AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAd-Tech Scrutiny: The FTC alleges Amazon inflated ad-auction prices by as much as 250%, putting its advertising practices under fresh scrutiny. Media Deals: The New York Times is in exclusive talks to buy Letterboxd for about $330 million. The film platform has 30 million users, and a deal would expand the publisher’s reach beyond news. Election Spending: Political advertising lifted Entravision’s broadcast revenue, while the US midterms drove record ad spending and drew millions to influencer livestreams. AI Rules: Pennsylvania has joined California in requiring disclosures for AI-generated performers in ads, as regulators elsewhere move to curb AI-washing. Local Media: The UK named 50 local publishers for grants of up to £125,000 each, funding reporting, technology and local advertising efforts. Marketing Moves: American Express named Jess Ling its next CMO, while Allwyn UK created its first CMO role. TK Maxx also returned with a Christmas ad after a three-year break.
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