Platform Outage: Meta’s Facebook and Instagram went down for many users, with “high disruptions” reported for Ads Manager tools like Ads Creation/Editing and Ads Delivery/Reporting, leaving advertisers scrambling. Regulated Creator Economy: China launched a crackdown on unqualified influencers, with fines up to 100,000 yuan and mass account removals for creators offering finance, medical, legal, or education advice without verified credentials. Ad Fraud & Misleading Claims: China also moved against a viral “goose leg auntie” after she admitted her roadside duck meat was cheaper duck, triggering consumer-misleading allegations. Sports Marketing Spotlight: Cannes Lions returns June 22–25, with a new Lions Sport program (June 24–25) aimed at reshaping sports creativity and growth. Retail Media & Measurement: Walmart Connect enabled offline shopper measurement in YouTube campaigns, pushing more closed-loop thinking into ad performance. Local Marketing Wins: Pool Pros Marketing touted a 2026 ranking for pool-builder marketing, leaning on search visibility and lead-gen claims for California builders. Safety Warning for Buyers: A South Africa case highlighted how Facebook Marketplace scams can turn violent, urging public meetups and secure viewing spots. Big Tech IPO Buzz: SpaceX’s Nasdaq debut drew massive retail interest, with early trading indications around $175—fueling broader investor attention on brand visibility and capital markets.