Gambling Ad Reform (Australia): Labor and the Coalition struck a deal to push a new opt-out “one-stop shop” for online betting ads, add limits on inducements, and tighten broadcast rules (including bans around kids’ programming and live sport). Influencer Compliance (South Africa): The ARB warned brands that “#ad/#sponsored” isn’t enough—sponsorship intent and clear disclosure are key to avoid misleading influencer marketing. Youth Safety Lawsuit (Meta): Meta faces a federal trial in four U.S. states over claims its platforms harm youth, with regulators alleging deceptive design and targeted ads. Data Privacy Push (Ireland): Ireland’s Data Protection Commission backed a high-impact “Pause Before You Post” sharenting warning campaign, spending €615k and citing massive reach. Health Ad Scrutiny (Namibia): Namibia’s medicines regulator flagged unregistered GLP-1 and peptide weight-loss products sold online, warning of contamination and counterfeit risks. Music Creator Marketing: Sound.me hit 3M creators across 61 countries, scaling pay-per-approved-post music promotion on TikTok, Reels and Shorts. Retail Media/Branding: UTEP added GECU sponsor patches to uniforms under new NCAA ad rules, while ABS-CBN reported softer ad-driven revenues in H1. Outdoor/OOH Buzz: Publicis Spain’s “What’s in my Vag?” billboard-style campaign for Vagisil turned station commuters into a social-media moment.