Xbox Wants What TV Has (As In, Ads); Meta’s Link Toll
Xbox gets into the TV biz; Meta is testing a new monetization model; and who wants to be a hold, anyway?
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Google Ends Spam Update, Shares Crawl Timing Ranges – SEO Pulse via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern
Google's spam update finishes, a talk recap puts site moves in months, Search Console combines countries, and new guidance targets fake author profiles.
Programmatic & TV
The Apple Bites Back
Apple has a new block list for data brokers and ad tech vendors that do cross-site user tracking – which could expand to include a much broader slate of ad tech and martech vendors across the entire ecosystem. Plus: a few thoughts on Advertising Week New York.
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How To Scale AI Video Ads For Small Business Clients: One Storyline For TikTok, Reels & AI Search
Explore how to scale AI video ads with a single storyline for TikTok, Reels, and AI search to maximize impact.
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Google tests new design for ads at bottom of AI Mode responses
Google is testing a new design for ads at the bottom of AI Mode responses, replacing the grey background with a white background and black border.
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Threads recognizes top posts with Gems
The in-app rewards system will automatically select original posts and replies that bring value and spark discussion, per the company.
Programmatic & TV
How MLB Made an Urgent Pitch to Fans for the 2026 Playoffs
The MLB playoffs are seeing a ratings boost, and some of the credit likely goes to the league's 'No Time Like October' campaign.