New York – September 19, 2026 -- Blockboard has been named a finalist in two categories at the 2026 Digiday Technology Awards, marking its third consecutive year as a finalist for Best Buy-Side Programmatic Platform and its first-year recognition for BlockVantage in the Best AI Tool category.
Blockboard defends programmatic platform status after 2025 win
The company won the Best Buy-Side Programmatic Platform category in 2025, and this year's finalist nomination extends its run to three straight years of recognition in the category. Blockboard was cited for its work on 'Development of Verified AI Media,' which pairs artificial intelligence with trust-verified technology to help advertisers plan, execute and measure campaigns across connected TV, online video, display, mobile and audio.
Every impression is pre-validated to cut fraud exposure
Blockboard states that every impression purchased through its platform is pre-validated to confirm an actual person is behind the view, an approach designed to eliminate exposure to advertising fraud and wasted spending. The company positions this validation layer as a mechanism to redirect marketer budgets toward real audiences and measurable outcomes.
BlockVantage earns Best AI Tool nod in its debut year
BlockVantage, Blockboard's AI-powered media-planning and campaign-activation tool, received a Best AI Tool finalist nomination in its first year on the market. The tool allows businesses to build media plans, identify target audiences, generate creative and launch campaigns through a single streamlined workflow, targeting the traditionally complex process of launching digital and streaming television campaigns.
CEO cites third-year streak as validation of transparency approach
Matt Wasserlauf, founder and CEO of Blockboard, said the third consecutive year of recognition across two categories represents an honor for the company's team. He said last year's win validated the company's approach to building a more transparent and accountable advertising ecosystem, and that this year's dual nomination reflects continued innovation focused on helping marketers eliminate waste and generate stronger results.
Wasserlauf previously won Digiday's Founder of the Year in 2024
Blockboard's award history also includes Wasserlauf's 2024 Digiday Technology Award for Founder of the Year, adding to a multi-year run of recognition for the company's technology and leadership. Winners of the 2026 Digiday Technology Awards will be announced on September 22.