Political Influencer Disclosure: California’s election ad rules are colliding with influencer marketing, after a major creator ran a paid Instagram endorsement with a “This is an ad” disclaimer—highlighting the push to fine creators who don’t disclose campaign payments. Ad-Tech & Measurement: Nielsen is buying DoubleVerify in a $2.15B deal, signaling continued consolidation in ad verification and measurement. Platform Safety & Compliance: Meta faces scrutiny after a $567M child-safety ruling tied to AI-generated CSAM imagery in ads, adding pressure on disclosure and moderation practices. Direct Marketing Crackdown: Kenya’s ODPC found Bar Next Door liable for unsolicited marketing SMS sent without consent, rejecting opt-out claims via carrier short codes. Local Lodging Tax Fight: Minnesota’s Ely-area lodging tax board faces governance turmoil as Fall Lake weighs leaving the joint powers setup—potentially shifting about $120K in annual tax revenue and reshaping local tourism ad budgets. AI & Search/Ads: Multiple reports point to the next wave of AI-driven ad formats and targeting, while regulators and platforms tighten rules around pricing, disclosures, and tracking.