The Republican-led Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to approve Omnicom’s $13.5 billion merger with Interpublic Group, contingent upon a ban on steering ad spending based on political viewpoints. This unusual provision addresses concerns raised by Congress and Elon Musk regarding past advertiser boycotts against platforms like X, ensuring advertisers can still request avoidances without Omnicom enforcing political bias.
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Yale’s new Google Home smart lock is here — but it costs more thanks to tariffs
The Yale Smart Lock with Matter launches on June 24th for $189.99, reflecting a $20 price increase due to tariffs. Designed for Google Home and compatible with various platforms, it offers features like a backlit keypad, 12 months of battery life, and remote control via the Google Home app, though it lacks integration with security systems at launch. Need More Context? 🔎
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