Porn, Piracy, Fraud

2/23/2023

This article investigates the issue of Google's display ads inadvertently funding piracy, pornography, and fraud. It reveals that despite Google's efforts to prevent ads appearing on websites that violate its policies, ads from reputable companies still ended up on such sites. The article discusses how Google's programmatic advertising system and lack of human oversight contribute to this problem. It highlights the challenges in identifying and blacklisting offending websites due to the constant evolution of online content. The article emphasizes the need for effective measures to prevent legitimate advertisers from inadvertently funding illicit activities through online ads.

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