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TeqBlaze Joins AgenticAdvertising.org to Boost Sell-Side Agentic Ads

TeqBlaze, an independent ad tech vendor, has joined AgenticAdvertising.org (AAO), the nonprofit trade organization behind the Ad Context Protocol (AdCP) for agentic advertising. Since earlier this year, TeqBlaze has been testing AdCP through its Sales Agent MVP, a free environment for publishers and SSPs. The agent allows sellers to add inventory via a simple interface or TeqMate AI prompt, receive requests from buyer agents, and approve or reject deals, with human sign-off required before rendering and invoicing. This membership provides TeqBlaze with access to AAO's working groups and governance. The move underscores the industry's shift toward agent-to-agent selling. TeqBlaze, which joined IAB Tech Lab in 2024, also participates in its Agentic Advertising Management Protocols (AAMP) and ARTF efforts, highlighting the need for interoperability across parallel protocol initiatives.

• TeqBlaze joined AgenticAdvertising.org (AAO), the nonprofit behind the Ad Context Protocol (AdCP).
• TeqBlaze has been testing AdCP since earlier this year via a free Sales Agent MVP for publishers and SSPs.
• The Sales Agent MVP requires human approval for each deal before proceeding.

MiQ listed in State of Streaming directory

State of Streaming hosts a directory page for MiQ that contains minimal information: a link to MiQ's corporate website and a note that there is currently no editorial coverage for the company. The page is part of State of Streaming's wider site (© 2026) and includes links to site resources and related streaming-advertising content, plus a downloadable 2026 Advertiser's Guide to Streaming TV.

• MiQ appears as an entry in the State of Streaming directory.
• The directory entry lists MiQ's website as https://wearemiq.com/.
• The page explicitly states: 'No coverage yet for MiQ.'

Making the industry better: we put MiQ Sigma to the test

Making the industry better: we put MiQ Sigma to the test

10-Q Financial Filing Analysis for NielsenIQ (2026-08-10)

NIQ Global Intelligence plc reported its financial results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2026. For Q2 2026, consolidated revenue increased 8.0% year-over-year to $1,124.2 million, driven by solid demand across both Intelligence ($905.3 million) and Activation ($218.9 million) solutions and broad geographic growth across the Americas and EMEA. Operating income rose 65.7% to $65.3 million, supported by operating discipline and restructuring initiatives under the 2026 Program, while net loss narrowed to $(28.2) million compared to $(0.8) million in Q2 2025 primarily due to foreign exchange differences and income tax provisions. Interest expense decreased significantly from $95.2 million to $55.1 million following debt repayments funded by the July 2025 IPO proceeds and subsequent debt refinancings.

• Q2 2026 total revenue reached $1,124.2 million, an 8.0% YoY increase (5.8% organic constant currency growth), with six-month revenue reaching $2,196.9 million.
• Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2026 grew 21.9% YoY to $261.9 million, expanding Adjusted EBITDA margin by 270 basis points to 23.3%.
• Net cash provided by operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2026 improved to $76.5 million from $(162.2) million in the prior-year period.

NIQ Brings New AI and Automation Capabilities to Retail Space Planning and Merchandising

NIQ announced new AI and automation capabilities for retail space planning and merchandising, published on October 2, 2026.

NIQ Expands Google Relationship with Meridian Integration into NIQ Cadence

NIQ announces expansion of its Google relationship with the integration of Meridian into NIQ Cadence, as featured in a new press release dated 30 September 2026.