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Apple quietly reveals how its Maps ads will differ from Google’s

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Per TechCrunch, Apple has published policies for its upcoming Maps advertising business with restrictions that set it apart from Google's model. Home services including plumbers, electricians, locksmiths, and roofers are explicitly prohibited from advertising on Maps, along with several other sensitive categories. The rules reveal Apple's strategy of carefully curating which businesses can reach users through its platform.

Source: https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/15/apple-quietly-reveals-h...

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