IRS forces Americans to use ID.me: what the policy actually says
The IRS now requires ID.me for all online account access, pairing biometric face scans with Social Security numbers and government-issued IDs for US taxpayers.
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How Earmax Media turned podcast measurement into a 12x conversion leap
Earmax Media used Magellan AI to grow podcast ad conversion rates more than 12x in two years, tracking 328 purchases for travel packages priced up to GBP5,000.
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HSK United pays $79,200 for fake discounts and misleading refund rules
Australia's ACCC issued four infringement notices to HSK United for strikethrough pricing and a false returns policy on Pain Free Aussies and Modern Aussies.
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Google Finance exits beta with portfolios, AI tasks, and an Android app
Google Finance exits beta globally with investment portfolios, scheduled AI briefings, and a new Android app featuring real-time data and AI research tools.
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YouTube Shorts removes dislike button, adds heart icon and 2x speed
YouTube Shorts is removing the dislike button and replacing it with a heart icon while adding 2x speed playback and a cleaner player in a June 2026 update.
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Google publishes user access guide for Merchant Center for Agencies
Google's Merchant Center for Agencies guide details two user roles, three account setup paths, and a label permission model for managing global client access.
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TikTok Shop's hidden score that can freeze your affiliate access
TikTok Shop's Shop Performance Score gates seller visibility, settlement speed, and affiliate marketing access through six metrics and four benefit levels.
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Walmart is buying Vibe.co to bring self-serve CTV ads to small businesses
Walmart acquires Vibe.co to expand self-serve CTV advertising access for SMBs and mid-market brands through Walmart Connect's growing commerce media platform.
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Google's June 2026 spam update is live - what it hits and why it matters
Google today launched the June 2026 spam update, hitting all languages and regions globally from 09:03 PDT. Rollout may take several days before completing.
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Most companies run GenAI. Almost none can control it, report finds
OneTrust and ISMG: 63% of organizations run GenAI in production, yet only 15% have enforced governance and just 29% have a tested AI incident response plan.
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TikTok Shop's toy safety rules are stricter than sellers expect
TikTok Shop published Toys and Hobby Products requirements on June 19, 2026, covering CPSC certificates, lab reports, FCC markings, and choking hazard warnings.
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Google tests 'Strongest match' label on Search ads in the US
Google today started a small US experiment adding 'Strongest match' and 'Strong match' labels to Search ads, using existing ad quality and relevance signals.
