Understanding advertising: the UK's ad concerns
The ASA’s latest report sheds light on public concerns about advertising, focusing on context, portrayal and misleadingness. Alex Lowe reports.
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ASA and CAP 2024 annual report: enhancing ad monitoring with AI
The ASA and CAP’s 2024 annual report highlights significant enhancements in ad monitoring using AI. Millie Bird reports.
Broad influence: Stuart takes the gambling wicket without breaking the rules
ASA says no simple wins!
The ASA rules against online gambling provider, PokerStars, for its socially irresponsible advertisement. The ruling serves as a reminder to take a cautious and responsible approach in creating gambling advertisements. Thuvaraka Balamurali and Ben Nicholson report.
Celebrity craze: ASA reveals what captivates young audiences in ads
ASA research highlights the importance of understanding youth engagement with celebrities to better protect children from gambling ads. Millie Bird reports.
Advertising codes updated: how the DMCCA has impacted the advertising codes
CAP and BCAP codes have been amended following the UCPs provisions in the DMCCA coming into force on 6 April 2025. Josephine O’Dowd reports.
ASA delivers its top tips to marketers of age-restricted ads
The ASA has given its top tips on how to ensure children are not exposed to age-restricted ads. Melissa Woodfield reports.
ASA rules against Festival Free Bets
ASA crackdown on influencer Grace Beverley
ASA report: age-restricted TV ads ‘time-out’ from children’s screens continues
ProgressPlay’s new customer promotion: a misleading bet that left JeffBet users upset
The ASA has ruled against ProgressPlay t/a JeffBet after finding it did not make promotional eligibility requirements clear. Polly Hatcher and Ben Nicholson report.
Rock solid: Chris Rock not of strong appeal to children
Chris Rock, who appeared in a gambling advert on television, has not been deemed of strong appeal to children. Ben Nicholson and Piya Kher report.
