WakeApp's Monthly News Digest for April 2023

We have prepared a selection of the top mobile industry news updates for April 2023.📱

This way, you'll remain up to date with the most important changes and will be able to keep up with the latest trends. 🧠

Happy reading!

What's inside the digest:

Global eCommerce app installs in 2022 recover but retention slips 

Despite an initial slowdown in 2022, the mobile app industry is experiencing a bit of a resurgence in 2023, with early indicators showing an upward trend in mobile app installs for eCommerce (+4%), fintech (+13%), and gaming (+10%), compared to their 2022 averages. We’ll start with eCommerce today.

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End-cards boost mobile video ad performance

Mobile can be a very distracting environment and app developers and brands are having to work harder than ever before to capture attention. The time users spend viewing an ad or app can be a direct measure of quality attention. The longer an ad is seen, the more likely it is to be remembered, and drive brand recall and sales. New research from Digital Turbine, Inc. and Amplified Intelligence found that combining video ads with end cards drove improved attention. 

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Entertainment apps take the lead as global game revenue slows down

In the ever-evolving mobile app landscape, it’s crucial to stay on top of the latest trends and shifts in user behaviour. A recent report from Sensor Tower sheds light on some interesting developments in the world of mobile apps in early 2023. While global game revenue remained weak year over year at the beginning of the year, spending on non-game apps reached a record high in January 2023, largely driven by entertainment apps.

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Apps under attack: install fraud increases

Mobile ad fraud is a persistent problem that has been plaguing the digital advertising industry for years, with billions of dollars lost each year. Despite efforts to combat this issue, fraudsters have continued to find ways to exploit the system, causing significant financial losses for businesses and damaging trust in the industry. In 2022, the problem of mobile ad fraud resurged, with global financial exposure reaching a shocking $5.4 billion. But what’s driving rising mobile ad fraud?

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Gaming app installs are up 10% over 2022

Global consumer spending on mobile games experienced a 5% year-on-year decrease, reaching $110 billion in 2022. However, predictions suggest that spending on mobile games will surge and reach an impressive $270 billion by 2025. New data from Adjust found that despite some turmoil in mobile gaming, there are plenty of opportunities for data-driven marketers to grow their games.

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China’s game market bounces back with over 1,100 game licenses expected in 2023

Following a crackdown on new mobile game apps in China, the country seems to be back on track. According to industry experts at Niko Partners, the total number of game licenses issued for the year is expected to exceed 1,100, marking a return to the levels last seen in 2020. 

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Mobile ad-titude: record revenue for 2022 driven by rising demand

The mobile advertising industry has been a significant driver of growth in the digital economy, with companies spending billions of dollars every year to reach customers through various online channels. However, the industry faced significant challenges in 2022, as highlighted in the annual report by the Internet Advertising Bureau (IAB). While overall internet ad revenues were down, mobile reached record growth.

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Insta still rules but TikTok nips at heels in battle for influencer marketing crown

While Instagram has long been the dominant platform for influencer marketing efforts, there is a new kid on the block that’s rapidly gaining ground – TikTok. With its short-form videos and vast user base, TikTok is projected to become the second-highest-ranking platform in terms of marketing spend in the coming year. As brands seek to engage younger audiences and stay ahead of the competition, they are increasingly turning to TikTok and its vast pool of creators to amplify their marketing efforts. Now Emplifi, the leading customer engagement platform, has taken a closer look at the influencer landscape on Instagram to discern the most important trends.

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Game over for data privacy? 90% of mobile games fail to comply with regulations

According to a recent study conducted by Usercentrics, a leading Consent Management Platform (CMP) provider, a staggering 90% of mobile games are not in compliance with privacy regulations. This means millions of gamers around the world have no control over how their personal data is collected, stored, and used. 

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