An AI video ad is making a splash. Is it the future of advertising?
The over-the-top ad combines the energy of Grand Theft Auto with the drama of the NBA Finals — all created by AI. Is it a sign of things to come?
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An Elon Musk-backed political group is posting fake Kamala Harris ads on Facebook
Ads seemingly advocating for Vice President Harris on Facebook are really part of an effort by a dark money group to mislead voters. The messages have been viewed millions of times.
Zara pulls ad campaign that critics said resembled Gaza destruction
The multinational fashion retailer Zara said it regrets a "misunderstanding" about its latest ad campaign after public outcry over images that some said evoked the war in Gaza.
Scream time: Has your kid been frightened by a horror movie trailer?
Ads for horror movies and TV shows seem to be everywhere around Halloween — including during shows that kids might be watching. Avoiding them is a challenge.
Balenciaga is suing the producers of its own ad campaign after facing backlash
The luxury fashion house is taking legal action against the production company North Six after back-to-back ad campaigns have left the luxury fashion house embroiled in controversy.
Want to know what message midterm candidates think will win? Follow the money
Ad spending by Democrats on abortion-related messaging took off after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Meanwhile, Republican spending on crime ads tripled in September.
Campaign signs influence how we vote more than you might realize
Especially in local races, political signs can drive name recognition in important ways. In one study, they even helped elevate a fictitious candidate to near the front of the pack.
3 warning signs about the economy coming out of America's top companies
Companies are bracing for potential trouble ahead by lowering their advertising budgets, cutting costs and adapting to their customers' changing spending habits.
Facing Backlash, Hallmark Channel Says It Will 'Reinstate' Ad Of Lesbian Brides
The ad for the wedding planning site Zola shows two women kissing after saying "I do." Hallmark had been pressured to drop the spot by a group that complained the ad promoted homosexuality.
