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GARM vs X: A case of good cause, bad execution
"Advertisers have a responsibility to act in the best interests of their shareholders and customers, but that does not give them the right to flout anti-cartel laws," argues Darren Woolley, highlighting the complexities of brand safety in the wake of GARM's dissolution.
WFA dissolves brand safety coalition GARM following X lawsuit
The abrupt announcement comes just days after the organisation and several advertisers, including Unilever and Mars, were accused by X of illegally withholding spending from the social media platform.
Musk’s X sues advertisers over alleged ‘illegal boycott’
“We tried peace for two years, now it is war,” Musk posted on X about the lawsuit following a significant dip in adspend on the platform since 2023.
Brand marketing procurement teams unhappy with their KPIs: WFA study
TOP OF THE CHARTS: People who set targets in organisations often lack a comprehensive understanding of marketing, which amplifies the divisions between procurement, marketing, and other departments within the company, according to a study by the WFA.
Media agencies and clients must put a stop to 'dirty attention'
Marty Davies explores why a reckoning is coming for disinformation in the ad industry.
WFA census shows Japan faces the highest inclusivity challenges
Japan trails far behind in terms of how companies deal with discrimination, negative behaviours, mental health, and diversity and inclusion perceptions, according to WFA's second WFA global census.
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