Data Consumer trust crisis hits marketing as AI data use sparks privacy concerns European study reveals 59% oppose AI training use while demanding clearer data controls.
AI Pinterest launches AI auto-collages and enhanced trend forecasting tools Pinterest unveils automated collage creation and upgraded trend analysis featuring shopping insights ahead of Cannes Lions.
Social Meta's complex aspect ratio requirements span 25 ad placements Platform's extensive placement options create technical challenges for advertisers managing creative assets.
Data Google partners with Sparkasse for digital age verification in Europe Germany's largest savings bank network launches wallet-based age verification system with Google for secure online access controls.
Data Microsoft Clarity live extension receives major visual redesign Microsoft enhances browser extension interface to simplify website analytics access for marketers and developers.
Retail Amazon Prime Day 2025 deals span four days with up to 50% discounts Prime members gain access to millions of discounted products across 35+ categories from July 8-11, with fresh deals every five minutes.
Search Microsoft cuts 9,000 employees as Xbox division faces major restructuring Microsoft announces substantial workforce reduction affecting less than 4% of global staff.
AI ChatGPT referrals surge as Google searches hit zero-click records AI-powered search platforms reshape content discovery while publishers face traffic challenges.
Search Google blocks pill press equipment ads starting September 2025 Advertising policy update targets tableting machines and related components as dangerous products affecting pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment market.
Social Meta launches WhatsApp Business Calling API for voice integration Meta introduces integrated voice calling feature for WhatsApp Business API, enabling end-to-end customer journeys.
Social Threads launches direct messaging with safety restrictions Threads introduces direct messaging and visual highlighting system as platform reaches third year milestone.
Display Google expert warns against premature campaign evaluation pitfalls Conversion lag patterns cause advertisers to misjudge actual performance metrics.
Retail Walmart launches mobile seller app for marketplace business management iOS application enables real-time tracking and order management for US marketplace sellers.
Retail Walmart releases 2025 marketplace seller playbook New guide reveals expansion plans, fulfillment services growth and seller savings programs for coming year.
Display Google AdSense introduces automatic fill for empty ad spaces Google launches unfilled slot optimization with contextual suggestions and 30-day rollout starting July 3, 2025.
Search Google extends AI Mode to Workspace accounts in the US Google's AI Mode search feature reaches Workspace users, expanding beyond consumer access with advanced query capabilities.
Video YouTube calls for creator recognition amid £2 billion economic impact YouTube's consultation reveals 56% of creators lack government voice despite supporting 45,000 UK jobs.
Data Meta challenges commission decision on digital Markets Act compliance Commission ruling forces tech giant to offer reduced personalization service without compensation.
AI Microsoft details how generative AI reshapes search and advertising landscape AI-powered search transforms traditional keyword strategies as Microsoft reports doubled engagement rates and 53% increase in purchases through conversational interfaces.
Search Google extends phone verification to message assets Google Ads expands unverified phone number restrictions to include message assets alongside existing call-only ads enforcement.
Social Meta launches enhanced marketing messages on Messenger for business customer retention Meta introduces new promotional messaging solution to help businesses re-engage subscribers across 21 countries while expanding developer access globally.
AI llms.txt adoption stalls as major AI platforms ignore proposed standard Marketing professionals question protocol's value amid lack of support from OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic despite widespread promotion by SEO tools.
AI Wikipedia leads among top domains in Google's new AI Mode search results Analysis reveals educational, entertainment and reference sites dominate AI-powered search features launched across US market.
Display Chrome extension transforms colorful ads into grayscale reducing distraction GrayScaleAdz launches browser extension converting advertisements to grayscale, balancing user focus with creator revenue.
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