- Ad2iction, a subsidiary of the Company, has been recognized with the Bronze Award at the 2025 Click Awards for its innovative "Ad2 AI Agent" advertising solution
- Ad2 AI Agent leverages predictive AI and generative AI to help marketers precisely reach target audiences
- Recognition highlights the Company's innovation in AI advertising and leadership in the Retail Media Network (RMN) sector
- Recent ISO 27001 certification and launch of the DAT Strategy underscore the Company's comprehensive approach across AI, cybersecurity and digital assets
NEW YORK, TAIPEI and TOKYO, Sept. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TNL Mediagene (NASDAQ: TNMG) (the "Company"), a next-generation digital media and data group in Asia, today announced that its subsidiary Ad2iction ("Ad2") has won the Bronze Award in the AI Media Placement Awards category at the 2025 Click Awards for its innovative product, Ad2 AI Agent.
Ad2 AI Agent is an AI-powered advertising solution designed for the digital marketing industry. By combining a real audience database with predictive AI and generative AI, it enables brands to generate accurate consumer insights and transform limited assets into high-impact ad creatives. The one-stop service covers audience analysis, creative generation and media placement recommendations, empowering brands to reach consumers faster, smarter, and more effectively while significantly improving campaign performance.
The Ad2 network currently reaches over 99% of mobile users in Taiwan, making it one of the most influential digital advertising platforms in the market. Since launching Ad2 AI Agent in April 2025, the solution has been utilized by more than 220 clients, generating audience insights and enhancing workflow automation. In practice, AI-powered audience analysis has not only enhanced advertising engagement performance but also further validated the real-world value of AI in digital marketing.
The Click Awards, established in 1999, has become one of Taiwan's most influential digital marketing honors, recognizing creativity and innovation that drive business transformation. Now in its 26th year, the awards reflect the rapid evolution of the digital marketing industry. This year's ceremony was held on September 25 in Macau, where Ad2's recognition underscored its leadership in AI advertising and the Retail Media Network (RMN) marketing space.
This recognition also follows other significant corporate developments. On September 17, the Company was officially certified for ISO 27001:2022, reinforcing its commitment to international standards in information security. In parallel, the Company launched its digital asset treasury strategy ("DAT Strategy"), which relies on a robust internal information security framework aligned with global best practices. These initiatives demonstrate the Company's ongoing commitment to building a secure, compliant and innovation-driven ecosystem.
"This award not only validates Ad2's expertise and innovation but also highlights the Company's commitment to accelerating AI adoption across our businesses. We believe AI will fundamentally transform the digital marketing industry and this award marks a key milestone in our next phase of growth," Co-Founder & CEO Joey Chung commented.
"We are dedicated to building a cross-border ecosystem that integrates media, data and AI. Ad2's unique capabilities in AI-powered advertising and digital marketing deliver advertisers an intuitive suite of tools and solutions to efficiently and effectively target audiences with precision," Co-Founder & President Motoko Imada added.
Ad2 operates within the Company's Technology business unit. This unit leverages advanced AI and data analytics to develop and optimize integrated advertising solutions, aiming to capture and grow revenue within the market. The Technology business unit contributed $14.2 million to FY2024 revenue at a growth rate of 34% and comprised approximately 29% of total FY2024 consolidated revenue.
About TNL Mediagene
Headquartered in Tokyo, TNL Mediagene was formed in May 2023 through the merger of Taiwan's The News Lens Co., Ltd. and Japan's Mediagene Inc., two of the region's leading independent digital media groups. The company's operations span original and licensed media brands in Japanese, Chinese, and English, covering topics such as news, business, technology, science, food, sports, and lifestyle. It also offers AI-driven advertising services, marketing technology platforms, e-commerce, and innovative solutions tailored to the needs of advertising agencies. Known for its political neutrality, appeal to younger audiences, and high-quality content, TNL Mediagene has approximately 500 employees across Asia, with offices in Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
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