The Vistalaro Signal

Belgian digital marketing, in 2 minutes a day.

Every day, the essentials of what's moving, online advertising, AI, GDPR, e-commerce, decoded for SMEs. Short, concrete, useful.

Why this Signal?  Because staying up to date shouldn't take an hour. We read, sort, and keep what matters for your business, and tell you what to do with it.
Digital advertising & EU regulation4 August 2026

Infinite scroll on Facebook and Instagram: Brussels threatens Meta with a fine of 6% of global revenue

The European Commission finds that infinite scroll on Facebook and Instagram breaches the DSA. Meta risks a fine of up to 6% of its global revenue.

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Social media & regulation3 August 2026

Social media and minors: France bans, Belgium still debates

France bans social media for under-15s from September. Belgium promises a similar law, but stays stuck between federal and Flemish positions.

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Digital Advertising & AI31 July 2026

Agentic DOOH: when AI agents decide where your ads appear

At Cannes Lions 2026, Displayce launched a suite of AI agents steering digital out-of-home via MCP. What this new category means for Belgian advertisers.

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Web Development & Compliance30 July 2026

E-invoicing: Belgium is already preparing the 2028 step after Peppol

On 18 July 2026, Belgium formalised near real-time e-reporting from 2028, built on Peppol. What SMEs need to check right now.

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Email Marketing & GDPR29 July 2026

Email marketing: Belgium's data protection authority fines a complex opt-out

Belgium's DPA approved a €5,000 settlement against a company over non-compliant email prospecting. What SMEs need to check.

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Social Media & E-commerce28 July 2026

TikTok Shop in Belgium: 4.3 million users, what's the opportunity for SMEs?

TikTok Shop has been live in Belgium since 15 June 2026. What these 4.3 million users and the new seller rules mean for SMEs.

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Cybersecurity & Web27 July 2026

Cyberattacks +23% in Belgium: is your website actually protected?

Blocked cyberattacks in Belgium jumped 23% in Q2 2026. What these CCB figures mean for your business website's security.

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SEO & AI24 July 2026

Google AI Overviews: the opt-out button, and why to think twice

Google rolls out AI Overviews in France with a Search Console button to opt out. What it means for Belgian SMEs.

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Advertising & AI23 July 2026

ChatGPT ads are coming to France: should Belgian SMEs get ready?

OpenAI is preparing to bring ChatGPT ads to France, Germany and Ireland. What it already means for Belgian SMEs.

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Communication & Artificial Intelligence22 July 2026

Crisis communication in Belgium: Belga and FirstHour.ai bet on AI for the first hour

Belga and Belgian start-up FirstHour.ai have teamed up to help organisations react faster during a crisis, with AI supporting, not replacing, human expertise.

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Web Development & Compliance21 July 2026

€200,000 in fines: what digital accessibility now requires from your website

Since June 2025, digital accessibility has been a legal requirement for Belgian e-commerce sites. What changes, who is affected, and how to prepare.

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Advertising & Urban Design20 July 2026

130 totems, one Red Dot Award: what Brussels metro's new design reveals for local marketing

STIB won a Red Dot Award for its 130 new digital totems in the Brussels metro. What this award-winning design reveals about local advertising and urban digital signage.

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Advertising & Social Media17 July 2026

Meta faces a fine of up to 6% of global revenue: what Brussels wants changed on Facebook and Instagram

The European Commission finds that Meta breaches the Digital Services Act with the infinite scroll and autoplay of Facebook and Instagram. What this means for your ad campaigns.

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Advertising & Influencer Marketing16 July 2026

Influencer marketing in Belgium: 80% of checked accounts still don't disclose ads

A Belgian Economic Inspectorate survey finds that 80% of checked Belgian influencers still don't consistently disclose commercial posts, and 69% don't flag AI-generated content.

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Advertising & Google Ads15 July 2026

Google Ads is changing your bidding on August 17: what Belgian SMEs must check

Google is changing bidding target optimization for budget-limited campaigns from August 17, 2026. What Belgian SMEs need to check before the switch.

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Reputation & local SEO14 July 2026

Fake Google reviews: an extortion network is targeting SMEs too

An international network floods Google Business Profiles with fake negative reviews, then demands payment to remove them. What Belgian SMEs need to know and do.

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Online Advertising13 July 2026

Digital advertising in Europe: up 10.5% in 2025, video overtakes everything else

IAB Europe: European digital ad spend hit €131 billion. Video overtook half of display investment for the first time. What it means for your SME budget.

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Online Advertising10 July 2026

LinkedIn Ads brings AI to Campaign Manager: what it means for your B2B campaigns

LinkedIn adds five AI tools to Campaign Manager and claims up to 20% higher CTR. What to check before switching them on.

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Online Advertising9 July 2026

Meta Ads costs rise in 6 countries, Belgium is preparing its own tax

Since 1 July, Meta charges a 2-5% fee in 6 European countries. Belgium isn't on the list yet, but is drafting its own 3% tax for 2027.

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AI & Automation8 July 2026

Meta launches its AI agent for WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger: what to know before switching it on

Meta is rolling out its Meta Business Agent globally: customer replies, product recommendations, appointment booking. What a Belgian SME should check before activating it.

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E-commerce & Social Commerce7 July 2026

TikTok Shop has arrived in Belgium: selling directly from a video

Since 15 June 2026, TikTok Shop lets people buy without leaving the app. 4.3 million Belgian users are now in scope.

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E-commerce & Regulation6 July 2026

Non-EU parcels: the €3 duty changes the game for Belgian online sellers

Since 1 July, a flat €3 duty per product category applies to non-EU parcels. What it means for your e-commerce.

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E-commerce & compliance2 July 2026

E-commerce: the online withdrawal button has been mandatory since 19 June

EU Directive 2023/2673 requires an online withdrawal function on every B2C site. Visible button, two clicks, acknowledgement: what to put in place.

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Data & strategy1 July 2026

Where are your Belgian customers in 2026? The digital landscape in figures

96.3% of Belgians are online and 9.08 million are on social media. Where to place your budget by platform and target.

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Advertising & Regulation30 June 2026

Meta ads: your SME campaigns blocked as a "social issue"?

Since October 2025, Meta bans "social issue" ads in the EU. The definition is broad: your commercial campaigns can be caught by mistake.

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Online advertising29 June 2026

WhatsApp becomes an ad channel

WhatsApp served its first ads and exceeds 70% weekly usage in Belgium. What it changes for your campaigns, and how to assess it.

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SEO & AI Search26 June 2026

Google AI Overviews in Belgium: should you rethink your SEO?

Google's AI summaries already cover ~43% of searches in Belgium. What changes for your SEO, and how to stay visible.

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AI & Business25 June 2026

AI adoption: Belgium in Europe's top 5

34.5% of Belgian companies already use AI, but the gap between SMEs and large firms is widening. Where to begin, concretely.

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AI & Regulation24 June 2026

AI Act: labelling AI-generated content

The Code of Practice is out and the deadline is set for 2 August. What your visuals and campaigns need to plan for.

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AI & Visibility23 June 2026

When AI becomes a shopping assistant: rethink your visibility

More and more Belgians search and buy via AI. How to stay visible when the assistant gives the answer, and where to start.

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Regulation23 June 2026

Direct marketing in Belgium: the DPA broadens its definition

Since 28 April, B2B falls within the scope of direct marketing. Three simple adjustments to stay compliant without slowing your prospecting.

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