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Online tracking hot on our trail
Queena Kim Jun 18, 2012
A new study says tracking on the busiest websites has jumped dramatically compared to last year.
With growth slowing way down, how will Facebook make money off us?
John Moe Jun 12, 2012
The social giant may use more ads, better ads or perhaps a way for users to make money as well.
Microsoft makes 'Do Not Track' the default
Jeff Horwich Jun 4, 2012
Advertisers are not amused. In the upcoming version of Windows, Internet Explorer will have its "Do Not Track" feature turned on by default. Goodbye creepy ads that seem to follow you around -- hello, more generic ads for great deals on car insurance?
GM signs deal to sponsor Manchester United
Christopher Werth May 31, 2012
General Motors announced today a major Chevrolet sponsorship deal with the popular English soccer team, Manchester United.
GM passes on Super Bowl advertising
Kai Ryssdal May 18, 2012
General Motors recently announced it was going to stop advertising on Facebook, and now it's bowing out of doing an expensive ad during the Super Bowl next year.
Dish Network clashes with TV execs
Jeremy Hobson May 17, 2012
The best laid advertising plans could be thwarted by a new service from Dish Network -- the satellite TV operator -- that lets users skip commercials all together.
Facebook offer: Pay $2 to promote your posts
Sally Herships May 14, 2012
As Facebook looks for new sources of revenue, it targets users who may want more attention and better placement for their posts.
Brad Pitt becomes first Chanel No. 5 spokesman
Kai Ryssdal May 11, 2012
The Marketplace staff offer their takes on what his commercials will be like.
Facing water shortages, Indian farmers dig in
Jon Miller May 8, 2012
Fast-growing India is pumping itself dry. For the "water man," the solutions will come from the grassroots.
Peak oil? Try peak water.
Kai Ryssdal May 7, 2012
Documentary filmmaker Jessica Yu's new film, "Last Call at the Oasis," explores the water crisis in the U.S. and its impact.
