Don't Be Distracted By Cookie Drama. Google's Search Changes Are The Real Existential Threat | AdExchanger
Independent web publishers are facing an existential crisis due to major macro changes by online platforms, affecting their content monetization and survival. [ more ]
Shein is shining so bright in Europe that regulators want to keep a closer eye on it
Shein has been designated a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) by the European Union due to its large European user base, requiring compliance with Digital Services Act rules by August. [ more ]
China's Shein fashion retailer faces stricter EU regulation DW 04/26/2024
Shein, a Chinese-founded fast-fashion company, has been added to the EU's list of very large online platforms, subjecting it to stricter rules for combating illegal content and counterfeit products. [ more ]
Shein is shining so bright in Europe that regulators want to keep a closer eye on it
Shein has been designated a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) by the European Union due to its large European user base, requiring compliance with Digital Services Act rules by August. [ more ]
China's Shein fashion retailer faces stricter EU regulation DW 04/26/2024
Shein, a Chinese-founded fast-fashion company, has been added to the EU's list of very large online platforms, subjecting it to stricter rules for combating illegal content and counterfeit products. [ more ]
EU Commission issues guidelines for addressing digital risks to elections
The European Commission issued guidelines under the Digital Services Act to safeguard election integrity digitally.
The Digital Services Act regulates how online actors handle illegal and harmful content online, affecting major platforms like Instagram and Google. [ more ]
EU Commission issues guidelines for addressing digital risks to elections
The European Commission issued guidelines under the Digital Services Act to safeguard election integrity digitally.
The Digital Services Act regulates how online actors handle illegal and harmful content online, affecting major platforms like Instagram and Google. [ more ]
Large online platforms should not give users a binary choice between paying for service or consenting to personal data use for targeted advertising. [ more ]
National Advertising Division's 2022 Annual Report: An Advertising Compliance Roadmap for the Year Ahead
"[N]o legacy is so rich as honesty" 1 might fairly summarize the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)'s theme to the advertising industry for 2023, as gleaned from the National Advertising Division (NAD) 2022 Annual Report."FTC leadership," the NAD Report elaborates, "sent a consistent, strong message that national advertisers should take a hard look at their own advertising" to create marketing from a consumer protection and truth-in-advertising standpoint.
Large online platforms should not give users a binary choice between paying for service or consenting to personal data use for targeted advertising. [ more ]
National Advertising Division's 2022 Annual Report: An Advertising Compliance Roadmap for the Year Ahead
"[N]o legacy is so rich as honesty" 1 might fairly summarize the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)'s theme to the advertising industry for 2023, as gleaned from the National Advertising Division (NAD) 2022 Annual Report."FTC leadership," the NAD Report elaborates, "sent a consistent, strong message that national advertisers should take a hard look at their own advertising" to create marketing from a consumer protection and truth-in-advertising standpoint.
Meta, other platforms should give users free option without targeted ads, EU privacy watchdog says
Large online platforms like Meta Platforms should offer users a free, ad-free option without targeted advertising to ensure valid consent under EU privacy rules. [ more ]
Senators reintroduce COPPA 2.0 bill to tighten child safety online | Engadget
Al Drago/Pool via REUTERS Yet more senators are trying to resurrect legislation aimed at protecting kids' online privacy.Senators Bill Cassidy and Ed Markey have reintroduced a "COPPA 2.0" (Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act) bill that would expand and revise the 1998 law to deal with the modern internet, particularly social media.
Do Consumers Still Care About Brands Backed By Big Names?
Driving relevance means driving growth.Join global brands and industry thought leaders at Brandweek, Sept. 11-14 in Miami, for actionable takeaways to better your marketing.50% off passes ends April 10.Before A-list celebrities started documenting the fine details of their personal lives on social media, a fan's self-proclaimed closeness to a public figure only required a stroll down the Macy's fragrance aisle.
I'm a millennial advertising CEO and my Gen Z employees have taught me to lead with emotion first
I've worked as the CEO of my own advertising company since 2020, and my Gen Z employees have taught me a lot.Spending extra time to teach my younger employees has paid off with a strong office culture and happy clients.I use a unique approach when giving constructive criticism to my Gen Z workers.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Elle De Freitas, a 31-year-old advertising executive based in Austin, Texas.
Senators reintroduce COPPA 2.0 bill to tighten child safety online | Engadget
Al Drago/Pool via REUTERS Yet more senators are trying to resurrect legislation aimed at protecting kids' online privacy.Senators Bill Cassidy and Ed Markey have reintroduced a "COPPA 2.0" (Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act) bill that would expand and revise the 1998 law to deal with the modern internet, particularly social media.
Do Consumers Still Care About Brands Backed By Big Names?
Driving relevance means driving growth.Join global brands and industry thought leaders at Brandweek, Sept. 11-14 in Miami, for actionable takeaways to better your marketing.50% off passes ends April 10.Before A-list celebrities started documenting the fine details of their personal lives on social media, a fan's self-proclaimed closeness to a public figure only required a stroll down the Macy's fragrance aisle.
I'm a millennial advertising CEO and my Gen Z employees have taught me to lead with emotion first
I've worked as the CEO of my own advertising company since 2020, and my Gen Z employees have taught me a lot.Spending extra time to teach my younger employees has paid off with a strong office culture and happy clients.I use a unique approach when giving constructive criticism to my Gen Z workers.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Elle De Freitas, a 31-year-old advertising executive based in Austin, Texas.
EU probes TikTok for youth protection, addiction regulations DW 02/21/2024
The EU's Digital Service Act (DSA) has stringent regulations, with TikTok being a key focus of investigations.
TikTok and other online platforms face potential fines up to 5% of daily revenue for violations, with over one billion users active monthly globally. [ more ]
Images on the internet are even more sexist than texts
Online platforms, including Google Images, exhibit a consistent gender bias in the photos they display for different professions and social categories.
The bias in online images is greater than that seen in surveys and actual U.S. census data, and the effects of gender bias in visual content are more psychologically potent than in text. [ more ]
Images on the internet are even more sexist than texts
Online platforms, including Google Images, exhibit a consistent gender bias in the photos they display for different professions and social categories.
The bias in online images is greater than that seen in surveys and actual U.S. census data, and the effects of gender bias in visual content are more psychologically potent than in text. [ more ]
Opinion: Gutting key internet law won't truly protect children online
Section 230 of the U.S.C. protects online platforms from being treated as publishers or speakers of user-generated content.
Section 230's protections are limited, as online services can still be held responsible for violating federal criminal laws or creating harmful or illegal content. [ more ]
AI Pin usability nightmare, humanizing crypto, presenting work with confidence
The term 'Enshittification' has evolved as consumers' relationships with online platforms have become more strained.
Economic factors have affected the purchasing power of consumers, with inflation rates fluctuating and the fear of a recession impacting prices. [ more ]
A view from Brussels: European strategy for data takes shape
The European Health Data Space aims to improve accessibility of health data within Europe while ensuring individuals' control over their own data.
The European Commission has designated three large online platforms, including Pornhub, Stripchat, and XVideos, under the Digital Services Act. [ more ]
European lawmakers try to balance protection and privacy with law on explicit images of children
European Union lawmakers adopt amendments to draft law on preventing circulation of sexually explicit content of minors online.
Law would require internet providers to assess risks and take mitigation measures, but exclude end-to-end encrypted material from detection.
Reports of online child sexual abuse have increased globally, prompting the proposal to force online platforms to detect and remove the material. [ more ]
European lawmakers try to balance protection and privacy with law on explicit images of children
European Union lawmakers adopt amendments to draft law on preventing circulation of sexually explicit content of minors online.
Law would require internet providers to assess risks and take mitigation measures, but exclude end-to-end encrypted material from detection.
Reports of online child sexual abuse have increased globally, prompting the proposal to force online platforms to detect and remove the material. [ more ]
Judge Delays Decision on Hong Kong's Request to Ban Protest Song Online
A judge in Hong Kong on Monday postponed deciding on a petition to ban the online distribution of a popular pro-democracy protest song in a case that could further challenge how technology companies operate in the Chinese territory.After asking the government to be more specific about the breadth of its request, the judge set another hearing for July 21.
Meta threatens to pull news from Facebook, Instagram if California bill passes
(Eric Risberg / Associated Press)
Californians may no longer be able to read daily news from their Facebook and Instagram feeds if the state Legislature passes a bill forcing tech platforms to pay publishers.That's the threat parent-company Meta issued on Wednesday via Twitter."If the Journalism Preservation Act passes, we will be forced to remove news from Facebook and Instagram rather than pay into a slush fund that primarily benefits big, out-of-state media companies under the guise of aiding California publishers," tweeted Meta spokesman Andy Stone.
EU seeks input on making tech companies pay for ISPs' network upgrades
The European Union government is seeking public input on a controversial proposal to make online platforms pay for telecom companies' broadband network upgrades and expansions.If it goes forward, tech companies like Google and Netflix and possibly many others could have to make payments toward the financing of broadband network deployment.
Judge Delays Decision on Hong Kong's Request to Ban Protest Song Online
A judge in Hong Kong on Monday postponed deciding on a petition to ban the online distribution of a popular pro-democracy protest song in a case that could further challenge how technology companies operate in the Chinese territory.After asking the government to be more specific about the breadth of its request, the judge set another hearing for July 21.
Meta threatens to pull news from Facebook, Instagram if California bill passes
(Eric Risberg / Associated Press)
Californians may no longer be able to read daily news from their Facebook and Instagram feeds if the state Legislature passes a bill forcing tech platforms to pay publishers.That's the threat parent-company Meta issued on Wednesday via Twitter."If the Journalism Preservation Act passes, we will be forced to remove news from Facebook and Instagram rather than pay into a slush fund that primarily benefits big, out-of-state media companies under the guise of aiding California publishers," tweeted Meta spokesman Andy Stone.
EU seeks input on making tech companies pay for ISPs' network upgrades
The European Union government is seeking public input on a controversial proposal to make online platforms pay for telecom companies' broadband network upgrades and expansions.If it goes forward, tech companies like Google and Netflix and possibly many others could have to make payments toward the financing of broadband network deployment.
Airbnb Sues New York City Over Limits on Short-Term Rentals
A yearslong conflict between Airbnb and New York City escalated on Thursday after the home-sharing platform sued the city to undo stringent new restrictions that limit short-term rentals.A new law, passed by the city in 2021, sought to prevent illegal short-term rentals by requiring hosts to register with the city.
Have you ever heard of a font called Arabesque?Well, you can't download it online, if that's what you're wondering.It's estimated to be around 171 years old and can be found in an 1858 type catalogue.As the name suggests, Arabesque is highly decorative in appearance, featuring wavy, leaf-like strokes that appear to have been created with an ink brush.
As marketers' use of QR codes grows, so does the potential for technical issues
During this year's Super Bowl, Limit Break's ad in the first quarter featured a QR code that was supposed to lead to a link for a free NFT.Unfortunately for the blockchain gaming company, during the ad and afterward, the QR code didn't work for many of those who attempted to use it.(The code directed people back to Limit Break's Twitter profile rather than the NFT.)
Apple to Take Ads to Apple TV+?; European Commission Staff Banned from Using TikTok
In today's ExchangeWire news digest: Apple may be working on an ad-supported tier for its Apple TV+ service; the European Commission bans TikTok use amongst staff over privacy concerns; and Amazon expands its ultra-fast delivery service.Ads may be coming to Apple TV+ Apple could be working on bringing an ad-supported tier to its Apple TV+ streaming service.
With knitting and crochet on the rise, Greater Boston yarn sellers open the door to a world of color
Business "It used to be kind of old-fashioned sweaters, and people ... learned to knit from grandma, or their mother.Now it's a new ballgame."Annie Webber can usually track the popularity of knitting and crochet by the number of college kids and young adults who pay a visit to her shop, Mind's Eye Yarns in Cambridge.
Airbnb Sues New York City Over Limits on Short-Term Rentals
A yearslong conflict between Airbnb and New York City escalated on Thursday after the home-sharing platform sued the city to undo stringent new restrictions that limit short-term rentals.A new law, passed by the city in 2021, sought to prevent illegal short-term rentals by requiring hosts to register with the city.
Have you ever heard of a font called Arabesque?Well, you can't download it online, if that's what you're wondering.It's estimated to be around 171 years old and can be found in an 1858 type catalogue.As the name suggests, Arabesque is highly decorative in appearance, featuring wavy, leaf-like strokes that appear to have been created with an ink brush.
As marketers' use of QR codes grows, so does the potential for technical issues
During this year's Super Bowl, Limit Break's ad in the first quarter featured a QR code that was supposed to lead to a link for a free NFT.Unfortunately for the blockchain gaming company, during the ad and afterward, the QR code didn't work for many of those who attempted to use it.(The code directed people back to Limit Break's Twitter profile rather than the NFT.)
Apple to Take Ads to Apple TV+?; European Commission Staff Banned from Using TikTok
In today's ExchangeWire news digest: Apple may be working on an ad-supported tier for its Apple TV+ service; the European Commission bans TikTok use amongst staff over privacy concerns; and Amazon expands its ultra-fast delivery service.Ads may be coming to Apple TV+ Apple could be working on bringing an ad-supported tier to its Apple TV+ streaming service.
With knitting and crochet on the rise, Greater Boston yarn sellers open the door to a world of color
Business "It used to be kind of old-fashioned sweaters, and people ... learned to knit from grandma, or their mother.Now it's a new ballgame."Annie Webber can usually track the popularity of knitting and crochet by the number of college kids and young adults who pay a visit to her shop, Mind's Eye Yarns in Cambridge.
Borrowers could save $100 a month or more by shopping around for mortgages: CFPB
Borrowers seeking mortgage financing to purchase a home could find themselves saving $100 a month or more by shopping around, and locating cheaper lenders with which to do business.This is according to a new blog post published this week by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).By analyzing Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data from 2021, the CFPB determined that mortgage rates paid by consumers vary across a wide variety of lenders, including for mortgages backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and jumbo loans through price dispersion.
The Online News Act could give Google and Meta too much influence over Canadian news organizations
Bill C-18, the Online News Act, could give Google and Meta greater influence over Canadian news media in the form of new agreements between online platforms and news organizations.The act would require digital platforms that make news outlets' content available in Canada to negotiate with those outlets to provide compensation for their news content.
Retailers are using sneaky web design to catch you out
(Image credit: Merchant Machine) Online shopping offers massive benefits in terms of choice and efficiency, but we can't deny that there are downsides that the savvy consumer needs to navigate.We've all come across misleading language, hidden costs or confusing subscription offers, and these are just a few examples of the 'dark patterns' that retailers sneak into their user experience (UX) design.
The Online News Act could give Google and Meta too much influence over Canadian news organizations
Bill C-18, the Online News Act, could give Google and Meta greater influence over Canadian news media in the form of new agreements between online platforms and news organizations.The act would require digital platforms that make news outlets' content available in Canada to negotiate with those outlets to provide compensation for their news content.
Retailers are using sneaky web design to catch you out
(Image credit: Merchant Machine) Online shopping offers massive benefits in terms of choice and efficiency, but we can't deny that there are downsides that the savvy consumer needs to navigate.We've all come across misleading language, hidden costs or confusing subscription offers, and these are just a few examples of the 'dark patterns' that retailers sneak into their user experience (UX) design.
TikTok Reveals Russian Disinformation Network Targeting European Users
TikTok Inc. identified a Russian disinformation network spreading war propaganda about Ukraine to more than a hundred thousand European users over the summer, the company disclosed on Thursday.The network operated in Russia, but targeted mostly people in Germany, Italy and the UK in their respective languages.
Supreme Court Case Threatens to Overhaul Online Advertising; TikTok to Build Two New Data Centres in Europe
In today's ExchangeWire news digest: Supreme Court case Gonzalez v. Google could reshape the online advertising industry; TikTok commits to building new data centres in Europe to dodge security concerns; and gaming giant Tencent retreats from metaverse development.Gonzalez v. Google poised to reshape online advertising From today (21st February 2023), the US Supreme Court will hear a case that could reshape the online advertising landscape.
Cerebral Informing 3.1 Million Individuals of Inadvertent Data Exposure
Emotional health care provider Cerebral is informing over 3.1 million individuals that their protected health information (PHI) might have been inadvertently exposed via third-party tracking technologies on its platforms.Cerebral has been using tracking technologies - such as those provided by Facebook, Google, TikTok, and others - since 2019, but disabled, reconfigured, or removed them after learning that some of the data shared with the third-parties also included PHI.
Living in digital times means we're often faced with evolving malicious scenarios that try to trick us, catch us out, or locate the vulnerabilities in our online platforms.After all, we're only trying to live our online lives to the fullest.By contrast, the online security market can feel like an intimidating space, conjuring images of jargon-filled and tech-heavy software.
Expert diver made a scapegoat' in Nicola Bulley case, claims ex-cop
Close Police handling of Nicola Bulley case to be under full independent review Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Diving expert Peter Faulding has been made a scapegoat over the investigation of the death of Nicola Bulley, whose body was found in the River Wyre three weeks after she went missing.