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Privacy professionals
from404 Media
11 hours ago

Google, Microsoft, Meta All Tracking You Even When You Opt Out, According to an Independent Audit

Microsoft, Meta, and Google may be violating California privacy laws by failing to honor user opt-out requests for ad cookies.
fromNature
1 day ago

Researchers: here's how to audit your fragmented digital identity

A search for 'Guo Wei' in ORCID returned 616 profiles, none affiliated with the Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, highlighting the difficulty in verifying academic identities.
Higher education
Online marketing
fromPCMAG
5 hours ago

Commercials Ruining YouTube? 8 Ad-Blocking Techniques That Still Work

Streaming ads on platforms like YouTube are disruptive but necessary for content creation funding.
Social media marketing
fromTechRepublic
6 hours ago

X Cuts Clickbait Payouts and Exposes a Creator Program Problem - TechRepublic

X is reducing payouts for clickbait content, penalizing creators while maintaining the problematic structure that incentivizes such behavior.
Privacy technologies
fromMakeUseOf
9 hours ago

I turned off Chrome's Ad Privacy feature after realizing what it was actually doing

Google's Ad Privacy feature does not eliminate third-party cookies but introduces a new tracking system that emphasizes data collection.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
12 hours ago

Dangerous Apps In the Web of Data Brokers

Smartphone apps collect detailed location data, often shared with data brokers, posing security risks to users, including soldiers and government officials.
#google
Law
fromSan Diego Union-Tribune
2 hours ago

Google faces mass arbitration as advertisers seek billions

Google faces billions in damage claims from advertisers due to illegal monopoly rulings on its search and advertising technology.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
6 hours ago

Privacy advocates want Google to stop handing consumer data over to ICE

Google is being investigated for allegedly failing to notify users before disclosing their data to law enforcement.
Law
fromSan Diego Union-Tribune
2 hours ago

Google faces mass arbitration as advertisers seek billions

Google faces billions in damage claims from advertisers due to illegal monopoly rulings on its search and advertising technology.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
6 hours ago

Privacy advocates want Google to stop handing consumer data over to ICE

Google is being investigated for allegedly failing to notify users before disclosing their data to law enforcement.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 hours ago

From Molotov cocktails to data center shutdowns, the AI backlash is turning revolutionary | Fortune

Recent violent incidents against AI leaders highlight escalating tensions surrounding artificial intelligence and its perceived threats to humanity.
#retail-media
Marketing
fromDigiday
20 hours ago

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.
Marketing
fromDigiday
20 hours ago

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.
Marketing
fromDigiday
20 hours ago

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.
Marketing
fromDigiday
20 hours ago

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.
#social-media
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
8 hours ago

Social traffic kinda stinks for news publishers now, in 3 charts

Social media traffic to news publishers has significantly declined, with Twitter traffic down 70% since 2022.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Does age verification for social media help protect kids?

Governments are implementing age limits on social media to protect minors, but experts question the effectiveness of such measures.
Digital life
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

What the Verdict Against Meta and Google Says About the Way We Live Now

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a woman's addiction to social media, marking a significant shift in legal accountability for tech companies.
Digital life
fromExchangewire
2 weeks ago

Regulating Social Media: Where do we go from here?

Social media platforms are designed for addiction, prompting global legislative actions to restrict children's access.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
5 days ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
8 hours ago

Social traffic kinda stinks for news publishers now, in 3 charts

Social media traffic to news publishers has significantly declined, with Twitter traffic down 70% since 2022.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Does age verification for social media help protect kids?

Governments are implementing age limits on social media to protect minors, but experts question the effectiveness of such measures.
Digital life
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

What the Verdict Against Meta and Google Says About the Way We Live Now

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a woman's addiction to social media, marking a significant shift in legal accountability for tech companies.
Digital life
fromExchangewire
2 weeks ago

Regulating Social Media: Where do we go from here?

Social media platforms are designed for addiction, prompting global legislative actions to restrict children's access.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
5 days ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
Europe politics
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Digital sovereignty isn't just a buzzword - it's the future

European governments and companies are prioritizing digital sovereignty due to concerns over US control and dependency.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

UK reliance on US big tech companies is 'national security risk', claims report | Computer Weekly

The UK is at risk due to over-reliance on US tech companies for critical infrastructure, impacting national security.
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Majority of Australian kids are still on banned social media platforms, study finds

These results raise major questions about the effectiveness of Australia's social media ban and show it would be a high stakes gamble for the UK to follow suit now.
Public health
#ai-governance
Silicon Valley
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

The Death of an AI Whistleblower

Suchir Balaji, a whistleblower against OpenAI, claimed the company violated copyright laws by using vast amounts of internet data for its AI models.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

This TikTok vigilante is calling out what he says are obnoxious influencers and getting legal threats

Jay became a prominent influencer critic after mocking entitled influencers, helping to grow his family's snack brand on TikTok.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Reform voters least likely to see social media posts from friends and family

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of on-the-ground reporting.
#youtube
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
7 hours ago

YouTube livestreams will now hold back ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe | TechCrunch

YouTube will hold back ads during peak chat engagement to enhance viewer experience and reward supporters with ad-free moments.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
7 hours ago

YouTube livestreams will now hold back ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe | TechCrunch

YouTube will hold back ads during peak chat engagement to enhance viewer experience and reward supporters with ad-free moments.
Parenting
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

Tech can't wait for regulation to protect children online | Computer Weekly

Harmful online content for children results from profit-driven algorithms, not parenting or education failures.
Privacy professionals
fromKqed
2 hours ago

What Is the Point of California's Privacy Laws if Big Tech Ignores Them? | KQED

Google's non-compliance with the Global Privacy Control opt-out signal is evident in network traffic.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
16 hours ago

Rewriting the Rules of Ad Tech: Intent-Driven Discovery, Meaningful Human Connections, and Transparency

AI and privacy are pivotal forces reshaping the ad tech industry in 2026.
fromThedrum
10 hours ago
Social media marketing

5 Tips to Amplify your Social Strategy

Social media is essential for brands to engage audiences and grow their business through a multichannel approach and consistent content delivery.
#meta
fromEngadget
13 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

The Morning After: Meta is reportedly working on an AI model of Mark Zuckerberg

fromFuturism
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Huge Group of Experts Warns Meta That Its Pervert Glasses Will Enable Terrible Crimes

fromWIRED
1 day ago
Privacy technologies

Meta Is Warned That Facial Recognition Glasses Will Arm Sexual Predators

Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
13 hours ago

The Morning After: Meta is reportedly working on an AI model of Mark Zuckerberg

Meta is developing an AI character based on Mark Zuckerberg to interact with employees, raising concerns about privacy and ethical implications.
Law
fromBBC News
4 days ago

Meta pulls Facebook ads for social media addiction clients

Meta faces significant legal challenges over child safety and social media addiction lawsuits in the US.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Huge Group of Experts Warns Meta That Its Pervert Glasses Will Enable Terrible Crimes

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses face backlash for privacy violations and plans for facial recognition technology, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Meta Is Warned That Facial Recognition Glasses Will Arm Sexual Predators

Over 70 advocacy organizations demand Meta halt face recognition plans for smart glasses due to privacy and safety concerns.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Meta pulls Facebook ads recruiting for social media addiction lawsuits

Meta has removed law firm ads related to social media addiction, stating it won't allow profit from harmful claims.
Law
fromDigiday
1 day ago

Creator scandals have turned morality clauses into brands' go-to exit strategy

Brands use morality clauses to terminate partnerships with creators when they become liabilities, allowing unilateral power without explanation.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 hours ago

The Great Marketing Declutter are you surviving, striving, or thriving

Marketers must identify their group—survivors, strivers, or thrivers—to navigate challenges effectively in a disrupted environment.
Media industry
fromDigiday
1 day ago

In Graphic Detail: New data shows publishers face growing AI bot, third-party scraper activity

A third-party scraper economy is emerging, complicating content protection for publishers as multiple vendors harvest and resell their data.
Marketing tech
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
8 hours ago

Social Media Powers Online's Ad Market Dominance, and Meta Eats 70 Percent of That Pie

Online advertising, particularly social media, is projected to dominate the global advertising market, reaching $1.5 trillion by 2030.
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
1 day ago

The Hottest Debate In Tech: Ads In AI

The debate in AI centers on the introduction of advertising in chatbot interactions and the financial implications of running AI systems.
Online marketing
fromInc
14 hours ago

3 Simple Changes that Make Your Content More Visible in Every Type of Search

Clear, structured, answer-first writing enhances visibility across search engines and AI platforms.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Eu
3 days ago

Estonia is the rare EU country opposing bans on children's social media use

Estonia and Belgium declined the Jutland Declaration, emphasizing different concerns about age-based social media restrictions and advocating for digital literacy instead.
Marketing tech
fromBloomberglaw
16 hours ago

Meta Cases Put Social Media Platforms at Securities Fraud Risk

Social media platforms face new legal challenges regarding their role in facilitating fraudulent securities schemes.
fromTNW | Meta
17 hours ago

Meta is building an AI version of Mark Zuckerberg

Meta is building a photorealistic, AI-powered version of Mark Zuckerberg that can interact with employees in his place, trained on Zuckerberg's mannerisms, tone, and publicly available statements.
Social media marketing
Marketing
fromInc
3 days ago

The Biggest Missed Opportunity in Social Media Has Nothing to Do With Marketing

Brands must transition from social listening to social doing to leverage insights for transformative action.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

BrowserGate: Claims of LinkedIn 'Spying' Clash With Security Research Findings

LinkedIn allegedly scans users' computers to collect data on browser extensions, raising concerns about corporate espionage.
Marketing tech
fromThe Cool Down
17 hours ago

AI chatbots are subtly trying to make you buy more stuff - here's how to protect yourself

AI can influence consumer purchasing decisions without their awareness, often through subtle persuasion methods.
#elon-musk
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Meta Secretly Building a Photorealistic AI Clone of Mark Zuckerberg so No Employee Can Ever Escape His Watchful Eye

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is using AI to create a 3D avatar of himself for employee interaction and feedback.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Meta Secretly Building a Photorealistic AI Clone of Mark Zuckerberg so No Employee Can Ever Escape His Watchful Eye

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is using AI to create a 3D avatar of himself for employee interaction and feedback.
Privacy technologies
fromHer Campus
1 day ago

Why Website Cookies Aren't As Sweet As They Sound

Website cookies can raise serious privacy concerns due to their role in tracking user behavior and collecting personal data.
Privacy professionals
fromRoute Fifty
1 day ago

Getting privacy policy right in a competitive digital economy

State and local leaders aim to balance privacy protection with economic competitiveness, as inconsistent privacy laws can hinder business operations and consumer trust.
#data-privacy
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Social media was once a great global conversation. Now it's just individuals locked into their own private worlds | Tom Whyman

Twitter once felt like a global conversation platform that shaped personal relationships and values, but usage has significantly declined over time.
fromPopular Science
3 days ago

How to stop your smart TV from tracking you

Smart TVs are capable of tracking user data, including viewing habits and app usage, which can lead to personalized advertising and content recommendations. Users may prefer to limit this tracking to protect their privacy.
Privacy technologies
Law
fromAxios
5 days ago

Scoop: Meta removes ads for social media addiction litigation

Lawyers are seeking new plaintiffs for class action lawsuits related to social media addiction, with ads running on major platforms.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
12 hours ago

Ad Quality is a Monetisation Problem: What Publishers Need to Do Now

Publishers must proactively improve ad quality to enhance user experience and monetization outcomes.
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

X says it's reducing payments to clickbait accounts | TechCrunch

Bier stated, 'It became abundantly clear: flooding the timeline with 100 stolen reposts and clickbait everyday crowded-out real creators and hurt new author growth.' He emphasized that X will not compensate for manipulation of the program or its users.
Social media marketing
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

The case for banning cookie banners

Cookie banners have become bloated and useless, creating a new kind of interaction that means trouble all over the web. The only solution is to get rid of them, and do it now.
Digital life
Marketing tech
fromForbes
7 hours ago

How To Move From Paid Social Reach To Owned 1P-Data-Driven Connections

Brands are shifting focus from paid social ads to building direct relationships with customers through first-party data and owned channels.
#openai
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
10 hours ago

Woman Sues OpenAI, Saying ChatGPT Unleashed a Vicious Stalker Against Her and Did Nothing When She Begged for Help

A woman sued OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT exacerbated her stalker's delusions and that the company failed to intervene despite her pleas for help.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
1 day ago

Digest: OpenAI Lowers Minimum Spend for Ads Pilot; Meta Pulls Ads Over Addiction Lawsuits; YouTube Tests 90-Second Unskippable Ads Amid CTV Push

OpenAI launches an Ads Manager and reduces minimum spend, while Meta removes ads related to social media addiction lawsuits amid legal pressures.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
10 hours ago

Woman Sues OpenAI, Saying ChatGPT Unleashed a Vicious Stalker Against Her and Did Nothing When She Begged for Help

A woman sued OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT exacerbated her stalker's delusions and that the company failed to intervene despite her pleas for help.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
1 day ago

Digest: OpenAI Lowers Minimum Spend for Ads Pilot; Meta Pulls Ads Over Addiction Lawsuits; YouTube Tests 90-Second Unskippable Ads Amid CTV Push

OpenAI launches an Ads Manager and reduces minimum spend, while Meta removes ads related to social media addiction lawsuits amid legal pressures.
Social media marketing
fromBGR
3 days ago

Here's How Facebook Decides What Ads To Show You (And How To Change Them) - BGR

Facebook collects user data to personalize ads based on activity and interests.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 day ago

How AI Interfaces Are Reshaping Discovery, Trust And Decision Making

The traditional home page is losing its significance as AI assistants reshape how users interact with brands online.
Privacy professionals
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Meta warned by dozens of organizations that facial recognition on its smart glasses would empower predators

Civil rights organizations urge Meta to abandon facial recognition in smart glasses due to risks of empowering stalkers and predators.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
16 hours ago

Digest: Ad Companies in Boycott Settlement Talks with FTC; Court Orders Meta to Face Youth Addiction Suit; YouTube Raises Premium Prices

FTC is negotiating a settlement with ad companies over coordinated ad boycotts, while Meta faces a lawsuit for designing addictive features for youth.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
12 hours ago

Curation Is Changing Programmatic - But Not Always For The Better | AdExchanger

Mid-market agencies are increasingly seeking transparency and control in programmatic advertising, challenging the traditional reliance on DSPs.
Privacy professionals
fromAdExchanger
1 week ago

What Regulators Talk About When They Talk About Ad Tech | AdExchanger

Privacy regulators emphasize protecting children, honoring opt-outs, and ensuring companies are transparent about data collection practices.
#social-media-accountability
Digital life
fromDigiday
2 weeks ago

In graphic detail: The long road to accountability for social media platforms

Big tech giants are now held accountable for harming children, marking a significant shift in social media regulation.
Social media marketing
fromPR Daily
5 days ago

A landmark ruling is reshaping social media. Communicators should pay attention. - PR Daily

A court ruling holds social media platforms accountable for addictive designs impacting user mental health.
Digital life
fromDigiday
2 weeks ago

In graphic detail: The long road to accountability for social media platforms

Big tech giants are now held accountable for harming children, marking a significant shift in social media regulation.
Social media marketing
fromPR Daily
5 days ago

A landmark ruling is reshaping social media. Communicators should pay attention. - PR Daily

A court ruling holds social media platforms accountable for addictive designs impacting user mental health.
Marketing tech
fromAcast
5 days ago

AI Governance Isn't a Barrier: It's Marketing's Growth Engine | Adspeak

AI is transforming marketing by enabling innovation through governance, clean data, and balancing automation with human creativity.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
4 days ago

Future of Marketing Briefing: The ad industry has an AI label problem

The ad industry struggles with AI transparency, balancing honesty against potential loss in ad effectiveness.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Instagram expands its movie inspired content restriction for teens internationally | TechCrunch

Instagram is implementing stricter content restrictions for teen accounts globally, focusing on reducing exposure to harmful themes.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
1 week ago

The Stack: AI Surges while Social Platforms Face Scrutiny

AI is growing rapidly, streaming models are evolving, and regulatory pressures on platforms are increasing globally.
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