<p>In this episode of the Profitable Performance Marketing Podcast, host Jake Fuller, CEO of JEBCommerce, sits down with <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenrbrown1/">Steven Brown</a>, CEO at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://moonpullpartners.com/">Moonpull</a>, to explore the evolving landscape of affiliate tracking amid changes in consent laws. With insight based on decades of experience, Steven navigates the complexities of tracking developments including the establishment of Moonpull to solve tracking issues. They delve into Europe's stringent consent regulations compared to the emerging U.S. laws, discussing the profound effects they have on merchants needing to adapt.</p><p>Steven highlights the hierarchy of tracking methods, emphasizing the precarious position third-party cookies hold—especially with Google's delayed phase-out looming. As they discuss the sometimes frustrating world of implementation, their conversation underscores the importance of collaboration across networks, publishers, and advertisers to optimize program performance and maintain trust. If you suspect there's mischief afoot in your affiliate tracking, do your program a favor and join in for a savvy, enlightening dialogue.</p>