Political Ads & AI Scrutiny: Lawmakers and watchdogs are pushing for tighter rules on deceptive AI-generated campaign ads, with calls to restrict AI-powered targeting and paid influencer practices ahead of key elections. Platform Advertising Practices: Meta and other platforms are under renewed pressure after reports of AI “nudify” ads circulating at scale, raising fresh questions about ad policy enforcement and cross-border ad buying. Regulation & Consumer Impact: In the Philippines, the Energy Regulatory Commission ordered Meralco to refund about P9.5 billion to consumers, while critics argue repeated refunds point to deeper billing and regulation problems. Public Safety & Trust: Authorities are also warning about scams using fake job ads and misleading ad placements, as regulators and police intensify enforcement against fraud tied to online advertising. Sports Marketing Moments: Tennis and basketball storylines are driving attention in local media cycles, from Alex Eala’s DC Open run to PBA drama—reminding brands how quickly sports narratives can become ad-adjacent buzz.