$7M Ads, AI Breakthroughs, and a Trade War - Retail in 2025

This week, Mal breaks down the global headlines that will shake up eCommerce in 2025. From eye-watering $7M Super Bowl ad slots to Trump’s new trade tariffs and a game-changing AI breakthrough, this episode is packed with insights to keep you ahead of the curve. Super Bowl’s $7M Ad Spots: Why brands are still betting big on the NFL’s biggest stage—and what Meta’s Ray-Ban push signals for the future of wearables. Trump’s Trade War Escalates: New tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada could send shockwaves through global retail. What it means for supply chains, pricing, and inflation. AI’s Next Big Disruption: DeepSeek, a Chinese ChatGPT rival, is shaking up the AI space with a fraction of the investment. What this means for retail automation and marketing. Google’s Meridian and the Death of Attribution: Google just dropped a free, open-source marketing mix modeling tool—does this finally replace outdated attribution models? 💡 Key Takeaway: The global economy, AI, and marketing measurement are shifting fast. Retailers who adapt now will have the upper hand as 2025 unfolds. Follow MalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malchia/Website: malchia.com Follow Ecom NationLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ecom-nation/Website: ecomnation.com.au