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Twitter carves out ‘cause-based’ advocacy exemption in political ads ban

Jack Dorsey announced Twitter's decision to craft the policy in October.

On Nov 15, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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OnMyWay pays drivers to put down their phones, but at what cost?

This app will pay you to put your phone away, but at what cost?

On Nov 7, 2019 by Brooke Sjoberg

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Will Twitter’s new political ad policy exempt fossil fuel companies?

Twitter argues the policy is still in the works after questions were raised over climate ads.

On Nov 5, 2019 by Mikael Thalen

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Campaign ads have always lied—so why are we freaking out about Facebook?

It helps to have some perspective.

On Nov 1, 2019 by Roger Sollenberger

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Twitter will ban all political advertising before 2020 election

'We believe political message reach should be earned, not bought.'

On Oct 30, 2019 by Mikael Thalen

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The LAPD ran a recruitment ad on far-right website Breitbart (updated)

After backlash, the LAPD opened an investigation into the matter.

On Sep 29, 2019 by Eilish O'Sullivan

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Chilling ad by Sandy Hook Promise features kids using school supplies during a shooting

'Survive the school year with these must-have back to school essentials.'

On Sep 18, 2019 by Claire Goforth

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Snapchat just made all political ads purchased publicly available

Snapchat wants to ensure transparency ahead of the 2020 election.

On Sep 16, 2019 by Eilish O'Sullivan

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Here’s how much money Democratic presidential candidates are spending on Facebook

It's a political data nerd's wet dream come true

On Aug 7, 2019 by Claire Goforth

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Patent shows Facebook may insert ads into private Messenger conversations

The company denies it will actually implement the idea.

On Aug 2, 2019 by Mikael Thalen

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Tulsi Gabbard is suing Google for $50 million

Her campaign claims the tech giant tried to 'silence her.'

On Jul 25, 2019 by Tiffanie Drayton

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What is Amazon Outlet? Everything you need to know

Amazon does clearance sales too–and this is where they are.

On Jul 25, 2019 by Colette Bennett

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Report: Facebook’s political ad transparency tool is full of bugs

The tool reportedly has been hard for researchers to use.

On Jul 25, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Facebook to reveal more ad targeting data to users in new update

You'll be able to see more about why you're seeing certain ads.

On Jul 11, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Uber Eats joins the ranks of bad Pride campaigns

'We just want you to pay your drivers.'

On Jun 27, 2019 by Brooke Sjoberg