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Dotdash Meredith, one of the biggest digital media publishers in America, has hired Jim Lawson to lead its ad tech division D/Cipher, Dotdash Meredith CEO Neil Vogel told Axios. https://trib.al/6Wy7RcR

Dotdash Meredith today announced the appointment of?Jim Lawson, former AdTheorent CEO, as President of D/Cipher, to lead D/Cipher's evolution as the premier cookie-less ad targeting and buying solution for the open web. The hire coincides with the newly launched D/Cipher+, which builds on the success of D/Cipher to create a new standard of targeting for the open Internet powered by the contextual first-party data of America's largest publisher. Welcome to the team, Jim! Read more on Axios: https://lnkd.in/dvf2v_Ba

Exciting news! ?? Our Fellows program has been named a finalist for The 2025 Halo Awards presented by Engage for Good. Since 2019, over 70 students have participated in the IAC Fellows Program, representing over 40 colleges and universities nationwide. The program is designed to provide high achieving students from historically and systematically underrepresented communities with individualized guidance to build successful, fulfilling lives. We’re incredibly proud to see the team’s dedication to this mission recognized! Full list of finalists ?? https://lnkd.in/gwQDMd-X #EFG2025 #HaloAwards

This week, we brought our teams together for an opportunity to connect, reflect, and look ahead with IAC Chairman and Senior Executive Barry Diller. Thank you to everyone who joined and contributed to the discussion!

Leah Wyar Romito, President of Entertainment, Beauty & Style, will join the?Advertising Research Foundation (ARF) Women in Analytics?and?Young Pros?groups for an interactive luncheon on March 25, held during AUDIENCExSCIENCE. In a fireside chat, Leah and other industry leaders will share how they are growing their careers by identifying the skills and strategies needed and putting them into action. See more info below and register here: https://lnkd.in/ewd3QNvs

Barry Diller spoke to analysts on IAC's earnings call today. That's a big deal. The last time he was on an earnings call was way back in April 2014. Diller talked about what's next for IAC now that it's spinning off Angi. Expect more investments in Dotdash Meredith. He also hinted that IAC could up its stake in casino giant MGM Resorts. My story for Barron's. #iac #barrydiller #earnings #media #dotdashmeredith #casinos https://lnkd.in/eMTNC7yN

IAC announced Q4 and full-year 2024 results, highlighting continued growth, innovation across our brands, and a strong focus on unlocking value across our portfolio. IAC CFO & COO Christopher Halpin shared more insights with The Wall Street Journal—read the interview here: https://lnkd.in/di2jUxz6

Care.com today released its 2025 Cost of Care Report. In a time when the U.S. Surgeon General has declared the declining mental well-being of parents a national concern, the report underscores the urgent need for sustainable solutions to support families and caretakers. CEO Brad Wilson spoke with Bloomberg about the findings ?? https://lnkd.in/eGJffWJz Among the results: ?? 90% of parents are losing sleep ?? 80% have cried over the stress (rising to 90% for moms) ?? 75% feel a sense of dread ?? 71% are experiencing health issues ?? 29% have even considered suicide or self-harm ?? Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eqqd4gNe

Great to chat with Brad Smith this morning on Yahoo Finance’s Wealth program! We dove into Angi’s latest State of Home Spending Report, uncovering key insights about how homeowners are approaching renovations and upgrades in 2025. From budget concerns to the challenges of hiring pros, it's clear that homeowners are prioritizing smart, meaningful investments in their spaces. Check out the full interview to learn more about the trends shaping the home improvement industry: https://lnkd.in/gGd6Gn-9

Today Angi released its annual State of Home Spending Report, highlighting how homeowners are navigating an evolving economic landscape marked by tighter budgets, rising stress, and shifting priorities. Key Findings: ?? Interest rates will continue to drive “renovate over relocate” mentality in 2025 ?? 93% of homeowners are planning projects this year ?? Home projects emerged as the most stressful budget item in 2024, surpassing healthcare and childcare Check out Angie Hicks' conversation with Brad Smith on Yahoo Finance,?where they take a look at the current home renovation landscape: https://lnkd.in/ezKXRcxK Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/ePwrffea