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Aug 12, 2024

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.

Aug 9, 2024

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.

Aug 7, 2024

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.

Apr 2, 2024

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.

Jan 19, 2024

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.

Sep 29, 2023

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.