Sara Guaglione

Jessica Davies and Sara Guaglione, both senior media experts at Digiday, dive into how AI is dramatically reshaping the search landscape for publishers. They discuss the rise of AI chatbots in online search and the implications for traffic and engagement metrics. The conversation touches on Google's legal challenges, Apple's push for its own AI search engine, and the call for regulatory action regarding new AI tools like Gemini. They explore how publishers can adapt to these rapid changes and the importance of maintaining quality in journalism.

Jessica Davis, a senior media editor at Digiday, and Sara Guaglione, a senior media reporter, dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI platforms and publishers. They discuss their scorecard ranking major AI companies like Microsoft and OpenAI, revealing how publishers feel about compensation models amidst ongoing uncertainties. The duo highlights critical contract terms, the meaningfulness of licensing payments, and why platforms like Anthropic are lagging. With insights into Google’s cautious approach and Amazon’s targeted deals, they provide a compelling look at the AI landscape for publishers.

Seb Joseph, the executive editor of news at Digiday, and Sara Guaglione, a senior media reporter, dive into Meta's ambitious superintelligence vision and discuss Amazon's hefty deal with The New York Times. They explore the ongoing TV upfront negotiations amid a shifting landscape in advertising and the role of AI in media. The duo emphasizes the need for publishers to unite against AI's influence, tackling issues around content control and compensation. Their insights showcase the evolving dynamics between traditional media and tech giants.