Observed Signal · Oct 9, 2026 · Market Signal · Source: Kochava · Impact: 2/5
Kochava Product & Partnership Updates Bulletin: Q3 2026
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ChatGPT Ads Adds Conversion Bidding and Measurement
ChatGPT Ads rolled out new performance-focused features including conversion-optimized cost-per-click (oCPC) campaigns, mobile measurement integrations with AppsFlyer and Adjust, and improved budget and campaign management tools. Budgets will be managed using a rolling seven-day average with automatic pacing, and advertisers gain Automatic Advanced Matching using hashed customer data for better website conversion attribution. The Ads API now supports asynchronous bulk creation and updates for campaigns, ad groups, and ads, and geographic exclusions and updated product cards (with pricing and star ratings) are being added. The release emphasizes foundational capabilities—conversion optimization, attribution, and scalable campaign operations—making ChatGPT Ads more competitive with established self-serve platforms like Google Ads and Meta Ads.
ChatGPT Ads Set New Rules for Campaign Planning via JOM
OpenAI expanded ChatGPT Ads to 31 European markets in late August, followed by self-service access via Ads Manager. The media agency JOM analyzes the channel and recommends campaigns built around specific research, comparison, and decision contexts. Key planning element: 'Context Hints' – semantic descriptors of product benefits, target users, and relevant situations, which do not require exact keyword match. JOM advises structuring tests with 5-10 distinct decision contexts per test, with matching creatives and landing pages. Relevance-weighted second-price auction considers context, hints, ad, landing page, and bid. Available campaign types: CPM, CPC, and oCPC with pixel or CAPI tracking. Reporting is aggregated, excluding prompts and chat logs. Meanwhile, Criteo offers ChatGPT Ads in Germany and 30 other European markets, reporting 2,000+ brands using its platform, with higher click and conversion rates.
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