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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Meta sues Brazilians for using deepfakes in false health product ads

Meta is suing individuals and companies in Brazil, China, and Vietnam for using deepfake technology to create fake advertisements featuring celebrities and well-known brands.

Feb 26 โ€ข 23:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
Crime & Justice

A man who defrauded buyers of cars and their parts will face trial

A man in Lithuania faces trial for defrauding multiple buyers of cars and car parts through fake online advertisements.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Constitutional Court Rules 'Bundled Sales of Ads between Terrestrial and Local/Small Broadcasters' Constitutional

The Constitutional Court of Korea has upheld the system of bundling advertisements from terrestrial broadcasters with those from local and small broadcasters as constitutional.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Fraud of false rental advertisement: woman is arrested in DF after 37 complaints

A woman was arrested in Brazil for allegedly scamming people with fake rental advertisements, resulting in numerous complaints.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Partial Findings of Aurelijaus Veryga's Presidential Campaign Advertisements Recognized as Justified

The report concludes that campaign messages related to Aurelijaus Veryga's presidential candidacy were found to have characteristics of political advertising, leading to a request for financial report adjustments.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The National Power Party Halts Name Change and Removes Outdoor Advertisements

The National Power Party of South Korea has halted its plans to change its name and has quietly removed outdoor advertisements related to the new branding.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

EU Wants Salary Levels in Job Advertisements. Czechia is not in a Hurry

The European Union aims to require salary information in job advertisements, while Czechia is lagging in implementing this change.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

New blond jokes? Very ridiculous! Car repair shop advertisements create a furor

A car repair workshop in Tallinn, Autostaap, faces criticism for its humorous advertisements that many perceive as belittling women, employees, and people with disabilities.

Feb 20 โ€ข 19:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

"Thank you for the alert": Interpellated by the Sleeping Giants collective, Kiabi removes its advertisements from the Cnews channel

The clothing brand Kiabi has withdrawn its advertisements from the Cnews channel following pressure from the Sleeping Giants collective, which advocates for advertisers to avoid problematic platforms.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Publishers report fraudulent advertisements to the EU

Publishers in Sweden have reported fraudulent advertisements on Facebook to the EU Commission, claiming they violate regulations under the Digital Services Act.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Are the sponsors of Channel Zero fleeing after the loud material about Russia? Stanowski cuts through the speculation

Companies like STS and XTB have pulled their advertisements from a segment of the controversial series on Russia by journalist Maria Wiernikowska.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Zero Channel's Report on Russia Caused an Uproar. There is a New Episode. Sponsors' Significant Reaction

A new episode of the series featuring Maria Wiernikowska's journey through Russia sparked controversy, prompting sponsors to request the removal of their advertisements from the program.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

The University Lottery Warns of Scammers

The University Lottery of Iceland has issued a warning about fraudulent advertisements on social media that claim to sell lottery tickets.

Feb 15 โ€ข 20:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

AI Companies Dominated the Super Bowl: Bad Sign

The 2026 Super Bowl was heavily influenced by AI company advertisements, raising concerns about potential economic downturns in the tech industry.

Feb 15 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Your Secrets are in Danger.. Warning Against Exposing ChatGPT User Confessions

A former researcher at OpenAI warns that integrating advertisements into ChatGPT may endanger user privacy as sensitive information could be exploited for profit.

Feb 14 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Job Ads - Trap: How the Fraud Under the Pretense of Job Finding Is Set Up

Job scams disguised as legitimate employment opportunities are on the rise in Greece, exploiting individuals' need for work and dreams of overseas opportunities.

Feb 13 โ€ข 16:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer blasts Reform's 'racist rhetoric' as MP doubles down on ads rant

Keir Starmer criticizes Reform MP Sarah Pochin for her remarks on the representation of Black and Asian individuals in advertisements, accusing her party of promoting racist rhetoric.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why I left OpenAI after the start of ad testing on ChatGPT

A former OpenAI researcher explains their resignation following the company's decision to test advertisements in ChatGPT, raising concerns about the implications for user trust and the direction of AI development.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Amr Diab, Moen, and the anticipated appearance of Abla Kamel: The top stars of Ramadan 2026 advertisements

The 2026 Ramadan season brings a competitive edge to advertisements featuring prominent artists, making them an essential element alongside the traditional dramas.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Scientist at OpenAI resigns in protest against ads being introduced to ChatGPT

A researcher at OpenAI has resigned due to the company's decision to introduce advertisements in ChatGPT, mirroring practices seen at Facebook and Meta.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

It is #FAKE: advertisement for a medicine that cures blurred vision; scam uses AI-made videos and images of Ana Maria Braga and Drauzio Varella

Fake advertisements are circulating on social media promoting a non-existent medicine for blurred vision and cataracts, misleading patients with fabricated testimonials and AI-generated imagery.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Children in England โ€˜bombardedโ€™ with online ads for harmful products

A study reveals that children in England are frequently exposed to harmful products through online advertisements, including weight-loss drugs and steroid offerings.

Feb 10 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

OpenAI to Start Showing Ads to ChatGPT Users in the United States

OpenAI is set to introduce advertisements to its ChatGPT users in the United States to boost revenue amid rising operational costs.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Children 'bombarded' with online ads for appearance-changing products, commissioner says

A report by the Children's Commissioner reveals that children are increasingly exposed to harmful online advertisements promoting appearance-changing products like Botox, fillers, and weight loss drugs, posing significant risks for their self-esteem and health.

Feb 10 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Blurred Advertisements, Journalists Leaving: The Storm Following the Zero Channel Report

The Zero Channel's recent report on daily life in Kaliningrad, titled 'A Great Expedition into Russia,' has sparked widespread criticism from journalists and the Ukrainian embassy.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

ChatGPT Gets Advertising. For Now Only in the USA

ChatGPT has started to incorporate advertisements, initially rolling out this feature exclusively in the United States.

Feb 10 โ€ข 13:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

ChatGPT begins to show advertising on free accounts and in its cheapest plan

OpenAI has started testing contextual advertisements in ChatGPT for users on free and Go plans in the U.S.

Feb 10 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
Sports

The advertisements are more sour and stranger than the humor in the foreground

The article discusses the evolution of Super Bowl advertisements, highlighting their increasing complexity and the cultural significance surrounding them.

Feb 10 โ€ข 07:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Cities in Europe Ban Meat Advertising: "This is our act of responsibility"

Several European cities are implementing bans on advertisements for meat and high-emission products as part of environmental protection efforts.

Feb 10 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Bet, the Ugly': Artist Threatened with Lawsuit After Satire with Gambling Site Advertisements Sponsoring Olinda Carnival

Catarina DeeJah faces legal threats from a gambling platform due to her satirical work criticizing its excessive advertising during the Olinda Carnival.

Feb 10 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Super Bowl 2026: Cultural takeaways and what it says about the USA today

The 2026 Super Bowl not only showcased the sporting event but also reflected the cultural zeitgeist of the USA through its entertainment acts and advertisements.

Feb 9 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Overview: Super Bowl ads featured stars, self-irony, and competitor jabs

An overview of the standout advertisements from this year's Super Bowl highlights creative campaigns featuring celebrities and humor.

Feb 9 โ€ข 08:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Best Super Bowl Ads. What Were This Year's and Those from Previous Years

The article discusses the best Super Bowl advertisements from this year and past years, highlighting trends and significant moments in advertising during the event.

Feb 9 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

The War of Negative Advertisements in the Artificial Intelligence Industry Begins

The Super Bowl marked the beginning of a negative advertising campaign in the artificial intelligence sector involving competitors Anthropic and OpenAI.

Feb 9 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The health of the intestine

The article discusses the misleading advertisements for dietary supplements that trivialize serious intestinal issues by promoting over-the-counter solutions instead of encouraging proper medical consultations.

Feb 9 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Electronic Verification: Turkey's Weapon to Regulate Real Estate and End Fake Advertisements

Turkey is implementing a strict electronic verification system to regulate its tumultuous real estate market and eliminate fake property advertisements.

Feb 8 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government to Inspect Illegal Banners Ahead of Lunar New Year Holiday

The South Korean government is preparing to conduct inspections for illegal banners in anticipation of an increase in festive greetings and election-related advertisements during the Lunar New Year holiday.

Feb 8 โ€ข 03:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

Amsterdam bans all meat advertisements on public surfaces

Amsterdam's city council unanimously voted to ban all meat advertisements on public surfaces as part of a broader trend towards reduced meat consumption among citizens.

Feb 7 โ€ข 17:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

Best Car Ads: ล koda Superb 2.0 TDI from 2018

The article highlights popular car ads on the Index.hr platform, featuring various vehicle types including family sedans and SUVs.

Feb 7 โ€ข 13:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
Sports

Super Bowl 2026 in numbers: 10 million for an ad, 8,000 dollars for a ticket, and 1.8 billion in bets

The Super Bowl, returning to Santa Clara, California, this Sunday, generates immense financial activity, including $10 million for advertisements, $8,000 for tickets, and $1.8 billion in bets.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Ten years ago it sounded everywhere: the viral song that was born from a clothing ad

The article discusses how certain songs, particularly a viral hit from ten years ago, became popular through their association with television advertisements, influencing how audiences connect music with brands.

Feb 5 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

The Fight for the Owner of TVN. Netflix's Opponent Placed Paid Ads in European Press

Paramount Skydance continues its efforts to acquire the owner of TVN by placing paid advertisements in European press featuring a letter from CEO David Ellison to potential interested parties.

Feb 5 โ€ข 16:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Claude vs. ChatGPT: four ironic videos that unleash the war between AI in 2026

Claude AI has released four advertisements criticizing ChatGPT's recent decision to include advertising on its platform.

Feb 5 โ€ข 16:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Study: Alcohol Advertisements Increase Desire to Drink

A recent study indicates that alcohol advertisements subtly yet effectively influence viewers' desire to consume alcohol, focusing on attention and decision-making processes.

Feb 5 โ€ข 16:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Titan Clash: Anthropic claims Claude will have no ads while OpenAI defends ChatGPT's ad model

Anthropic has announced that its chatbot Claude will not include advertisements, contrasting with OpenAI's decision to integrate ads into ChatGPT.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Sports

The million-dollar costs for an advertisement during the Super Bowl

Costs for advertisements during Super Bowl LX are reaching up to $10 million, with an average of $8 million for a 30-second spot, according to NBCUniversal's advertising director.

Feb 3 โ€ข 23:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Poland faces sanctions for violating EU law regarding pharmacy advertisements

The European Commission is concerned about Poland's slow progress in amending pharmacy advertising laws to comply with a June 2025 ruling from the CJEU, as the current ban violates EU law.

Feb 3 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Housing has requested the removal of more than 86,000 advertisements for tourist apartments without an official registration number

The Ministry of Housing has asked real estate portals to remove over 86,000 advertisements for tourist apartments that do not comply with legal requirements.

Feb 2 โ€ข 17:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'Barbie do Crime' was convicted of scamming over 100 people with imported product ads on social media; remember

Bruna Cristine Menezes de Castro, known as 'Barbie do Crime,' was arrested and convicted for scamming over 100 individuals through social media advertisements for imported products, resulting in community service and a fine in 2015, and she was rearrested recently in Goiรขnia.

Feb 2 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
World

Six platforms remove a hundred advertisements for tourist accommodations in Israeli settlements in Palestine

Six platforms have removed over a hundred advertisements for tourist accommodations in occupied Palestinian territories following a request from the Ministry of Consumption.

Feb 2 โ€ข 11:17 UTC

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