Meta subscription launch ‘not just about making money’
Meta claims that plans to launch ad-free subscription versions of both Facebook and Instagram in the EU are not about…
ASA puts Turkish ‘cosmetic tourism’ ads under the knife
The ad watchdog has launched a major crackdown on so-called “cosmetic tourism”, banning three separate ads for clinics operating out…
TikTok ‘not even close to Facebook’ in marketers’ eyes
TikTok may be talking a good game for advertisers but it still has a long way to go to get…
Meta calls staff back to office for three days – or else
Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram parent Meta has warned staff that they must return to the office for at least three…
Meta dragged kicking and screaming into ad opt-out
Five years and countless hours of legal wrangling later, Meta has finally bowed to pressure to offer consumers an opt-in and…
Can’t get it up? Meta refuses erectile dysfunction ad
Meta has been accused of turning its back on those who suffer from erectile dysfunction after both Facebook and Instagram…
Meta heralds Threads launch but EU battles rage on
Facebook and Instagram owner Meta might be hailing the launch of its new rival to Twitter but the tech giant…
‘Funny’ Valentine’s ad gets tongue-lashing from ASA
A fitness company’s bright idea to post a “humorous” Valentine’s Day ad, which featured a man seemingly about to perform…
Brits stop grazing on social media to feast on inspiration
Brands need to adapt to a new era of social media, with consumers are no longer spending hours simply “passing…
Meta ruling blows US data transfers out of the water
The DMA has waded into the debate over data transfers between the EU and the US following yesterday’s record GDPR…