The DL: Starting this week, Facebook and Instagram advertisers using iOS devices will face a 30% fee from Apple unless they switch to using facebook.com or instagram.com on desktop PC. Initially rolled out in the U.S. in February, this change is now global. Meta criticizes the fee as anti-competitive and has developed web-based processes to help advertisers avoid these charges. Advertisers should reconsider their approach to avoid the additional costs.

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The DL: Verizon is bundling internet services with popular streaming options like Netflix and Disney+ in their new "myHome" program. Their brand refresh focuses on integrated and customizable consumer experiences. This change will rapidly expand the advertising pool as Verizon brings in more streaming audiences, providing marketers with a more consistent and reliable base for targeted advertising.

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The DL: The AI industry is facing challenges and progress, including safety delays, data scarcity, and regulatory issues. AI is transforming workplaces, increasing demand for consultants, and prompting new tools from Google and Mozilla. If you have five minutes, this article is a must-read. It covers everything from AI-generated ads, copyright lawsuits, and Hollywood unions establishing rules to protect workers from AI displacement.

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