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- The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is piloting audio advertisements in subway stations, testing 30-second commercials.
- The test will conclude on June 1, 2026.
- Many riders were unaware of the initiative.
- Critics argue the subway is already chaotic and adding ads would worsen the experience.
- MTA officials say the ads will be limited to 75 decibels.
