Techmeme Ride Home Mon. 06/16 – What Happens When Search Abandons The Web?
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Jun 16, 2025 WhatsApp is stepping into the ad game, raising eyebrows about user privacy. Trump's new smartphone venture promises a shiny gold device powered by major carriers. Meanwhile, AI is shaking up advertising, with TikTok introducing tools that could revolutionize small business marketing. As Google Search faces challenges from AI-driven alternatives, the conventional internet landscape is being redefined. This transformation could reshape how we navigate online, signaling a pivotal moment for the future of search technologies.
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WhatsApp Ads Change Philosophy
- WhatsApp introducing ads in its Updates tab changes its ad-free philosophy but keeps private chats free from ads.
- Meta collects limited data for ad targeting yet intends to protect privacy in personal communications.
Trump Mobile and T1 Phone Launch
- The Trump Organization announced Trump Mobile and a $499 US-designed gold smartphone.
- The service offers 5G via major carriers with no contracts or credit checks, aiming for a high-quality US-based experience.
Amazon and Roku Ad Pact Boosts Reach
- Amazon Ads and Roku's pact will reach over 80% of US connected-TV households using Amazon's DSP.
- This integration shows increased ad reach and efficiency benefiting advertisers with less viewer ad fatigue.