Many online ad practices are "unfair, deceptive, and privacy-invasive," writes Brooklyn Law School professor Jonathan Askin in a petition in which he urges the FTC to examine how ad companies … Read the full story by Wendy Davis
"Expanding on conversations with the ANA, the JIC has elicited participation from advertising agencies to give the buy side a seat at the table in helping define the standards for … Read the full story by Wayne Friedman
The quest for new ad currencies is getting crowded and noisy, if not actually cross-purposed. What the industry needs is an actual joint committee to sort it out and move … Read the full story by Joe Mandese
It's called "RED," and UM Worldwide posted an ad last week on LinkedIn seeking a strategy director for what is described as a new full-service data-driven media agency. Read the full story by Richard Whitman
The new platform is a proprietary AI tool Horizon claims buys more than 20% better than humans do. Read the full story by Joe Mandese
Humans wrote the initial script, but OpenAI ChatGPT extended the narrative into dozens of family stories and Midjourney generated archival photos and family-history records. AI was used to produce commercials … Read the full story by Laurie Sullivan
Hey, I know that headline sucks, but it's not mine. It is what ChatGPT suggested when I asked it to write one as part of the following Q&A. Keep reading … Read the full story by Joe Mandese
Publicity departments impose embargoes in the belief that journalists will cover their shows as close as possible to their premiere dates. Read the full story by Adam Buckman
A new drama on Fox was so gut-wrenching to preview that it was difficult to finish watching the first episode. Read the full story by Adam Buckman
The new analysis from Standard Media Index also reports Reddit for the first time showing a 3% share of social spending by national brands. Read the full story by Joe Mandese
After a day full of case studies showing the latest in TikTok filters and entertaining memes, I just had to ask if it was the best way for us to … Read the full story by Joe Mandese
In a study of the 50 most annoying things in life by online security firm Kapersky, deleting spam email came in at number 4. Read the full story by Gord Hotchkiss
While the move is likely to draw criticism from parents and educators, it's one more nod to the brand's enduring cultural relevance. Read the full story by Sarah Mahoney
Malware delivered in Google Ads is said to have drained an influencer's entire cryptocurrency wallet. Read the full story by Laurie Sullivan
TikTok reportedly revealed to Washington lawmakers and civil-society organizations details of a $1.5 billion plan to reorganize the company's U.S. operations. Read the full story by Laurie Sullivan
The New York-based company, which reportedly has $100 million in annual sales, is also expanding its retail distribution. Read the full story by Sarah Mahoney
Just as important, why are advertisers and media companies largely sticking with their investments and sponsorship deals with Twitter, despite all indicators pointing to its content getting more -- not … Read the full story by Colin Kirkland
Payment could force CEO Elon Musk to sell more Tesla stock, or trigger a bankruptcy filing to restructure debt. Read the full story by Karlene Lukovitz
The first thing I noticed when I received a copy of the 2023 Edelman Trust Barometer was that none of the photographic images used in the report were licensed for … Read the full story by Joe Mandese
Netflix massively over-delivered for new subscribers in Q4, stunning industry observers -- and announced a major management change, with longtime CEO Reed Hastings transitioning to executive chairman and Greg Peters … Read the full story by Wayne Friedman
Following its initial testing last March in Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus, TikTok is now expanding the labeling of state-affiliated media outlets on its platform, to help viewers better understand the … Read the full story by Colin Kirkland
Fashion icon Chamberlain will lead the brand's "Be Yourself Movement" via a web series, featuring discussions about self-image and how to be the authentic version of yourself. Read the full story by Colin Kirkland
Captivate, the digital out-of-home advertising network that began by installing video screens in the elevators of high-rise office buildings, has added flexible workspace network WeWork as an affiliate. Read the full story by Joe Mandese
According to a new GroupM report, the next generation of "multidevice mobile platform tech" will enable conventional mobile apps to move their UIs from one device to another without sweating … Read the full story by Joe Mandese
The firm has just announced its first-ever beach presence at the Festival that it's calling "Sport Beach." It says the venue is dedicated to "the unifying power of sport and … Read the full story by Richard Whitman
The role is new as the WPP media arm has combined the CEO EMEA & UK roles for the first time. Krichefski was previously EMEA COO at MediaCom. Read the full story by Steve McClellan
There's high potential for magic in the mixing of great tech talent wanting to work and make a difference, and tech-needy institutions needing high-quality help. Read the full story by Dave Morgan
Working with creators and influencers from 44 countries, Air Media-Tech translates content into over 20 languages so creators can more easily expand to global markets. Read the full story by Colin Kirkland
"Abbott Elementary" and "Ghosts" were both panned here in the "TV Blog," but nevertheless went on to fame and fortune. Read the full story by Adam Buckman
"That '70s Show" has now morphed into "That '90s Show," a new show that starts streaming Thursday on Netflix. Read the full story by Adam Buckman
Polaroid, which launched a radio and music division late last year, has dropped a new limited "David Bowie Edition" of its analog camera instant film. Read the full story by Joe Mandese
Former President Donald Trump, who recently announced plans to run again in 2024, is seeking the "prompt restoration" of his Facebook account. Read the full story by Wendy Davis