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Petition urges FTC probe of telehealth weight-loss drug ads
National Consumers League and 12 health groups say telehealth platforms deceive consumers Petition highlights risks of compounded GLP-1 drugs, including hospitalizations and deaths Advocates warn women, especially women of color, are most...

AdGuard’s New Filtering Engine Catches a Lot More Ads
AdGuard has just released extension v5.2.77, and this marks the first time the 5.2 version has been made available to the public. It has a completely redesigned interface and an overhaul of how the extension handles filtering. One of the most...

Google faces antitrust déjà vu as U.S. seeks to break up advertising business
In Brief Remedy trial opens in Virginia over Google‘s digital ad monopoly. Judge Brinkema already ruled Google’s ad tech violates antitrust law. DOJ seeks breakup of Google’s ad business to restore competition. Google argues changes to Ad...

Kearney launches ads in LD-21 race
Garwood Councilman Vinnie Kearney launched his first ad in his campaign to flip GOP-held Assembly seats in the 21st legislative district. The ad is part of a buy on digital and cable platforms, according to the announcement. Kearney, a Democrat,...

Sponsor patches on college uniforms would raise millions but some ADs are in wait-and-see mode
The leader of the largest multimedia rights holder in college athletics is confident sponsor patches will begin appearing on team… The leader of the largest multimedia rights holder in college athletics is confident sponsor patches will begin...

Kroger Precision Marketing launches off-site programmatic advertising capabilities
Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM), powered by 84.51°, has launched new managed-service offsite programmatic advertising capabilities, including programmatic audio, programmatic connected TV (CTV) and dynamic creative optimization (DCO) for display....


Breaking through: August’s top CTV ads
Here at StreamTV Insider we know our audience loves data on all things connected TV. But what’s the data telling us about which ad creatives and brands are breaking through to stay top of mind for CTV viewers each month? In a monthly snapshot,...

Dream11 eyes advertising revenue with 10 million daily active users after RMG ban
Fantasy sports platform Dream11, which has around 10 million daily active users, is monetising through advertising and sponsorships, allowing users to win brand-backed prizes while participating in free contests. The platform, part of Dream...

Policy critiques or racism? Maryland politicians debate ‘No Moore’ group’s ads
The group "No Moore" touts itself as a “grassroots movement born out of frustration” with what it describes as Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s failed leadership. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore enjoys a lot of support among Democrats in the state, but among...
The Future of Ads Is Written in Pop Culture
We’re in an era where culture rules all. From establishing credibility in conversations with friends to shaping how brands connect with us, relevance often comes from understanding the cultural zeitgeist and using current events to engage people....
Nobody Makes Ads Like United Colors of Benetton
United Colors of Benetton (UCB) has tapped digital artist Rick Dick for a pioneering FW25 campaign that uses AI to express and experiment with the new collection. The move is exciting and novel, and marks a new chapter in the brand's already...

Judge Largely Sides Against Meta In Battle Over Scam Ads
Largely siding against Meta, a judge rejected the company's bid to throw out key claims by Facebook users who say they lost money after responding to fraudulent ads on the platform. In a decision issued Monday, U.S. District Court Judge Jeffrey...
Delhi HC orders Patanjali to remove part of chyawanprash ads targeting Dabur
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday ordered Patanjali Ayurved to remove certain portions of its ad allegedly disparaging Dabur's chyawanprash. The bench's decision came after Patanjali filed an appeal against an earlier High Court order which...

Balancing AI and Human Oversight in Google Ads for 2025 Success
In the rapidly evolving world of digital advertising, Google Ads has undergone a profound transformation, shifting from a manual, keyword-centric system to one dominated by artificial intelligence and machine learning. As of 2025, advertisers are...

Progress Software Flowmon ADS 12.5 simplifies threat detection
Progress Software has released Flowmon ADS 12.5, an anomaly detection system set up to help organizations accelerate threat detection and provide visibility into network activity using AI-driven capabilities. Security teams are dealing with...

Tulfo, Hontiveros blast FIVB world volleyball ticket prices, gambling ads
MANILA, Philippines – Senator Erwin Tulfo and Risa Hontiveros lamented what they described as missed opportunities in the hosting of the ongoing 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship, particularly the high ticket prices, in a plenary...

InventHelp Inventor Develops New Dating App & Discreet Advertising Product (PLB-498)
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a new dating app that would allow single people to discreetly advertise their availability," said an inventor, from Pennsburg, Pa., "so I invented the PHOENIX DATING. My design could...

TV ads at 70: Still advertising’s crown jewel – but ROI is the real test
At the 70th anniversary of broadcast ads, TV is still the jewel in the crown – but marketers need to keep a firm grip on ROI.TV advertising is officially 70 years old, with the anniversary of the launch of ITV being marked this week. The...
'Lily' From AT&T Ads: 'You've Lost The Privilege Of Looking At' Her Body
Listen to this article now: You might not recognize actress Milana Vayntrub's name, but you've definitely seen her face. The 34-year-old has starred as saleswoman 'Lily Adams' in a long-running campaign of AT&T commercials. The company's latest ad...