Ad Transparency & Brand Safety: A new take argues “brand safety” isn’t enough when algorithms decide who sees ads, what inventory gets bought, and how performance is reported—yet many campaigns still lack real transparency and independent verification. Political Advertising Scrutiny: A teacher running for Oklahoma superintendent faced criticism after using classroom resources to record a campaign ad, spotlighting how election messaging can blur into misuse of public assets. Travel Marketing Backlash: Marriott Bonvoy dropped a controversial tourism package tied to ethnically cleansed Artsakh after international pressure, showing how destination promotion can trigger fast reputational fallout. Gambling Ad Regulation: A Philippine bill would ban gambling ads, celebrity endorsements, and sponsorships nationwide, treating them like tobacco-style restrictions to protect minors. Platform & AI Ads Pressure: Multiple items across the week point to growing scrutiny of ad tech and AI-driven targeting, from misinformation risks to tighter rules on what platforms must disclose. Labor & Travel Disruption: WestJet flight attendants went on strike after contract talks failed, grounding hundreds of trips and forcing refunds or rebooking.