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The Quiet Power of a Positive Outlook
Uncertainty no longer knocks—it lives with us. It sits in our newsfeeds, our plans, our silences. The world feels like it’s constantly shifting under our feet, and some days it’s hard to tell what will change next, or how. Yet, somewhere in all this noise, there is still a whisper worth listening to: we remain in charge of how we see the world. By Luis Miguel Messianu
AI, unemployment, and the paradox of progress
The belief that technology will turn a few solipsistic individuals into money-hoarding multitasking renaissance men and women with multiple abilities, while putting millions out to pasture in the process, has been disproven by history once and again. By Gonzalo López Martí
Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS ) Readies A Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing
Spanish Broadcasting System — the company founded in 1983 by Raúl Alarcón Jr. — has moved forward with a restructuring support agreement that sees it intend “to commence voluntary Chapter 11 cases” under U.S. bankruptcy code in a Delaware court.
Northgate González Market launches “FAMILIA FÚTBOL”
Northgate González Market is betting on something no brand can buy for the World Cup: CULTURE. With Familia Fútbol, the Southern California grocery chain is launching a fully integrated campaign built not on sponsorship rights, but on nearly five decades of connection with Latino families and fútbol fans. The campaign debuts April 8 across broadcast, streaming, and digital channels with activations running through the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026.
Great American Media partners with Minivela to develop and distribute micro-drama slate for U.S. Hispanic and Latin American Audiences
Great American Media announced a micro drama development, distribution, and marketing partnership with Minivela, the first vertical shorts platform created specifically for U.S. Hispanic and Latin American audiences. The alliance will power the launch and expansion of Pure Flix Familia, a new Spanish-language and bilingual destination dedicated to faith- and family-centered storytelling, set to debut later this year.
What’s Broken in Hispanic/Latino Research and What It’s Costing Brands
Hispanic/Latino consumers are driving U.S. growth, but many research systems still flatten their complexity. Here’s where that breaks down and what that costs brands. By Marta Villanueva - President and Founder at NuThinking, Inc.
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- The Quiet Power of a Positive Outlook
- AI, unemployment, and the paradox of progress
- Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS ) Readies A Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing
- Northgate González Market launches “FAMILIA FÚTBOL”
- Great American Media partners with Minivela to develop and distribute micro-drama slate for U.S. Hispanic and Latin American Audiences
- What’s Broken in Hispanic/Latino Research and What It’s Costing Brands
- Missing Latino Culture Is Missing the Market
- Sigma Audio Networks expands National Platform with Don Cheto and HOT 97 Mornings with Mero
- National Pork Board enlists actor Paulina Chávez to Celebrate Pork’s Flavor, Cultural Roots Amongst Hispanic Gen Z, Millennials
- FOR THE CULTURE: How Multicultural Gen Z Creators Are Shaping Brand Narratives. [REPORT] – PART 5
- Estamos Bien to Somos America: How Bad Bunny Elevated Culture as a Channel at the Halftime Show. [INFOGRAPHIC]
- BeautifulBeast strengthens account leadership with Melisenda Barajas as Group Account Director
- TelevisaUnivision and Nielsen agree to New Media Intelligence Deal Covering Streaming, National and Local TV, and Radio
- 2025 Hispanic Market Thought Leaders – Available for DOWNLOAD for FREE
- 2025 Hispanic Content Report – Available for download for FREE
- The HMC 2025 Hispanic Market Guide challenges marketers to follow the growth and prioritize cultural COMPETENCY for brand success [DOWNLOAD for FREE]
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2025 Hispanic TV Programming Report – DOWNLOAD for FREE
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2025 Hispanic Market Overview Report – DOWNLOAD for FREE
HispanicAd in association with Adam R Jacobson are proud to announce the availability of the 2025 Hispanic Market Overview – titled “VOZ of The American Influencer”
2026 Digital Media Trends: Capturing always-on fandom between releases and seasons
There are audiences, and there are fans. Fans represent a segment of consumers seeking long-term, consistent relationships with the intellectual property, artists, teams, and franchises they love.1 And while the media and entertainment industry is largely optimized around moments—blockbuster movie premieres, live sporting events, video game releases, and TV season launches—fandom isn’t experienced on the same schedule. Fans are willing to move across formats, platforms, and experiences during those big moments and in the “off-season,” in search of a continuity that they can’t experience otherwise. These fans may be signaling that the off-season isn’t a lull; it’s an opportunity.
Global Media Usage Up 0.3% in ’25, Minus Mega Sports Events, Fewer Elections in Top Markets; Growth Surge Expected in ’26 on Olympics, World Cup & Political Spend
Global consumer media usage, including all digital and traditional media channels, rose only 0.3% in 2025 to an average of 57.65 hours per week (HPW), following strong growth of 2.1% in 2024. Decelerating growth in 2025 was due primarily to the lack of major international sporting events and fewer federal elections in the top 20 global markets versus 2024, according to new research released by PQ Media.
WHERE THE MOMENTUM REALLY LIVES – 68.5 MILLION STRONG. BUILT FOR SCALE. BUILT FOR THE FUTURE.
This map isn’t just demographics.
Acculturation getting Fuzzy …..
In U.S. Hispanic segmentation models, the acculturation model is still being widely used without overlaying the Generation Model. By Begonia Martinez - Project Based: Moderator/Qualitative Researcher:Generation Z and U.S. Hispanic|Brand Consultancy
Doing Business: U.S. vs. Latino (Mexican) Approach
After working in business on both sides for many years, I’ve noticed something important. By Félix J. Medina - Winning the Latino Market
HMC ANNOUNCES 2026 STRATEGIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS SHORTLIST AS PROGRAM MARKS 20-YEAR MILESTONE
The Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) announced the short list for the 2026 Strategic Excellence Awards Powered by Collage Group, the industry’s only competition honoring strategic excellence in Hispanic and multicultural marketing. Now celebrating its 20th year, the awards recognize breakthrough cultural insights, superior strategic thinking and effectiveness in engaging Latino audiences and driving business growth.
The 2026 World Baseball Classic: How National Pride Unlocks Revenue
The 2026 WBC transcended sports, becoming a vivid showcase of cultural pride across nations, with players elevating national jerseys above club glory and fans fueling a spending surge. Players from powerhouse and underdog nations alike voiced raw passion for representing their flags, often ranking WBC above World Series triumphs.
Slow Growth Impacts Nation’s Largest Counties Hardest
Population growth slowed in a majority of the nation’s 3,143 counties and the District of Columbia between July 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025, according to the Vintage 2025 population estimates released today by the U.S. Census Bureau.
The United States at 250: How the Country Has Changed in the Past 50 Years
In July, the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary. The country’s last major milestone was 50 years ago, at its bicentennial on July 4, 1976. U.S. society has changed profoundly since then. Over the past five decades, the U.S. population has aged significantly, with the percentage of people 65 and older nearly doubling. The country has also become more racially and ethnically diverse, as growing shares of people identify as Asian or Hispanic. And following more than 70 million immigrant arrivals, the percentage of foreign-born people in the population has more than tripled.
Entravision Relaunches Politics Con Acento with Expanded TV and Digital Distribution
Entravision, a leading global media, marketing, and technology company, announced the expanded relaunch of Politics con Acento, a digital-first bilingual show and video podcast for the Latino voting community. The show, hosted by Entravision’s established White House Correspondent Stephanie Ochoa, will now also air weekly as a one-hour bilingual TV show across Entravision's 21 Univision affiliates, Altavision, WAPA Orlando 26, digital, and social media platforms.
LATINATION MEDIA unveils ‘CULTURA AT FULL VOLUME’ at 2026 IAB Newfronts
LatiNation Media, the independent Latino-owned English-language media network creating content by Latinos for everyone, unveiled its boldest content slate and marketing vision yet — Cultura at Full Volume — during its presentation at the 2026 IAB NewFronts. The initiative reflects LatiNation’s always-on approach to programming, partnerships, and brand opportunities designed for the most influential audience in the United States: English-first Latino consumers.
Bespoke Beats AI: The Human Edge Still Matters
We’re living through a bit of a tech gold rush. Everywhere you turn, automation is being pitched as the shortcut to success. AI can write, analyze, and produce fast. Really fast. And yes, we use it too. At L2L, we see AI for what it is: a powerful tool that helps us think sharper and move faster. But we also know where it falls short. Because at the end of the day, AI can simulate, but it can’t feel. And that still matters more than people think. By Mindy Figueroa - L2L Founder & CEO
‘Open Agentic Commerce’ and the end of ads – Agents are killing ads. Open protocols and a 28-year-old status code are about to replace them.
Agentic commerce is here. ACP and UCP promise checkout in ChatGPT and Gemini. Soon, hundreds of millions of consumers around the globe will find better products, merchants will have improved conversion rates, and platforms will be able to take 5-10%. But ChatGPT checkout is an incremental improvement. It will not reshape society as the internet did in the early 2000s. Open Agentic Commerce will. We must go back to the ‘90s to understand why. By Samuel Ragsdale
Three Flags, One Beautiful Game!
100 days before World Cup 2026, Mexico, the U.S. and Canada offer brands a once in a lifetime chance to turn multicultural unity into more than a slogan. By Luis Miguel Messianu
When Cultural Icons Are Questioned, Brands Should Navigate Cesar Chávez Day with Courage and Care
When deeply troubling allegations surfaced about Cesar Chávez, a historic figure long viewed as a symbol of hope and social progress, many people, including myself, felt shock and disbelief. Now, as Cesar Chávez Day on March 31 approaches, brands and organizations are grappling with how to respond and what role they should play in recognizing this day. By Stephen Chávez, CEO, ChavezPR
Modern Measurement = Modern Media Decisions
Big move from Nielsen—but here’s why brands and agencies should actually care: Radio measurement is getting a long-overdue upgrade for how people live today. By Grace Agostino
John Sosa joins Talento Unlimited for NYLFF 2026 Sponsorship Team
Talento Unlimited announced an alliance with SOSA Consultancy, led by industry veteran John C. Sosa. The partnership combines Talento’s proven track record in authentic brand activations and measurable engagement with Sosa’s deep bicultural expertise servicing blue-chip brands across various categories and sectors. Together, they are redefining how brands connect with today’s premiere film festival platform, designing ambitious, culturally fluent experiences for the upcoming September 2026 event. Talento Unlimited is led by Hispanic marketing industry leader Cristy Clavijo-Kish.
