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CIM ONE: Belgium is once again becoming a global player in media measurement

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:52:51 +0200

Belgium is back on the global map of media measurement. With CIM ONE, the tripartite body comprising advertisers, media, and media agencies is building a system to measure local media and international platforms against a single objective standard. Luc Suykens, CEO of UBA (United Brands Association) speaks of a historic transformation. This has been made possible by something that rarely happens of its own accord: a tripartite body with its governance in place. “Governance is often called politics, but getting everyone on the same page before you start spending money is essential.”

Digital Omnibus : Who controls consent?

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:05:10 +0200

In our previous article, we explained why the Digital Omnibus matters for marketers, advertisers and media companies. We examined the concerns surrounding Article 88a and the potential impact on independent audience measurement, transparency and competition. In this article, we turn to Article 88b and examine how industry organisations are working to shape a balanced outcome.

Digital Omnibus : Why audience measurement is at stake

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:30:27 +0200

When the European Commission launched its Digital Omnibus initiative, it looked like a technical effort to simplify Europe’s digital rules and boost competitiveness. Many marketers initially overlooked it, seeing a dense debate about privacy rules, consent signals and GDPR changes. Yet behind that legal language is a reform that could reshape audience measurement and the balance of power in Europe’s digital media market.