Google is urging advertisers to prioritize investing in AI to address potential delays in the deprecation of third-party cookies. The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority raised privacy concerns, prompting Google to ensure these issues are resolved before moving forward with removing third-party cookies. Despite the challenges, Google is confident in achieving a cookieless Chrome by the second half of 2024.
According to Dan Taylor, Google’s vice president of Global Advertising Strategies, only 30% of marketers feel prepared for the cookie deprecation. Taylor emphasized the importance of AI investment, refined targeting, and adjusting measurement and ad delivery strategies to navigate a cookieless world successfully.
To maintain consumer trust and transparency, Taylor suggests providing more information and control over data usage. Reminding consumers of the value their data brings can help build trust and avoid the perception of invasive practices.
Investing in AI is crucial for reaching target audiences in a cookieless environment. Taylor highlighted the role of AI in driving innovation and adaptability for businesses. Marketers heavily reliant on targeted advertising through third-party cookies should act promptly to explore alternative methods and avoid potential consequences for campaign performance.
For more insights on the future without cookies, check out our deep dive investigation on SEO and the implications of a cookieless world.
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