Microsoft Monetize adds Copilot deal troubleshooting, richer OpenRTB buyer signals and confirms AppNexus Prebid adapter shutdown in early 2027
Reddit Ads launches campaign planner, campaign optimization score and wider campaign budget optimization
YouTube Demand Gen October Drop: Data Strength Uplift metric, Data Manager and enhanced conversions coming to DV360 and GA
Display & Video 360 API v5 enters public beta, moving Customer Match management to the Data Manager API
Google Marketing Platform Drop: Gemini-curated DV360 Marketplace bundles, LinkedIn CTV inventory in DV360 and new SA360 Home
Google Ads opens UAE targeting to licensed crypto exchanges, wallets, CFDs and rolling spot forex from October 21
Google Ads replaces CSAE policy with standalone Child Safety policy and two enforcement tiers from January 11, 2027
Google Ads to require Financial Services Verification in the US and Canada from early 2027
Pinterest API adds media library asset management and background style selection for catalog ads
X unveils X Lift, an AI-powered ads product built around destination and goal setup
TikTok bans online gambling ads in Brazil
Reddit restates political ads rules for the 2026 US elections, including AMA requirement and AI labels
Snapchat research says Snap Map reaches 450M monthly users and Promoted Places outperform utility map pins
Snapchat Ads API adds Unified Attribution eligibility, Target Cost checks and AI self-declaration for media
Meta and Sierra preview Personal Agent Protocol, an open standard for AI agents dealing with businesses
Display & Video 360 Q4 2026: Brand Control Center change, Floodlight signed-in conversions, YouTube branding dates clarified
Google Ads October policy updates: in-account gambling certification, YouTube Masthead for gambling, Colombia lottery, Connecticut prediction markets
Google Ads API moves to two releases per month with a published 2026-2027 sunset schedule
Google Ads adds channel prioritization and budget allocation controls for Search, Shopping, PMax and Demand Gen
Google Ads API v26 released with breaking changes to hotel bid modifiers and conversion settings