Data Google streamlines broad match testing with single-campaign experiments Google Ads launches new broad match experiment approach eliminating campaign duplication for faster testing results.
Search Google launches new Search Console Insights report Google replaces standalone beta version with integrated interface for streamlined website performance analysis.
Display Featured Canada rescinds digital services tax to advance trade talks with United States Canada withdraws DST collection ahead of July 21 deadline for comprehensive trade negotiations.
Video DoubleVerify uncovers $2.5M ShadowBot fraud targeting mobile and CTV Amateur-level bot scheme generates 35 million spoofed devices using 1990s screen resolutions and basic automation.
Social Meta mandates SEBI verification for India securities ads Meta introduces new verification requirements for securities and investment advertisers targeting Indian users, effective July 31, 2025.
Data Russian ISPs throttle Cloudflare traffic to 16KB Russian Internet Service Providers implement traffic caps that disrupt digital marketing infrastructure across major web services.
AI Meta's $14.8 billion Scale AI deal exposes antitrust vulnerabilities The structured investment allows Meta to gain de facto control while avoiding traditional merger review.
Data Dutch regulator reduces AS Watson fine to €50,000 for cookie violations Dutch authority cuts penalty after company appeals original decision against Kruidvat website tracking practices.
AI Salesforce study reveals enterprise AI agents fail 65% of multiturn tasks New benchmark shows significant gaps between current LLM capabilities and real-world business demands across customer service, sales and pricing scenarios.
Video Amazon Video Generator gains advanced AI motion for high-action product ads Amazon announces enhanced Video Generator with realistic motion capture and multi-scene creation for all U.S. advertisers.
Search Competition lawyers propose "ladder of investment" approach to dismantle Google search monopoly Telecommunications strategy adapted for search market could enable competitors to build infrastructure gradually while accessing Google's systems.
AI Google forces Gemini AI on Workspace users amid pricing complaints Tech industry voices frustration as Google mandates AI features without opt-out options in Workspace subscriptions.
AI Platform payments fuel AI slop flood across social media Monetization programs from TikTok, Meta, YouTube and X drive creators to mass-produce low-quality AI content for financial gain.
Social Meta tests profit-based ROAS optimization for advertisers Meta introduces value optimization tools allowing advertisers to optimize campaigns based on profit margins rather than purchase size.
Retail Meta phases out Facebook and Instagram shops checkout by August 2025 Meta transitions shops to website checkout, giving merchants increased control over customer experience while ending on-platform transactions.
Audio Digital audio measurement gains standardized approach to solve investment gap Despite 80% of Americans listening to digital audio monthly, the channel attracts only 2.9% of advertising spend.
AI Court rules Meta used copyrighted books legally for AI training Federal judge grants summary judgment to Meta in landmark copyright case involving book authors and LLM training data.
Search Google bans countries and states from Business Profile service areas Updated guidance restricts geographic scope as platform enforces stricter location targeting.
Search Marketing consultant unveils four-layer SEO framework for 2025 visibility New AEO, GEO, AIO, and SXO methodology addresses AI-driven search landscape changes targeting marketing professionals.
Data Bangladesh finalizes comprehensive data protection ordinance draft Interim government presents Personal Data Protection Ordinance 2025 to cabinet after multi-year development process.
AI Google search head reveals "game system" approach as AI mode begins advertising rollout Google's AI search transformation accelerates with revenue focus while maintaining vigilance against SEO manipulation tactics.
Data Utiq announces UK launch through Virgin Media O2 and Vodafone partnerships Privacy-first advertising platform activates fifth European market with telco-backed infrastructure enabling cookieless targeting.
Video Featured RTL acquires Sky Deutschland in the largest media deal since 2000 RTL Group will create streaming giant with 11.5 million subscribers to compete against global platforms.
Search Google tests preferred sources in Top Stories for personalized news feeds Google's new Labs experiment allows users to star favorite news sources, potentially reshaping how publishers compete for visibility in search results.
AI AI models fake understanding while failing basic tasks MIT research reveals language models can define concepts but cannot apply them consistently
