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At its Brand Building Summit, Meta unveiled expanded ad options including Reels Trending Ads (ads that appear alongside popular Reels, sorted by category like beauty, animals, sports) and upgraded ad formats for Threads. These changes are intended to give marketers more creative reach and stronger alignment with culture-driven content.
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Google is experimenting with interactive refinement options embedded directly in Shopping Ads. This feature allows users to filter product listings within paid ad units, rather than relying solely on organic search filters. The move could drive higher engagement and click-through rates, while also reshaping the way advertisers optimise product campaigns. If rolled out, this change may redefine user experience in Shopping Ads, strengthening their role as a hybrid of organic discovery and paid performance.
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Geoff Cooper has been appointed as the new Chair of Channel 4, succeeding Sir Ian Cheshire. His mandate includes overseeing the selection of a new CEO, reinforcing a “digital-first public service streamer” model by 2030, expanding in-house content production, and helping Channel 4 better compete in a market shifting away from traditional TV. This signals a clear pivot in strategy to lean into streaming, content ownership, and stronger public service broadcasting goals.
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ITV has introduced a refreshed brand identity, developed in collaboration with Cornwall-based Studio Kiln. This marks the broadcaster’s most significant design update since the launch of ITVX in 2022. The new identity simplifies the system, strips back sub-channel signposting, and places the ITV Masterbrand firmly at the heart of its communications. The update aims to create a more cohesive and modern brand presence across all platforms.
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Amazon Ads has introduced significant changes to its advertising algorithm, emphasising the use of Auto campaigns and Broad match targeting. These adjustments aim to improve ad performance by reaching a broader audience and utilising AI-driven optimisations. Advertisers are encouraged to adapt their strategies to align with these new algorithmic shifts.
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