Bars to reject under-21s as govt spells new measures including advertising curbs

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 30 – The government has unveiled stringent new measures targeting alcohol advertising and access, particularly among young people, under a national policy aimed at combating alcohol, drug, and substance abuse. The National...

What to know about reactions to the American Eagle 'good jeans' ads

U.S. fashion retailer American Eagle Outfitters wanted to make a splash with its new advertising campaign starring 27-year-old actor Sydney Sweeney. The ad blitz included “clever, even provocative language” and was “definitely going to push...

YouTube stops limiting ads on videos that use profanity early

YouTube has changed its ad guidelines policy to be more lenient with using profanity in videos. In a video announcement, Conor Kavanagh, head of monetization policy experience at YouTube, stated that with these updated guidelines, videos that used...

Advertising regulator bans Octopus Energy campaign promoting £500 heat pumps

The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) ruled this week that the adverts, first seen in September 2024, cannot be used again in their existing format. This is because they omitted material information on the price of heat pump installation...

InMarket Revolutionizes Advertising Measurement with AI-Powered "Unified Measurement"

InMarket Launches Unified Measurement Solution to Help Manage Spend, Accelerate Omni-Channel Performance and Maximize Incremental Outcomes in Real-Time AUSTIN, Texas, July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- InMarket, the leader in real-time marketing and...

American Eagle's 'good jeans' ads with Sydney Sweeney spark a debate on race and beauty...

Chief Marketing Officer Craig Brommers told industry news website Retail Brew last week that “Sydney is the biggest get in the history of American Eagle,” and the company would promote the partnership in a way that matched. The campaign features...

Nacada: We’ve not imposed a ban on alcohol ads or sales

Nacada CEO Anthony Omerikwa / FILE The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse Nacada has dismissed media reports suggesting a ban on alcohol advertising, online sales, home deliveries, and celebrity endorsements. In a...

Genius Sports Stock Rallies on PMG Sports Advertising Deal

Posted on: July 30, 2025, 01:52h. Last updated on: July 30, 2025, 02:33h. Genius stock extends 2025 rally on sports advertising agreement PMG will be a founding agency partner for FANHub Shares of Genius Sports (NYSE: GENI) surged Wednesday after...

Google Will Use Machine Learning to Estimate Users’ Age and Block Them From Restricted Content and Ads

Google this week will begin using machine learning to estimate users’ ages in order to tailor ad experiences more appropriately for minors, the company said in a blog post Wednesday. The technology will use behavior like search queries and the...

American Eagle’s ‘good jeans’ ads with Sydney Sweeney spark a debate on race and beauty standards

'No ban on alcohol ads, online sales introduced yet': NACADA clarifies new policy concerns

File image of NACADA CEO Dr. Anthony Omerikwa in his office. The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has dismissed claims that it has banned alcohol advertising, online sales, home deliveries, and celebrity...

American Eagle's 'good jeans' ads with Sydney Sweeney spark a debate on race and beauty standards

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. fashion retailer American Eagle Outfitters wanted to make a splash with its new advertising campaign starring 27-year-old actor Sydney Sweeney. The ad blitz included “clever, even provocative language” and was “definitely...

Google AI Max Revamps Search Ads with Intent Matching and AI Sitelinks

In the ever-evolving world of digital advertising, Google has once again pushed the boundaries with its latest innovation: a revamped AI Max feature for Search ads that promises to redefine how campaigns target and engage users. Spotted in the...

JSCEAL Malware Targets Crypto Users via Fake Facebook Ads

In the shadowy underbelly of digital finance, a sophisticated new malware strain has emerged as a formidable threat to cryptocurrency users, exploiting the trust in online advertising to infiltrate systems and siphon off digital assets. Dubbed...

New Malware Targets Crypto Users with Fake Ads, Steals Keys

In the shadowy underbelly of digital finance, a sophisticated new malware strain has emerged, preying on cryptocurrency enthusiasts through deceptive online advertisements. This threat, which masquerades as legitimate promotions for popular crypto...

1,200 Fake Casinos Flood Web to Steal Crypto via Discord Ads

In the shadowy corners of the internet, a new breed of cybercriminals is deploying an arsenal of sophisticated online gaming platforms designed to ensnare unsuspecting users. These sites, often masquerading as legitimate casinos or wagering hubs,...

Meme-Stock Traders Thrilled at Outrage Over American Eagle Ads Starring Sydney Sweeney

The fashion brand’s jeans campaign references the actor’s “good genes.” Retail traders think the controversy over the pun can help them cash in Fresh off of selling a limited-edition soap that contained a dose of her actual bathwater, Sydney...

Dubai: Emirates Warns Against 'Deceptive' Social Media Ads Selling Fake Tickets

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Dubai's flagship carrier, Emirates, has temporarily suspended online advertisements and issued an alert warning passengers to be cautious of "deceptive" social media ads selling "fake tickets." “We are aware of fraudulent...

How Sydney Sweeney's ads for American Eagle have prompted 'white supremacy' accusations

American Eagle / YouTube SYDNEY SWEENEY HAS come under fire for her ‘great genes’ advertisement for the clothing brand American Eagle, which was designed to raise awareness about domestic violence but has been criticised for having racist...

Why these New Yorkers are telling the MTA to keep alcohol ads out of public transit

Protesters rallied against the new MTA advertising policy that allows alcohol ads. Photo by Barbara Russo-Lennon Dozens of protestors gathered outside the MTA’s headquarters in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday to take a stand against the agency’s new...