#Auction Website Software

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Auction Software: Revolutionizing the Auction Industry

The auction industry has experienced a significant transformation over the past few decades, thanks in large part to the advent of auction software. This technology has not only simplified the process of buying and selling items but also enhanced the experience for both sellers and buyers. Whether you're a traditional auction house or an online platform, auction software can streamline operations, boost engagement, and improve revenue generation.

What is Auction Software?

Auction software is a specialized tool designed to facilitate the online or in-person auction process. It provides a range of functionalities, from listing items to managing bids and payments. The software automates various tasks that were once manual, such as bid tracking, invoicing, and inventory management, saving both time and money. With advanced features like real-time bidding, customer management, and secure payment processing, auction software has become a vital component for auction houses worldwide.

Key Features of Auction Software

Auction software comes with a broad array of features that cater to the unique needs of both auctioneers and bidders. Let’s take a look at some of the most important ones.

Real-Time BiddingOne of the standout features of modern auction software is the ability to facilitate real-time bidding. This feature allows buyers to place bids from anywhere in the world and track the progress of the auction as it happens. This capability eliminates geographical constraints and encourages wider participation in auctions.

Auction Catalogs and Item ListingsAuction software often includes tools for creating digital catalogs or listings of auction items. Sellers can upload detailed information, including images, descriptions, and reserve prices, making it easier for potential buyers to view and evaluate the items. This feature adds transparency to the auction process and builds trust with bidders.

Payment Processing and SecurityIn an online auction, secure payment processing is paramount. Auction software often integrates with trusted payment gateways to facilitate smooth, safe transactions. It also ensures that payment details are encrypted, offering buyers and sellers peace of mind. Many auction platforms also provide automated invoicing, saving both parties time and reducing errors.

Bidder ManagementAuction software allows auctioneers to manage bidder registration, track bidding histories, and monitor user activity. This feature helps auction houses stay organized, ensuring that bidders are properly vetted and that the bidding process runs smoothly. Additionally, this data can be used for future marketing efforts, improving bidder retention rates.

Mobile CompatibilityWith the increasing use of smartphones, auction software is designed to be mobile-friendly. Bidders can participate in live auctions, view items, place bids, and make payments all from their mobile devices. This flexibility increases accessibility and attracts a larger pool of potential buyers.

Analytics and ReportingAuction software typically includes reporting tools that help auction houses assess the performance of their events. Sellers can track metrics such as the number of bids, total sales, and overall revenue. These insights help improve future auctions and ensure that auction houses remain competitive in a crowded market.

Benefits of Auction Software

provides numerous benefits for both auctioneers and bidders. For auctioneers, the automation of key processes—such as bid tracking, item listing, and payment processing—greatly reduces administrative workload. This results in a more efficient auction, fewer errors, and greater profitability. For bidders, the ability to participate in auctions remotely, 24/7, makes the experience more convenient and user-friendly.

Moreover, auction software can help businesses scale their operations. Auction houses no longer need to limit themselves to a local audience; they can easily conduct international auctions, attracting a broader pool of buyers. Additionally, the software can help auctioneers maintain a steady flow of events, generating continuous revenue streams.

The Future of Auction Software

The auction industry is expected to continue evolving with the help of technology. As more people embrace digital bidding, auction software will likely incorporate even more advanced features such as artificial intelligence (AI) for bid prediction, blockchain for transparency, and augmented reality (AR) for virtual item previews. This technological evolution will not only enhance the user experience but also increase the efficiency and profitability of auctions.

Conclusion

Auction software is a game-changer for the industry, simplifying the process of buying and selling while increasing reach and profitability. As auction houses embrace these technologies, the future of auctions looks brighter than ever. Platforms like Bidsquare Cloud are taking this transformation a step further by offering cloud-based auction website software that enables seamless, secure, and scalable auction operations. Whether you’re looking to host a small local auction or a global event, the right auction software can empower your business to reach new heights.

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Empowering Individuals with IT Services: Connecting Possibilities

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TRIPITAKA - the lost spiritual sequel to Cosmology of Kyoto was found

This post is a compilation of a series of tweets I have composed over a period of weeks during this summer.

For years, it was uncertain whether TRIPITAKA 玄奘三蔵求法の旅, by Soft Edge, had in fact ever been published. I remind the more absent-minded readers that this is the studio responsible for the mythical CD-ROM Cosmology of Kyoto, originally released in Japan in 1993, later published in the United States by Yano Electric in 1995. Knowledge of this their second and final production comes solely from the online CVs of producers Hiroshi Ōnishi and Mori Kōichi. No other information could be found online, and no actual copy of the game was known to exist.

Earlier this year, this disc surfaced at Yahoo Auctions. It sold for nearly $300 after 24 bids.

As suggested by its tile, which translates to Xuanzang Sanzo's Dharma-Seeking Journey, it was always assumed that the game illustrated episodes of the life of the celebrated Chinese Buddhist monk, particularly his 7th century pilgrimage to India. The captures printed on the back not only show a character highly reminiscent of the ancient scholar, they depict a variety of scenes taking place in China and India.

According to the severely incomplete archived version of PD Inc's website, the Japanese publisher responsible for this digipack, it was available for sale at museums hosting the 1999 Silk Road Journey To The West exhibition, which suitably matches the date printed on the back cover. However, this date presents yet another open question, as the Ōnishi-San and Kōichi-San bios both list it as a 1995 production.

The technical specifications may provide an enlightening clue, as they refer to Windows 95, 640x480px resolution and an 8-Bit color mode. This indicates that TRIPITAKA was indeed developed sometime between 1993 and 1995, although it was never published in the CD-ROM game circuit, certainly not in the immediate years after its development was completed. Combined with the data retrieved from the publisher's website, the edition shown here appears to have been produced solely for the occasion, as a means to diversify the museum shop catalog for this major exhibit, given the shared theme.

It would have been nearly impossible, had the program been in fact published in 1995, for a single copy to not have been spotted or mentioned online by the many Japanese collectors who have attempted to locate it for decades, unsuccessfully. On the other hand, a CD-ROM that was sold at a museum exhibit is likely to be purchased by visitors who were entirely unaware of the item's relevance as an elusive multimedia gem.

If a tangent is permitted here, both productions are inextricably linked with the museum space, and as far as I can speculate, Cosmology of Kyoto was, itself, also published with the intention of being made available in gallery stores in addition to computer game retailers. I say this because this was a production made possible by collaborative efforts including a variety of Japanese museums, to the extent these are referenced by name in the game's credits.

Considering the price at which the item was sold at auction, I was fairly certain that it was purchased by one such video game collector who knew exactly what they were bidding for. Later in July, I was able to locate the buyer and establish contact. Initially, the buyer was only able to produce this screenshot of the disc program launcher. The title reads "Cosmology of Asia", validating the claims that Soft Edge was in effect planning for series of edutainment software prior to its demise in the mid-90s.

In my second contact with the owner, I asked if he was available to produce a disc image and share it online for purposes of software preservation. The owner politely declined, stating that this was not something he was willing to do but offered to record the following gameplay video instead.

At a glance, the art style of Tripitaka is unsurprisingly similar to that of Cosmology. Most of its episodes occur during the day, whereas the latter was mostly played under the dark cover of night. The first scene depicts a dying Xuanzang reminiscing on his journeys in the company of a young chronicler. Structurally, both games are also nearly indistinguishable from one another, producing ample historical information for context, including detailed maps and chronologies.

TRIPITAKA was considered to be lost media for decades. As such, the importance of this footage could hardly be overstated. I would not hesitate to compare this development to the unearthing of Osamu Sato's Chu-Teng, the Eastern Mind sequel that was also deemed lost for many years, miraculously found during the time this blog was inactive.

I am delighted to have played a minor role in the unraveling of this thirty year old mystery, and can hardly contain my enthusiasm, as I now find myself equipped with sufficient information to produce a full post concerning a game about which I could not have written more than a sentence, just last year.

I would also like to thank the author of the @mendelpalace Tumblr for his timely alert regarding the Yahoo listing.

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RECENT SEO & MARKETING NEWS FOR ECOMMERCE, AUGUST 2024

Hello, and welcome to my very last Marketing News update here on Tumblr.

After today, these reports will now be found at least twice a week on my Patreon, available to all paid members. See more about this change here on my website blog: https://www.cindylouwho2.com/blog/2024/8/12/a-new-way-to-get-ecommerce-news-and-help-welcome-to-my-patreon-page

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TOP NEWS & ARTICLES 

A US court ruled that Google is a monopoly, and has broken antitrust laws. This decision will be appealed, but in the meantime, could affect similar cases against large tech giants. 

Did you violate a Facebook policy? Meta is now offering a “training course” in lieu of having the page’s reach limited for Professional Mode users. 

Google Ads shown in Canada will have a 2.5% surcharge applied as of October 1, due to new Canadian tax laws.

SEO: GOOGLE & OTHER SEARCH ENGINES 

Search Engine Roundtable’s Google report for July is out; we’re still waiting for the next core update. 

SOCIAL MEDIA - All Aspects, By Site

Facebook (includes relevant general news from Meta)

Meta’s latest legal development: a $1.4 billion settlement with Texas over facial recognition and privacy.  

Instagram

Instagram is highlighting “Views” in its metrics in an attempt to get creators to focus on reach instead of follower numbers. 

Pinterest

Pinterest is testing outside ads on the site. The ad auction system would include revenue sharing. 

Reddit

Reddit confirmed that anyone who wants to use Reddit posts for AI training and other data collection will need to pay for them, just as Google and OpenAI did. 

Second quarter 2024 was great for Reddit, with revenue growth of 54%. Like almost every other platform, they are planning on using AI in their search results, perhaps to summarize content. 

Threads

Threads now claims over 200 million active users.

TikTok

TikTok is now adding group chats, which can include up to 32 people.

TikTok is being sued by the US Federal Trade Commission, for allowing children under 13 to sign up and have their data harvested. 

Twitter

Twitter seems to be working on the payments option Musk promised last year. Tweets by users in the EU will at least temporarily be pulled from the AI-training for “Grok”, in line with EU law.

CONTENT MARKETING (includes blogging, emails, and strategies) 

Email software Mad Mimi is shutting down as of August 30. Owner GoDaddy is hoping to move users to its GoDaddy Digital Marketing setup. 

Content ideas for September include National Dog Week. 

You can now post on Substack without having an actual newsletter, as the platform tries to become more like a social media site. 

As of November, Patreon memberships started in the iOS app will be subject to a 30% surcharge from Apple. Patreon is giving creators the ability to add that charge to the member's bill, or pay it themselves.

ONLINE ADVERTISING (EXCEPT INDIVIDUAL SOCIAL MEDIA AND ECOMMERCE SITES) 

Google worked with Meta to break the search engine’s rules on advertising to children through a loophole that showed ads for Instagram to YouTube viewers in the 13-17 year old demographic. Google says they have stopped the campaign, and that “We prohibit ads being personalized to people under-18, period”.

Google’s Performance Max ads now have new tools, including some with AI. 

Microsoft’s search and news advertising revenue was up 19% in the second quarter, a very good result for them. 

One of the interesting tidbits from the recent Google antitrust decision is that Amazon sells more advertising than either Google or Meta’s slice of retail ads. 

BUSINESS & CONSUMER TRENDS, STATS & REPORTS; SOCIOLOGY & PSYCHOLOGY, CUSTOMER SERVICE 

More than half of Gen Z claim to have bought items while spending time on social media in the past half year, higher than other generations. 

Shopify’s president claimed that Christmas shopping started in July on their millions of sites, with holiday decor and ornament sales doubling, and advent calendar sales going up a whopping 4,463%.

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for the sake of consistency I feel compelled to point this out: I feel like I'm seeing a warped false dichotomy-ish thing spring up where people are responding to the "tiktok is a national security threat to america" hysteria with a counter that american software companies collect data about users, largely for advertising purposes, which is true!

but some of this seems to wrap around to an assumption that tiktok doesn't engage in garden-variety data collection for any reason at all... except they very much do lol. because tiktok is also an advertising platform at its core, to the tune of $11B of revenue in 2022. which I'm not trying to offer as a gotcha, just that I wouldn't be all "well you gotta hand it to them" about data collection practices in the same breath that you lampoon american companies' practices because tiktok's functionally not much different from any other advertising-supported platform in that regard.

WHICH, IMPORTANT CAVEAT, is a completely neutral statement on my part. not only am I famously pretty lukewarm on the privacy threat posed by advertising data, but also what I'm trying to get at here is that tiktok's data collection serves the exact same purpose as any other big platform's data collection, which is Making Money. it's all the same. you could even argue that the big monolithic publishers like tiktok/reddit/facebook/google who source their own buyers are less leaky (and therefore less problematic in general) because their supply chains don't include a million third-party ad platforms per auction, and those third-party middlemen are often the ones who sell shit to data brokers, so tiktok's closed advertising ecosystem is actually better than some of these publishers with miles-long ads.txt files who'll do business with anybody.

but like, for example: pixel tracking is a common way to track ad conversions by measuring how many users click on ads and do stuff on the website that the ad leads to. facebook has the facebook meta pixel, reddit has the reddit pixel, tiktok has the tiktok pixel... exact same tech. exact same reason. no espionage, just ads for those mobile games where you're trying to solve a weird maze thing before some guy drowns in lava

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This summer, a Vancouver car mechanic named Max got a perplexing ping on his phone: Betty White was in Ukraine and needed his help. This was surprising because she had died on a Canadian highway back in January.

When Max last saw Betty White, his nickname for his Tesla Model Y Performance, they were both in rough shape after getting sideswiped on the highway. Max’s rotator cuff was torn in several places. The small SUV had bounced off multiple concrete barriers at high speed and was bashed in on all four corners, its wheels ripped to pieces. Coolant appeared to be leaking into the battery chamber. From his own work on EVs in the garage, Max knew that Betty was done for. “No auto shop would put a repair person at risk with that kind of damage,” says Max, whose last name isn’t being used out of doxing concerns. A damaged EV battery can become dangerous due to the risk of shocks, fire, and toxic fumes. His insurer agreed, and Betty was written off and sent to a salvage yard.

Months after he had last seen the car, Max’s Tesla app was now telling him that Betty needed a software update. It showed the car with an extra 200 kilometers on the odometer, fully charged, and parked in Uman, a town in Ukraine’s Cherkasy Oblast, midway between Kyiv and the front line with Russia’s invasion force. Minutes after that first ping, the app showed the car in service mode, suggesting Betty was undergoing repairs. “I thought it must be a mistake,” Max says.

There was no mistake. WIRED tracked Betty down to a Ukrainian auto auction website, looking good as new, maybe even better, with newly tinted windows and rearview mirrors wrapped in black. Betty 2.0 was being sold by “Mikhailo,” who wrote that the car had suffered “a small blow” in Canada and been repaired with original Tesla parts. The price, $55,000, was roughly the same as a new Model Y Performance costs in the US.

Betty White’s intercontinental resurrection was impressive but not unusual. For a long time, cars written off in North America have found their way to Eastern European repair shops willing to take on damage that US and Canadian mechanics won’t touch. In 2021, the most recent data available, Ukraine was a top-three destination for used US passenger vehicles sent overseas, close behind Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates. And Ukraine’s wreck importers and repairers are particularly known for their ingenuity. Some have made fixing EVs written off across the Atlantic into a specialty, helping to drive a surge in the number of electric vehicles on the country’s roads, even as the war with Russia rages.

Though few automakers sell new EVs in Ukraine, the share of newly registered vehicles that are fully electric, 9 percent, is about the same as in the US and nearly double that of neighboring Poland and the Czech Republic. Most of Ukraine’s refurbished EVs come from North America, and many arrive with major damage.

There’s a ready supply of crashed North American EVs in part because electrics are becoming more common, and also because in recent years, relatively new EVs with low mileage have been written off at a higher rate than their gas-powered equivalents, according to data from insurers. US and Canadian repair shops and insurers see them as more dangerous and difficult to fix. Scrapyards find it hard to make money from their parts and instead ship them abroad.

Ivan Malakhovsky is not afraid to work on cases like Betty White. His five-year-old repair business in Dnipro, in eastern Ukraine, fixes about 100 Teslas a month, roughly a fifth of them from overseas, and employs a staff that varies between six to 10 people. He’s currently away from home, serving with the Armed Forces of Ukraine, but he manages his workers, and sometimes makes software-mediated repairs, remotely. “We have problems in our lives and can fix them, whether a battery or a full-scale invasion,” says Malakhovsky. “Electric cars, electric car batteries—it’s no problem.”

An electric vehicle battery is made up of thousands of individual cells, which store and release energy. Sometimes, Malakhovsky says, he and his coworkers will break up large EV batteries damaged beyond repair and repurpose the cells to power electric scooters or even drones for the war effort. He says the vast majority of Teslas on Ukrainian roads were once involved in wrecks in North America.

The war has even boosted Ukraine’s EV resurrection business at times, by driving up gas prices and making electrics more attractive to drivers. Ukraine has a public charging network of some 11,000 chargers, according to Volodymyr Ivanov, the head of communications at Nissan Motor Ukraine—that’s more than the state of New York, and double the number in neighboring Poland. Since 2018, Ukraine’s government has removed most taxes and customs duties on used EV imports. In the US, electric vehicles tend to be expensive, and the average EV driver is still a high-income male homeowner. North American wrecks, Ukraine’s EV incentives, and its relatively low electricity prices have created a different picture. “There is a joke here that all poor people are driving electric cars, and all the rich people are driving petrol cars,” says Malakhovsky. “Tesla is a common-people, popular car because it’s very cheap in maintenance.”

That’s a relatively recent development, says Hans Eric Melin, head of Circular Energy Storage, a UK-based consultancy that tracks the international flows of used EVs and batteries. He began watching the Ukraine market in particular a few years ago, after he noticed more ads for Nissan Leafs on auction sites listed in Ukrainian than in English. At the time, the Leaf, a pioneer among EVs, was essentially the only one that had been around long enough to develop a healthy used market. Over time, Ukraine’s electric fleet grew to encompass the full range of EVs sold around the world, including Teslas, as more cars hit the roads and aged or got into crashes.

Melin had suspected Ukraine’s EV boom would end with the war. “I was completely wrong,” he says. By this summer, Ukraine’s EV fleet had doubled since July 2021, to 64,312, according to data compiled by the Automotive Market Research Institute, a Ukrainian research and advocacy group.

Roman Tyschenko, a 25-year-old IT worker who lives in Kyiv, decided last September that he was sick of his Jeep’s $400-a-month gas bill. Friends had purchased used, damaged electric cars on an online auction website called Copart, a US-based public auto reseller with 200 locations around the world. He logged on and spent $24,000 on a gray 2021 Tesla Model Y that had taken a solid blow to its passenger side in Dallas, Texas. Its bumper was almost fully detached; its hood was tented; some of its airbags had deployed.

That Texan Model Y was likely declared totaled by an insurer. From there, it probably moved to a salvage auction in the US, where licensed exporters, salvage shops, and repairers tried to figure out how much value they could squeeze out of the wreck. The winner, or perhaps the insurer itself, listed the car on Copart, which made it available to anyone around the world who wanted a smashed-up Tesla and was willing to pay for shipping.

If Tyschenko hadn’t brought the Texan Tesla to Ukraine himself, it had a good chance of being shipped there anyway by someone who professionally flips cars to countries like Ukraine. These exporters look for wrecks potentially worth more than their scrap value, but little enough that an expensive US repair and resale wouldn’t make sense. Some ship vehicles directly to Ukrainian repairers and pay for the fix, while others import damaged cars and relist them for sale to Ukrainian buyers who can figure it out for themselves.

It takes a damaged North American car between one and five months to reach a nearby port. Before the war, wrecked cars headed to Ukraine’s Port of Odessa on the Black Sea. Since Russia invaded in 2022, they come through Klaipėda in Lithuania on the Baltic Sea, or Koper in Slovenia on the Adriatic, and are brought to Ukraine by truck. A shop like Malakhovsky’s can fix a Tesla in somewhere between one week and one year, depending on the damage.

Tyschenko arranged for his Model Y to be shipped to a local repair shop in Kyiv, where it arrived in February 2023, five months after he hit the Buy button online. The technician sent him videos of the EV’s ongoing revamp every few weeks, and Tyschenko stopped by to visit a handful of times. By May, he had paid the technician some $25,000 for his work and was driving the Model Y around Kyiv.

Two months later, the battery died and Tyschenko spent another $4,000 to replace it—a demonstration of the risks of electric vehicle rescues. Still, he’s happy with how things worked out, and now pays just $10 to $100 a month to refuel his car, depending on whether he charges at home or at public stations.

Finding parts to repair Teslas and other EVs can be a challenge. On Facebook and Telegram, groups like “Renault Zoe Club Ukraine” host thousands of EV owners who barter with each other for spare parts. Oleksandr Perepelitsa, a 25-year-old electric vehicle repairer in Kyiv, says that when he first began his work three years ago, he and his business partners would buy two wrecked Teslas from overseas to create a single working vehicle to sell to local Ukranians. “Even that was profitable for us,” he says. Now, business connections can send Tesla parts from the US or Europe, or repairers buy cheaper Chinese reproductions.

The success of Ukraine’s EV resurrection industry is the flip side of the failure of insurers and manufacturers in North America to figure out what to do when a shiny new EV becomes roadkill.

US insurers are more willing to write off vehicles of all kinds that in the past may have been fixed. New vehicle repairs have gotten more expensive, in part due to vehicles getting more complex and computerized, as well as a shortage of vehicle technicians. In the past decade, the damaged cars up for auction “are better and less damaged,” Copart CEO Jeff Liaw told investors on an earnings call this year.

Industry-wide data is hard to come by, but numerous sources suggest that EVs are more likely to be written off than gas-powered cars, and can be declared unfixable after even minor crashes. A Reuters analysis this year found that a “large portion” of damaged EVs sold for scrap were low-mileage, nearly-new vehicles. While one in 10 new cars sold in the US and Canada this year are forecasted to be electric, the infrastructure and expertise needed to assess and fix damaged EVs can be patchy. “In an ideal world, electric vehicles are as easy to repair as internal combustion engine vehicles,” says Mark Fry, research manager at Thatcham Research, which crunches auto market data for insurers and other clients. It recently found British EVs get written off at disproportionately high rates.

The main reason EV repairs are so tricky comes down to a lack of agreement on how to handle EV batteries after a crash. Worldwide, there is no industry standard for measuring battery health. Vehicle manufacturers sometimes refuse to sanction battery repairs because of liability concerns. “If you repair the battery, what's it going to be like after another two, three years and another 50,000 miles?” Fry says. It’s easier to let nearly new vehicles be declared dead than to find out.

The North American scrap industry is also somewhat leery of EVs, says Megan Slattery, a researcher at UC Davis who studies what happens to damaged EV batteries. Scrap businesses generally make money by taking cars apart to extract the most valuable widgets to resell. But dismantling a battery takes dedicated workers, equipment, and—most important of all—space, due to the fire risks of storing lithium-ion cells. Many mom-and-pop dismantlers don’t have any of that.

Plus, EVs tend to have simpler drivetrains, with more plastic and large, prefabricated body components that can’t be easily pulled apart. In some electric vehicles, the battery is built directly into the car’s structure, making it especially difficult to dismantle or repair. All of that means that exporters looking to sell to eager buyers abroad have less competition when bidding on totaled cars.

In the US, there’s increasing pressure to keep broken EVs from heading overseas. Regulators are concerned about safety, hoping to better track broken batteries through shipping channels as fears rise of fires sparked by used EVs, including on cargo ships. Another is to avoid dumping e-waste on countries without the means to recycle or repurpose, and instead keep the valuable minerals inside batteries local. Battery recycling startups have received vast amounts of private and public investment—both in Western Europe and the US, with funds from the Inflation Reduction Act—with a promise to help shore up raw material supply chains. But so far, they have received only a trickle of used batteries.

Policies that wind up choking off the export of EV wrecks would in some ways be a shame, Slattery says. More stringent European Union export rules for used cars and EV batteries in particular are one reason why the supply of Teslas to Eastern Europe is so dependent on North American wrecks. Without them, the electric revolution would be much less advanced in places like Ukraine, where US and Canadian write-offs have helped support the emergence of charger networks, trained repair specialists, and a wide familiarity and acceptance that electric propulsion is not just green but also practical.

In North America, there's a widespread belief that “people don't want electric vehicles and that it's just laws and regulations that push us to buy them,” says Melin, the used EV analyst. “There are other markets that want to have electrics.” It’s a testament to a system that is working, Melin adds, that used EVs end up in places like Ukraine, where new models are difficult to come by.

For Max in Vancouver, Betty White’s reappearance overseas did cause some headaches. The car was still logged into his Google, Netflix, and Spotify accounts, potentially allowing the new owners to access his personal data. When he asked Tesla support, he was advised to change his passwords, Max says. (Tesla did not respond to WIRED’s questions.)

But looking back on the crash, and now driving a new Model Y—named Black Betty—Max says his old car’s resurrection is the best possible outcome. “I’m happy to see that Betty White has lived to see another day,” he says.

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What is E-commerce Coding Bit IT Solution

E-commerce (Electronic Commerce) refers to the buying and selling of goods or services using the internet, as well as the transfer of money and data to execute these transactions.

While Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) in the 1960s laid the groundwork for digital commerce by allowing businesses to exchange documents electronically, the rise of the World Wide Web in the 1990s marked a significant turning point. This era saw the launch of online marketplaces and retail websites.

In 1995, Amazon started as an online bookstore but quickly expanded to become one of the largest online retailers in the world. Similarly, eBay, launched the same year, introduced a consumer-to-consumer marketplace that popularized online auctions.

Over time, e-commerce evolved to include:

Mobile commerce (m-commerce) via smartphones and tablets.

Social commerce, using social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook to facilitate purchases.

Subscription services, such as Netflix and Spotify.

Digital products, like e-books, software, and online courses.                📞 Phone Number: +91 9511803947       

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Digital Media Buying & Planning – Digitweets

Table of Contents

Introduction

What is Digital Media Buying?

Types of Media Buys: Direct vs Programmatic

What is Digital Media Planning?

Strategy is Key in Media Planning

Target Audience Identification

Key Components of a Successful Media Plan

SMART Goals

Platform Selection

Budget Allocation

Creative Assets

The Digitweets Advantage

Media Buying Channels

Programmatic Advertising Explained

Tools & Tech in Media Planning

Targeting & Retargeting Techniques

Important KPIs to Track

Common Mistakes in Media Buying

Case Study: Digitweets in Action

Future Trends in Media Buying

Tips for Small Businesses

Conclusion

FAQs

🌐 Introduction

In today’s fast-scrolling world, capturing attention is an art backed by strategy. That’s where digital media buying and planning plays a major role. It ensures your brand message reaches the right people at the right time. If you want measurable marketing success, partnering with a bold strategy is key—and that's exactly what Digitweets, the Top Digital Marketing Company in Vizag, delivers.

Ready to level up your campaigns? 👉 Explore Media Buying & Planning Services

📢 What is Digital Media Buying?

Digital media buying is the strategic process of purchasing ad space across platforms like Google, Facebook, and other high-traffic websites. The goal? Drive conversions by appearing exactly where your audience is active.

🧭 Types of Media Buys: Direct vs Programmatic

Direct Buying: Manual negotiation with publishers.

Programmatic Buying: Automated bidding in real-time using smart algorithms.

Real-Time Bidding (RTB) allows advertisers to bid for ad space as a user loads a page—winning that split-second auction means visibility.

🎯 What is Digital Media Planning?

Planning is all about setting the groundwork: Who do you want to reach? Where will your ad have the most impact? What platform will maximize engagement?

This is where Digitweets, the Top Digital Marketing Company in Vizag, shines—strategically planning your campaign to deliver real results.

🧠 Strategy is Key in Media Planning

Effective planning includes:

Audience research

Competitive analysis

Channel strategy

It's not about spending more—it's about spending smarter.

🎯 Target Audience Identification

Every successful campaign starts with knowing your ideal customer. Using behavioral, geographic, and demographic data, you can serve laser-focused ads for better engagement.

📋 Key Components of a Successful Media Plan

✅ SMART Goals

Keep them:

Specific

Measurable

Achievable

Realistic

Time-bound

💻 Platform Selection

Choose based on audience behavior—YouTube for visual storytelling, Google for high-intent searches, or Meta for engagement.

💰 Budget Allocation

Distribute wisely across awareness, traffic, and conversion phases.

🎨 Creative Assets

Banners, carousels, reels—variety grabs attention.

🚀 The Digitweets Advantage

Who Is Digitweets?

Digitweets is more than just an ad agency. As the Top Digital Marketing Company in Vizag, we combine analytics, creativity, and automation to deliver ROI-focused digital media strategies.

Services Include:

Programmatic Advertising

Google Ads & Meta Campaigns

Strategy & Planning

Full-Funnel Analytics

🚀 Ready to get started? 👉 Start Your Media Campaign Today

🌍 Media Buying Channels

Social Media Ads: Build engagement via Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn.

Search Engine Marketing (SEM): Be present when people are searching for your services.

Video & Display Ads: Boost brand awareness with eye-catching formats.

Influencer Marketing: Collaborate with digital personalities to build trust.

⚙️ Programmatic Advertising Explained

How It Works:

You provide budget + targeting → Software bids in real-time → Your ad is placed in milliseconds.

Why Use It?

Cost-efficient

Hyper-targeted

Instant optimization

Digitweets utilizes top tools like DV360 and The Trade Desk to manage campaigns effectively.

🧰 Tools & Tech in Media Planning

Google Ads Manager

Meta Business Suite

SEMrush

HubSpot

AI tools for performance tracking

Digitweets, the Top Digital Marketing Company in Vizag, integrates automation and analytics to streamline your campaigns.

🎯 Targeting & Retargeting

Behavioral Targeting: Based on user interests and actions

Geo-Targeting: Reach users in specific locations

Retargeting: Remind past visitors to return and convert

📈 KPIs to Track

Impressions

Click-Through Rate (CTR)

Conversions

Return on Ad Spend (ROAS)

Cost per Acquisition (CPA)

Campaigns without KPIs are like sailing without a compass.

🚫 Common Mistakes

Spending without clear goals

Poorly defined target audience

Ignoring performance data

Using outdated creatives

📊 Case Study: Digitweets in Action

One client from the retail space witnessed:

120% more traffic

3x engagement

2.5x increase in sales

All thanks to a focused strategy crafted by Digitweets—your Top Digital Marketing Company in Vizag.

👉 Let’s Build Your Winning Campaign

🔮 Future Trends in Media Buying

AI-generated ads

Augmented Reality marketing

Personalized campaigns

Voice-search optimization

Ethical, eco-friendly messaging

💼 Small Business Tips

Start small, test frequently

Use free tools for learning

Focus on local SEO + geo-targeted ads

Partner with experts like Digitweets for hands-on support

🏁 Conclusion

Digital media buying and planning are must-haves for modern marketing success. Whether you’re a startup or a large enterprise, having a structured approach to ad placement pays off. And when you work with the Top Digital Marketing Company in Vizag, you’re not just advertising—you’re building measurable success.

❓ FAQs

1. What’s the difference between media planning and buying?

Planning involves strategizing where and how to advertise. Buying is the execution of that plan through actual ad purchases.

2. Is it expensive to run digital campaigns?

Not necessarily. Start small, monitor performance, and scale smartly.

3. Can small businesses benefit from programmatic ads?

Yes! Programmatic ensures cost-efficient, data-driven targeting—even with modest budgets.

4. What makes Digitweets stand out?

Digitweets combines strategy, creative, and automation to deliver campaigns that convert—making it the Top Digital Marketing Company in Vizag.

5. Where do I begin?

👉 Visit our Media Buying & Planning Page to get started with expert-led growth.

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Unveiling the Hidden Threat: Why Your Business Needs Dark Web Intelligence

In today's hyper-connected digital landscape, data breaches are no longer a rare occurrence; they're a persistent threat. From customer records to proprietary data, your organization’s valuable assets may already be circulating in hidden corners of the internet without your knowledge. This is where dark web intelligence becomes crucial.

Understanding the ecosystem of cybercrime hidden within anonymous networks like Tor and I2P gives businesses an edge in defending themselves. In this blog, we’ll explore how organizations can benefit from monitoring these underground spaces and how actionable intelligence from the dark web can help mitigate potential damage before it’s too late.

What Is the Dark Web?

The internet is often categorized into three layers:

Surface Web: Public-facing websites indexed by search engines.

Deep Web: Data behind paywalls or logins, like academic databases or online banking.

Dark Web: A concealed section of the internet accessible only through specialized browsers like Tor. It's intentionally hidden to preserve anonymity.

While the dark web has legitimate uses, it also harbors marketplaces where stolen data, malware, illegal substances, and services are traded. For cybersecurity professionals, this environment is both a challenge and a valuable source of threat intelligence.

The Role of Dark Web Intelligence in Cybersecurity

The dark web is more than just a haven for illegal trade—it's a source of early warning for businesses. Cybercriminals often discuss, sell, or leak sensitive data long before it's discovered through traditional channels.

By gaining insight into these activities, security teams can:

Detect potential breaches early

Understand threat actor behavior

Prevent future attacks by closing vulnerabilities

A darkweb report enables companies to visualize their digital footprint across the dark web, highlighting data exposure that may otherwise go unnoticed.

Key Risks Lurking in the Dark Corners of the Internet

For organizations, the threats aren’t just theoretical. Common risks include:

Stolen Credentials: Usernames and passwords obtained through phishing or malware.

Sensitive Documents: Contracts, blueprints, and financial reports being sold.

Customer Data Leaks: Email addresses, phone numbers, and credit card details.

Executive Targeting: High-level staff names and emails shared for phishing.

Supply Chain Breaches: Vendors or partners compromised, exposing your data indirectly.

Understanding what types of data are valuable on the dark web helps organizations better protect themselves.

Why Monitoring the Dark Web Matters

Traditional cybersecurity solutions—like firewalls, antivirus software, and SIEMs—focus on internal networks. But external threats often manifest before they reach your systems.

By monitoring underground forums, marketplaces, and leak sites, organizations gain:

Early breach detection

Faster incident response

Improved risk management

Better compliance with data protection laws

The earlier you detect leaked data, the quicker you can contain the damage.

How Dark Web Surveillance Works

Dark Web Surveillance involves continuously scanning hidden parts of the internet for signs of a company’s data. This includes:

Hacker forums

Marketplace listings

Paste sites like Pastebin

Messaging channels like Telegram

Auction or bidding platforms for exploits

Using automated tools and human analysts, surveillance identifies mentions of email domains, usernames, IP addresses, and brand references.

This data is then filtered and analyzed to assess the level of risk, urgency, and required actions.

What Dark Web Insights Reveal About Your Business

Dark Web Insights refer to the trends, patterns, and contextual intelligence gathered from dark web monitoring. These insights allow organizations to:

Discover recurring mentions of their brand

Track the resale of stolen credentials

Uncover phishing kits impersonating their brand

Monitor chatter around potential future attacks

In some cases, insights also help identify insider threats or detect when an employee's personal credentials have been compromised.

The Cost of Dark Web Exposure

The financial, reputational, and regulatory consequences of cyber incidents are severe. If your data ends up for sale or discussion on the dark web, you may suffer from:

Brand Damage: Customers lose trust in your ability to protect them.

Legal Liability: You may face lawsuits or fines from regulatory bodies.

Financial Losses: Cybercriminals can use exposed credentials to commit fraud or sell access to competitors.

Operational Disruption: Ransomware and extortion are often coordinated via dark web channels.

Dark Web Exposure is not just about leaked data; it’s about losing control of your digital identity.

How to Choose a Monitoring Solution

When evaluating dark web monitoring tools, consider these key features:

Real-Time Monitoring

The dark web moves fast. Timely alerts ensure your team stays ahead.

Comprehensive Coverage

Ensure the platform scans forums, private chats, ransomware leak sites, and black markets.

Custom Alerting

Receive alerts specific to your organization’s domains, executives, or project names.

Analyst Support

Automated tools are great, but human analysts add essential context and validation.

Integration Capabilities

Look for compatibility with your existing security operations center (SOC) or SIEM.

Remember, it’s not just about collecting data—it’s about turning it into actionable intelligence.

What Sets DeXpose Apart

At DeXpose, we go beyond the standard approach to cybersecurity. Our mission is to empower businesses with real-time, precise intelligence from the darkest corners of the internet.

Here’s what you get with DeXpose:

Customized Monitoring Profiles: Tailored to your business structure, domains, and employee email addresses.

Human-Curated Reports: Context matters. Our team of analysts reviews findings to ensure you receive only credible, actionable data.

Immediate Threat Alerts: Know when your data is exposed so you can act immediately.

Integrated Security Support: Our insights can be plugged into your SIEM, SOC, or incident response systems.

Whether you’re a startup, financial institution, or government agency, we tailor our solutions to your size, industry, and threat profile.

Final Thoughts

The hidden layers of the internet pose a growing threat to businesses of all sizes. By the time a data breach becomes public, the damage may already be done. That’s why organizations must invest in proactive threat intelligence from the dark web.

A darkweb report doesn’t just offer a snapshot of current risks—it acts as a compass, guiding your cybersecurity efforts in the right direction. Combined with tools that deliver Dark Web Surveillance, insights, and alert systems, businesses can move from a reactive to a proactive security model.

DeXpose is here to help illuminate the dark and bring critical intelligence into the light. Contact us today to learn how our dark web monitoring solutions can help secure your digital future.

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Programmatic Advertising Explained: The Future of Digital Ads

Digital advertising has undergone massive transformation over the past decade—and at the heart of this revolution is programmatic advertising. Whether you’re a marketer trying to stretch your ad budget or a brand looking to reach niche audiences with laser precision, understanding programmatic advertising is no longer optional. It’s the future, and frankly, it’s already here

Let’s break it all down, from the basics to the nuts and bolts, so by the end of this guide, you’ll be equipped with everything you need to navigate the ever-evolving world of digital advertising.

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What is Programmatic Advertising?

Definition and Overview

Programmatic advertising is the automated buying and selling of digital ad space in real time using software, algorithms, and data. Unlike traditional ad buying, which often involves manual negotiations, insertion orders, and time-consuming processes, programmatic does it all in milliseconds.

Imagine this: you visit a website, and within a fraction of a second, an auction is held behind the scenes to determine which ad to show you. The winner? The ad that pays the most and best matches your interests. All of this happens faster than a blink—and that’s the magic of programmatic.

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It’s not just about speed; it’s about precision. Programmatic advertising uses data—like your browsing behavior, location, device type, and more—to serve the most relevant ads possible. This leads to better user experiences and higher return on ad spend (ROAS) for advertisers.

How It Differs from Traditional Advertising

Traditional advertising often relies on buying impressions in bulk from publishers and networks. You might agree to run banner ads on a specific site for a week, regardless of who visits that site. It’s like buying a billboard on a highway—you get exposure, but not necessarily to the right people.

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Programmatic flips that model. Instead of buying ad space, you’re buying audiences. You’re targeting users based on who they are, what they do online, and what they’re likely to be interested in. Think of it as upgrading from a shotgun approach to a sniper rifle—more accurate, efficient, and effective.

Also, the manual back-and-forth is virtually eliminated. No more negotiating over email, waiting on approvals, or relying on gut feelings. Everything is handled by smart algorithms and real-time bidding systems.

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The Evolution of Digital Advertising

From Manual Buying to Automation

Once upon a time, digital ad buying was a painfully manual process. Agencies would contact publishers directly, negotiate rates, and send insertion orders. Ad creatives were uploaded manually, and performance was monitored with rudimentary analytics tools.

This approach was not only time-consuming but also incredibly inefficient. If an ad wasn’t performing well, making changes could take days or even weeks.

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Enter programmatic advertising.

Programmatic replaced all that red tape with automation. Suddenly, advertisers could target users in real time and adjust their campaigns on the fly. Machine learning and AI brought intelligence to the process, helping advertisers predict which users were most likely to convert.

It’s like going from using a rotary phone to having a smartphone in your pocket that not only makes calls but also reads your mind.

Milestones in Programmatic Development

The rise of programmatic didn’t happen overnight. Here are a few major milestones that shaped its journey:

2007–2010: The launch of real-time bidding (RTB) transformed the industry. For the first time, ads could be bought in real time via auction.

2012: Facebook introduced FBX (Facebook Exchange), allowing advertisers to retarget users with RTB ads. This gave programmatic a massive push.

2014–2016: Mobile programmatic and video programmatic began to take off, allowing advertisers to target users across devices and formats.

Today: Programmatic now includes audio, connected TV (CTV), and even out-of-home digital displays, making it a truly omnichannel powerhouse.

We’re now in an era where nearly 90% of all digital display ads in the U.S. are bought programmatically—and the trend shows no sign of slowing down.

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How Programmatic Advertising Works

Real-Time Bidding (RTB)

RTB is the beating heart of programmatic advertising. It’s the auction process where ad impressions are bought and sold in real time. Here’s how it works in simple terms:

A user visits a website.

The website sends a signal to an ad exchange saying, “Hey, I’ve got a spot available—who wants it?”

Advertisers bid on the impression, factoring in the user’s data.

The highest bidder wins, and their ad is instantly displayed on the site.

This whole process takes less than 100 milliseconds.

RTB allows advertisers to be hyper-targeted with their budgets. No more wasting money on irrelevant users. Plus, it ensures publishers get the best price for their inventory.

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Programmatic Direct and PMP

Not every programmatic deal happens via auction. There are two other popular models:

Programmatic Direct: This is when advertisers buy guaranteed ad space from publishers, but still use automation for efficiency. Think of it as a private handshake, digitally executed.

Private Marketplaces (PMPs): These are invite-only auctions where premium publishers offer inventory to select advertisers. It’s like being on the VIP list for exclusive inventory.

These models combine the best of both worlds: the targeting and efficiency of programmatic, with the control and quality of traditional direct buys.

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The Role of DSPs and SSPs

To make programmatic work, you need a few key players:

Demand-Side Platforms (DSPs): These are the tools advertisers use to buy ad space across multiple exchanges. They handle bidding, targeting, and optimization.

Supply-Side Platforms (SSPs): These are what publishers use to manage and sell their available ad inventory. SSPs help maximize revenue by connecting publishers with multiple buyers.

These platforms communicate through ad exchanges, where the actual buying and selling happens.

Key Components of the Programmatic Ecosystem

Data Management Platforms (DMPs)

Data is the fuel that powers programmatic. DMPs collect, organize, and analyze user data from various sources—think website behavior, CRM systems, third-party cookies, and more.

With a DMP, advertisers can build rich audience profiles and create segments based on demographics, interests, behaviors, and purchase intent.

Want to target women aged 25–34 who recently searched for yoga mats? A DMP can help you do just that.

DMPs also play a crucial role in retargeting—serving ads to users who have previously interacted with your brand but haven’t yet converted.

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What is a Trading Account in Easy Chit A Beginner's Guide

In the world of finance and investments, trading accounts play a crucial role. But when it comes to chit fund companies like Easy Chit, many people wonder what exactly a trading account means in that context. Is it the same as a stock market trading account, or is it something different? In this simple guide, we’ll explain what a trading account means in Easy Chit, why it matters, and how subscribers can use it to their benefit.

Whether you are new to chit funds or trying to understand how technology is making chit management easier, this article is designed for you. So let’s break it down in plain language.

What is a Trading Account in Easy Chit?

In Easy Chit or any digital chit fund platform, a trading account is slightly different from a stock market trading account. In this context, a trading account is more like a member account where subscribers can participate in chit auctions, track their payments, and manage their subscription activities.

You can think of it as your personal dashboard on the Easy Chit app or website. It gives you access to all your transactions, upcoming payments, bid history, and earnings if you win a chit.

So in simple words: A trading account in Easy Chit helps subscribers manage their chit      fund activities digitally, with full transparency and control.

Benefits of a Trading Account in Easy Chit

Using a digital platform like Easy Chit makes chit fund operations smoother for both subscribers and organizers. Here are the key benefits:

Track all payments in one place

Receive updates on auction dates and results

Participate in auctions online

Check balance and dues anytime

Download receipts and account statements

Everything is paperless and accessible on your phone or computer.

How Does It Work?

Create Your Account: First, the subscriber signs up on Easy Chit with basic details like mobile number, KYC documents, and bank details.

Subscribe to a Chit: Choose a chit group based on value, duration, and monthly contribution.

Participate in Auctions: Once you are part of a group, you can bid during auctions through your trading account.

View Statements: Your account will show a real-time summary of bids, payments, and balance.

Just like stock market investors track shares, chit subscribers can track their chit performance using their trading account.

The Rise of Digital Tools for Subscribers

As chit funds go digital, mobile apps and subscriber software are becoming essential. Many chit companies are now partnering with subscriber application providers in Chennai, who build reliable platforms for chit management. These platforms allow companies to manage user data, auctions, collections, and payouts securely.

For example, if you're a chit fund user in Tamil Nadu, you can now access services like:

Mobile app for subscribers in Coimbatore that lets you receive alerts, join chit auctions, and download reports on your smartphone.

Trusted subscriber application providers in Kanchipuram are helping local chit companies manage everything digitally without paperwork.

This digital shift is not only helping companies run better but also giving more power to subscribers through trading accounts that are transparent, secure, and easy to use.

Key Features in an Easy Chit Trading Account

Let’s look at some of the features you get when you open a trading account in a digital chit system:

Digital Auctions: Bid directly from your dashboard or app.

SMS & App Alerts: Get notified of upcoming auctions or due payments.

Auto-Pay Options: Set up recurring payments so you never miss a due date.

E-KYC & E-Signatures: Complete registration without visiting an office.

Customer Support: Contact helpdesk right through the app.

These features are especially useful for working professionals, homemakers, or small business owners who don't have time to visit chit offices regularly.

Is It Safe to Use a Digital Trading Account for Chits?

Yes, modern chit platforms like Easy Chit use secure servers, OTP verification, and bank-grade encryption to protect your information. Just like online banking, digital chit accounts are safe if you use strong passwords and avoid sharing your login details.

Always make sure the chit company is registered under the Chit Funds Act and uses verified digital partners for managing its platform.

Conclusion

A trading account in Easy Chit is not about buying stocks — it’s about managing your chit fund investments smartly and digitally. Thanks to modern tools, subscribers now have more control, convenience, and transparency than ever before.

Whether you are in Chennai, Coimbatore, or Kanchipuram, digital chit fund platforms and mobile apps are changing the way people invest and save through chits. With your trading account, you can stay updated, participate in auctions, and track your money all in one place.

So, if you are a chit fund subscriber, opening a trading account on Easy Chit is a smart move — simple, secure, and efficient.

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Best Car Auction Sites To Build Your Ultimate Platform

Online car auction services are gaining traction among buyers and sellers as the automotive industry evolves. Best Car Auction Sites and best auction sites for cars offer unique benefits and features. These platforms provide a vast selection of affordable new and used vehicles, allowing users to filter by model and manufacturer to find precisely what they need. While all car auction websites may appear similar, their varied advantages set them apart, making it easier to connect with the right audience and secure the best deals.

We’ll walk you through the top car auction websites in this post, emphasizing their unique selling points and giving you useful information to help you choose the finest online car auctions for your requirements. It is important to look out for the best auctioneer software to build the best car website. There are several alternatives available if you wish to purchase an automobile.

The 10 Best Car Auction Sites

You can place an online bid using a reliable source, visit an existing auction, or visit a local dealer. With so many options available online, you need to exercise caution when selecting a provider to avoid falling victim to fraud. For your convenience, we have included the top websites for online vehicle auctions.

Here Are the Best Car Auction Sites

1. ADESA In addition to the several live auctions held by ADESA, there is a useful online platform. Bids on automobiles are accepted worldwide. Users can also use other services, including finance, title assistance, and inspections.

With ADESA, you may purchase vehicles from national banks, fleet providers, auto dealers, and rental car companies, giving you access to the greatest choices. The company takes great satisfaction in having the highest number of low-mileage, one-owner vehicles. It might be the ideal location to locate secondhand cars of excellent quality.

Through ADESA, buyers can access a wide variety of online auto auctions domestically and internationally. Dealer consignments, off-lease cars, and fleet cars make up the majority of their products; salvaged cars don’t have their official market, but they do occasionally show up in the listings.

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What is the difference between programmatic direct and RTB?

In the evolving landscape of digital advertising, understanding the nuances between different buying methods is crucial. Two prominent methods are Programmatic Direct and Real-Time Bidding (RTB). While both fall under the umbrella of programmatic advertising, they differ significantly in execution, control, and outcomes.

Understanding Programmatic Advertising

Programmatic advertising refers to the automated buying and selling of online ad space. It utilizes software and algorithms to purchase digital advertising, streamlining the process and allowing for real-time adjustments.

What is Programmatic Direct?

Programmatic Direct involves a one-to-one relationship between the advertiser and publisher. Deals are negotiated directly, often involving fixed pricing and guaranteed ad placements. This method offers greater control over where and how ads appear.

Key Features:

Guaranteed Inventory: Advertisers secure specific ad placements in advance.

Fixed Pricing: Prices are agreed upon beforehand, eliminating bidding wars.

Enhanced Control: Advertisers have more say over ad placement and audience targeting.

What is Real-Time Bidding (RTB)?

RTB is an auction-based system where ad impressions are bought and sold in real-time. When a user visits a website, information about the page and the user is sent to an ad exchange, where advertisers bid to display their ads. The highest bidder wins the impression.

Key Features:

Dynamic Pricing: Prices fluctuate based on demand and competition.

Broad Reach: Access to a vast array of ad inventory across multiple publishers.

Real-Time Optimization: Campaigns can be adjusted on-the-fly based on performance data.

Choosing the Right Method

Programmatic Direct is ideal for advertisers seeking brand safety, premium inventory, and predictable outcomes.

RTB suits advertisers focused on performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.

Conclusion

Both Programmatic Direct and RTB offer unique advantages. The choice between them depends on campaign goals, budget, and desired control. Understanding their differences enables advertisers to craft more effective and strategic advertising plans.

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Where to Find the Best Deals on a BYD Used Car for Sale

As the electric vehicle (EV) revolution continues to reshape the automotive landscape, Chinese carmakers have emerged as key players in delivering affordable and innovative options. One standout brand is BYD (Build Your Dreams), a global leader in EV manufacturing. Whether you're looking for a reliable BYD used car for sale or eyeing the latest new Chinese electric car SUV, understanding where to shop and what to look for can help you secure the best deal.

Why Choose a BYD Used Car?

Before diving into where to find the best offers, it's worth noting why BYD used cars are increasingly in demand. BYD vehicles are known for their durability, efficient electric powertrains, and high-tech features—often at a lower cost than Western counterparts. For many buyers, a BYD used car for sale offers excellent value without compromising on quality or innovation.

Whether it's the compact BYD Dolphin, the luxurious Han EV, or the family-friendly Tang SUV, these vehicles have made their mark globally. As the demand for affordable EVs increases, the used car market for BYD models continues to thrive.

Where to Find the Best Deals

Finding the best deals on a BYD used car for sale involves a bit of research, but the payoff is worth it. Here are some of the most reliable channels to explore:

1. Online Export Platforms Specializing in Chinese EVs

One of the most effective ways to find a BYD used car for sale is through online platforms that specialize in Chinese EV exports. Sites like eAutoFromChina.com offer a curated selection of new and used electric vehicles, including BYD models. These platforms often provide factory-direct pricing, verified seller profiles, and support for international shipping—perfect for overseas buyers.

Such platforms also showcase the latest new Chinese electric car SUV models, which gives you the option to compare new vs. used vehicles within the same ecosystem.

2. Local Dealerships and Importers

In many regions, local importers have begun stocking BYD vehicles due to growing demand. These dealerships often carry both new Chinese electric car SUV models and used BYD cars, giving you hands-on access to test drive and inspect the vehicles before purchase. While prices may be slightly higher than direct imports, the advantage is after-sales service and faster delivery.

Check if the dealership offers certified pre-owned BYD cars, as these typically come with a warranty and have undergone thorough inspections.

3. EV-Specific Marketplaces

Online automotive marketplaces like EV-centric classified websites are another great place to search for a BYD used car for sale. These platforms cater specifically to electric vehicles and often list cars from private sellers, dealers, and importers. The listings typically include detailed photos, battery health reports, and vehicle history—critical information when buying a used EV.

When browsing these platforms, be sure to compare different listings and check for indicators like battery degradation and software version, especially if you’re looking at older models.

4. Wholesale EV Auctions

If you're buying for a business or looking to purchase multiple vehicles, wholesale EV auctions are worth considering. Many auction platforms feature bulk listings of new Chinese electric car SUV models and used BYD vehicles sourced directly from Chinese fleets or leasing companies. While this route often requires a dealer’s license or working with a broker, it can yield excellent prices per unit.

5. Social Media and EV Forums

Don’t underestimate the power of EV communities. Facebook groups, Reddit forums, and platforms like WeChat (for Chinese-based listings) can be goldmines for deals. Buyers and sellers frequently post listings for BYD used cars for sale, often at competitive prices. These communities are also great for getting feedback from real users on performance, maintenance, and resale value.

Tips for Getting the Best Deal

Once you’ve found a promising BYD used car for sale, keep the following tips in mind:

Verify Vehicle History: Always ask for service records, accident reports, and battery performance stats.

Check Import Regulations: Ensure you understand your country’s import duties and EV regulations before making a purchase.

Compare with New Models: Sometimes, the price difference between a used car and a new Chinese electric car SUV may not be substantial—especially when incentives or bulk deals are available.

Inspect Battery Health: Battery performance is key in any EV. Ask for a battery report or have a professional evaluation done if possible.

Negotiate: There’s often room to negotiate with direct sellers or platforms. Don’t be afraid to ask for discounts, especially when buying in bulk or during slower seasons.

Final Thoughts

The rise of Chinese EV brands like BYD has opened up new possibilities for affordable, high-performance electric transportation. Whether you're an eco-conscious individual or a fleet operator, finding the best BYD used car for sale is a smart investment.

With a little research and the right sourcing channel, you can drive away with a vehicle that offers both innovation and value. And if you're tempted by the newest tech on the market, don't forget to explore the growing lineup of new Chinese electric car SUV options—where style, sustainability, and savings meet.

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How a Programmatic Advertising Company Boosts ROI

Introduction

In today's competitive digital landscape, businesses are constantly searching for innovative ways to maximize their return on investment (ROI) from advertising campaigns. A programmatic advertising company plays a crucial role in achieving this goal by automating the ad-buying process, ensuring precise audience targeting, and optimizing ad placements in real time. But how exactly does programmatic advertising work, and why is it a game-changer for digital marketers? This article explores how businesses can leverage a digital advertising company specializing in programmatic strategies to boost their advertising ROI.

What is Programmatic Advertising?

Programmatic advertising is an automated method of buying and selling ad space in real time, using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Unlike traditional advertising, which relies on human negotiations and manual placements, programmatic advertising leverages data-driven algorithms to optimize campaigns.

With programmatic advertising, businesses can reach their target audience across multiple platforms, including websites, mobile apps, and connected TVs, without wasting resources on ineffective placements.

How a Programmatic Advertising Company Works

A programmatic advertising company uses sophisticated software and algorithms to automate ad purchases, making campaigns more efficient and cost-effective. Here’s how it works:

Real-Time Bidding (RTB): Advertisers bid for ad space in milliseconds, ensuring ads appear in front of the right audience at the right time.

Audience Targeting: AI-driven data analysis helps identify user behaviors, interests, and demographics, ensuring precise targeting.

Automated Ad Placement: Ads are delivered across various platforms, optimizing performance based on engagement metrics.

Key Benefits of Hiring a Programmatic Advertising Company

Partnering with a programmatic advertising company offers several advantages, including:

✔ Enhanced Targeting: Advanced data analysis ensures ads are shown to the right audience based on browsing habits and demographics.

✔ Cost Efficiency: Automated bidding prevents overspending and ensures businesses get the best ad placements for their budget.

✔ Real-Time Optimization: AI continuously monitors and adjusts campaigns to improve performance.

✔ Scalability: Businesses can expand their reach by automatically adjusting campaigns to fit their marketing goals.

How Programmatic Advertising Maximizes ROI

One of the biggest advantages of programmatic advertising is its ability to drive higher ROI. Here’s how:

🔹 AI and Machine Learning Optimization: Algorithms analyze data and make instant adjustments, improving ad relevance and engagement.

🔹 Data-Driven Decisions: Businesses can refine their strategies based on real-time performance insights.

🔹 Reduced Ad Waste: Programmatic technology eliminates unnecessary spending on irrelevant audiences.

Types of Programmatic Advertising

Understanding different types of programmatic advertising helps businesses choose the right strategy:

✅ Real-Time Bidding (RTB): The most common method, where advertisers compete in real-time auctions for ad space.

✅ Private Marketplace (PMP): A more exclusive auction where premium advertisers bid on high-quality ad placements.

✅ Programmatic Direct: Ads are bought directly from publishers without an auction, ensuring guaranteed placements.

How a Digital Advertising Company Enhances Programmatic Campaigns

A digital advertising company integrates programmatic advertising with other marketing strategies to boost overall performance. This includes:

📌 Omnichannel Advertising: Coordinating programmatic ads with social media, search engine marketing, and influencer campaigns.

📌 Creative Optimization: Ensuring visually appealing and engaging ads to maximize conversions.

📌 Performance Analysis: Providing insights into campaign effectiveness and making data-driven improvements.

Best Practices for Effective Programmatic Advertising

For businesses looking to maximize their programmatic advertising efforts, these best practices are essential:

✔ Segment Audiences: Use behavioral data to create highly targeted campaigns.

✔ Prevent Ad Fraud: Work with reliable partners to avoid bot-generated impressions.

✔ Optimize Creatives: Ensure ads are engaging, relevant, and mobile-friendly.

✔ Monitor Performance Metrics: Regularly track engagement rates and adjust strategies accordingly.

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Programmatic Advertising

While programmatic advertising offers great benefits, common mistakes can reduce its effectiveness:

❌ Poor Targeting: Failing to define a clear audience results in wasted ad spend.

❌ Budget Misallocation: Overspending on low-converting platforms reduces ROI.

❌ Over-Reliance on Automation: While automation is powerful, human oversight is still necessary to fine-tune campaigns.

Future Trends in Programmatic Advertising

As technology evolves, new trends are shaping the future of programmatic advertising:

🚀 AI-Driven Personalization: AI will create hyper-personalized ads based on user preferences.

📺 Connected TV (CTV) Advertising: More brands will invest in programmatic CTV ads for better audience engagement.

🌍 Privacy-Focused Targeting: Stricter data regulations will lead to innovative ways of targeting without relying on third-party cookies.

Conclusion

A programmatic advertising company is essential for businesses looking to enhance their digital marketing efforts and improve their advertising ROI. By leveraging automation, AI-driven optimization, and data insights, programmatic advertising ensures ads reach the right audience efficiently. Whether you partner with a digital advertising company or build an in-house team, implementing a strong programmatic strategy will set your brand up for success in today’s fast-paced digital world.

Final Call to Action

🚀 Ready to scale your advertising efforts? Partner with a programmatic advertising company today and watch your ROI soar!