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flag Google ended a UK TV-viewing tracking project due to data policy concerns, sparking industry backlash.

flag Google has halted a UK audience measurement project comparing YouTube viewership on TV with traditional television, after sending legal notices to Barb and Kantar Media. flag The initiative used audio-matching technology to track viewing across platforms, but Google said it violated its data policies, particularly around API usage. flag The move has drawn criticism from broadcasters, advertisers, and industry groups who argue it undermines transparency and contradicts YouTube’s positioning as a TV-equivalent platform. flag While YouTube remains measured by other firms like Ipsos and Nielsen, the suspension limits cross-platform comparisons crucial for ad planning. flag The dispute highlights ongoing tensions over data access and accountability in digital media measurement.

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