CISR Launches Responsible Influence Certification Program
The Responsible Influence Certification Program will empower creators and foster accountability across the $37 billion creator economy.
AI & Kids Risk Matrix Published
The Generative AI & Kids Risk Matrix helps companies identify and mitigate AI-related risks specific to children.
Register for NAD 2026
Registration is open for the National Advertising Division 2026 Annual Conference, which will take place in New York, NY on September 28-29, 2026.
The COPPA Rule
This is a big year for children's privacy. The FTC's revised Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule is in effect. CARU breaks down what you need to know.
Influencer Trust Index Released
This study assesses consumer trust in the $24B influencer marketing industry, as well as consumer expectations regarding disclosure of material connections.
Political Ads Guidance
The Digital Advertising Accountability Program has issued new guidance on How to Ensure Transparency in Political Advertising to educate advertisers sponsorship transparency requirements for online and mobile political ads.
Automotive Disputes
BBB AUTO LINE helps settle vehicle warranty and lemon law disputes without the need for an attorney. But it is important to understand eligibility, which can depend on a number of factors.
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The Front Lines Of Trust In The AI Era: Why Good Corporate Governance Is A Business Imperative
For much of modern business history, corporate governance operated within relatively stable boundaries. Boards hired the CEO and provided oversight. Management executed strategy. And compliance, legal, human resources and finance functions helped organizations satisfy legal and regulatory obligations. Those responsibilities remain essential. What has changed is the environment in which organizations operate.
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2026 National Advertising Division Annual Conference
September 28-29, 2026New York NY
The National Advertising Division (NAD) annual conference, NAD 2026, will convene advertising and legal professionals, academic and industry experts, government officials, and businesses of all sizes to examine and navigate the dynamic advertising landscape, best practices and trends, and perspectives on what’s coming next.