Merchants: June 27 Daydream raises $50 million in seed funding to build an AI-powered search engine for ecommerce. Daydream, an AI-powered platform designed to change how people shop online, has raised a $50 million seed round co-led by Forerunner Ventures and Index Ventures with participation from Google Ventures and True Ventures. Launching…

The holidays — and holiday shoppers — are coming, whether you’re ready or not.

Steve Schwartz, the founder and CEO of Art of Tea, has a knack for blending ingredients and a desire to make an impact in the world. It’s a good thing he cultivated this gift, since he didn’t graduate college or know any entrepreneurs before launching his company.  “After learning from experts in the field and becoming a master tea blender, Steve started a business to share his passion and pass on the craft to others. He’s trained tea sommeliers at Caesars Palace, as well as chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck’s staff on an elevated tea experience. “Our mission really is…

Do you need to boost your audience engagement on Facebook? The upcoming 4th of July holiday can be a prime opportunity for your brand to connect with your followers on a deeper, more personal level. In fact, research suggests over 75% of shoppers will turn to social media for inspiration and buying opportunities on that long weekend. For Gen Z, Facebook is the current platform to score the best shopping deals. You just have to be able to reach and inspire them. Facebook Stories, with their ephemeral nature and interactive features, provide a dynamic platform to connect this patriotic holiday. …

AI has a myriad of uses, but one of its most concerning applications is the creation of deep fake media and misinformation. A new study from Google DeepMind and Jigsaw, a Google technology incubator that monitors societal threats, analyzed misuse of AI between January 2023 and March 2024. It assessed some 200 real-world incidents of AI misuse, revealing that creating and disseminating deceptive deep fake media, particularly those targeting politicians and public figures, is the most common form of malicious AI use. Deep fakes, synthetic media generated using AI algorithms to create highly realistic but fake images, videos, and audio,…