The AI trend is getting a big push, as Meta could reportedly fully automate ad creation using AI by 2026.
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It is a well-known thing that browser adblockers often fail to play nicely with YouTube these days. However, even if you paid for Premium Lite, Google says it will soon push even more ads.
Google has started testing advertisements for AI Mode, its generative AI experience in Google Search.
LLM chatbots like ChatGPT are undoubtedly here to stay. Companies have now realised that and have started exploring ways to show you ads in responses from the chatbots.
Global advertisers can now show ads on Threads, which indicates that the platform has become mature enough to monetize.
The search giant suspended millions of ad accounts and took action against billions of bad advertisements before they were served to users.
Spotify has come forward to shut down rumors that its Premium subscription is getting ads after a recent bug.
Snapchat's maker has launched a new ad format called Sponsored AI Lenses, allowing brands to create immersive experiences for users.
Thanks to its collaboration with Google, Roblox users will start seeing more in-game ads and earn game rewards.
A study conducted by Google has found that removing European news from its results barely impacts people's usage of its search engine and doesn't affect ad revenue at all.
Roku is testing a very unpopular ad format to increase revenues, forcing some users to consider ditching Roku if it goes ahead.
Google unveils major updates to its Display Ads platform, expanding reach, creative options, and quality controls for advertisers, with a promise of a more relevant experience for consumers.
To enhance viewer experience and retain more viewers to a video, YouTube is improving the quality of mid-roll ads by showing fewer ads that may feel disruptive to the viewer.
In an effort to boost service revenue, Apple is reportedly considering adding ads to Apple Maps, prompting backlash from users.
Threads initially attracted users as an ad-free alternative to X, but that appeal is fading as the platform introduces ads, sparking outrage among its users.
The UK's competition watchdog, the CMA, has launched another investigation into Google's search and ad businesses. It'll conclude by October.
In another blow to Google, the search giant has been fined $75 billion by Turkey's competition authority. The agency was investigating Google for leveraging its position in the ad server market.
ChatGPT users could eventually see advertisements in the app as the company seeks new ways to raise money.
Google has found itself in another antitrust battle. Canada's Competition Bureau has sued the company, alleging anti-competitive conduct and abuse of dominance in the online advertising space.
Everyone knew this would happen, and it now happens. Microsoft is targeting more Windows 10 users with full-screen Windows 11 ads.
Meta is reportedly gearing up to start showing ads on its newest social media platform, Threads, in early 2025.
Meta is combating fraud ads that exploit celebrity images and mislead users into clicking on links that might lead to scams by bringing back facial recognition technology on its platforms.
YouTube has denied user's accusations that it is deliberately hiding the ad skip button on ads being displayed on the platform.
Get ready to be bombarded with ads, as more users watching YouTube on smart TVs are seeing ads even when they pause a video.
Ad executives express frustration over Google's Privacy Sandbox implementation, stating it disproportionately impacts smaller companies.
An advertising partner of Microsoft, Google, Facebook, and Amazon admitted that your smartphones and other devices can listen to everything you say for ad targeting.
Meta-owned platforms have reportedly shown hundreds of ads for illicit drugs such as cocaine and ecstasy to users. The US lawmakers are now demanding answers from CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
In a rather surprising and unexpected move, Microsoft quietly stopped nagging Windows 10 users with full-screen Windows 11 upgrade ads, claiming the change was made "to honor your feedback."
Google may have found a new place to show ads on Google Maps. The search giant was found to be testing a new ad format that asks users whether they want a quick detour to a sponsored location nearby.
Google has been waging war on adblockers for a while now when it comes to blocking ads on YouTube. The company is now trying to make it impossible for traditional adblockers to block adverts.
Instagram is reportedly testing unskippable ads on its platform. Multiple users have reported seeing a feature called "Ad break" that runs advertisements of about three to five seconds in length.
After upsetting many people, Apple has released a new ad for iPad Pro called "Worlds Made on iPad." The ad shows what different animators can create using the same green screen setup and an iPad Pro.
A strange issue in YouTube is automatically skipping videos to the end. According to several user reports, it is happening to users with the AdBlock extension installed on their devices.
Microsoft is rolling out new updates for Windows 11. The good thing is that they fix bugs and improve security. The bad thing is that they introduce more ads, namely in the Start menu.
If the ever-increasing number of Windows 11 ads irritates you, this new app can help fix the situation. Aptly called "Oh F**k Go Back," the simple utility provides a fast and easy solution.
Roku has announced in its recent earnings call that it is planning to introduce video ads on its home screen. The experience, however, is expected to be less intrusive compared to the likes of Amazon.
Ads of the alleged Google Pixel 8a have surfaced online showing the various features of the device along with a confirmation of seven years of updates for Pixel 8a same as the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.
As expected, Microsoft started rolling out new Start menu ads to all Windows 11 users in the Stable Channel as part of the latest optional update. Fortunately, you can turn those ads off; here is how.
The latest Windows 11 preview build in the Beta Channel delivers a rather odd change to the Start menu. For some reason, the "Sign out" button is hidden behind a Microsoft 365 ad and other banners.
Microsoft recently got slammed by an ex-engineer for the "comically bad" performance of Windows 11. Following that, another former Windows guru has now criticized the company with a dose of sarcasm.
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