Why Brands Are Using Experiential Installations for Climate Advocacy

Grabarz & Partner transformed Hamburg's model railway into a climate warning experience that reached 30,000 visitors in one week. How brands are using immersive installations to drive emotional engagement on sustainability.

AI Search Results Are Creating New Brand Risks—And Revenue

Time launches GEO to help brands manage their presence in AI-generated search results. New data shows 17% of AI citations are misaligned or inaccurate—creating measurable brand safety risks.

Why Kubota Stopped Selling 'Easier' and Started Selling Pride

Kubota's new 'Love Tough' platform inverts equipment marketing convention by celebrating hard work instead of eliminating it. The insight came directly from owner conversations, not data models.

Why BMW Ditched Performance Specs for Emotional Storytelling

BMW's M3 anniversary campaign ditches performance specs for cinematic storytelling, reviving a 2000s track to build emotional loyalty. Here's why heritage beats horsepower.

Publicis Exits Traditional Agency M&A in APAC, Pivots to AI

Publicis Group ANZ stops pursuing traditional agency acquisitions, redirecting €800M toward AI and technology. A major shift signaling how holding companies are reshaping growth strategies.

Millennium Hotels Appoints Cinn Tan as Chief Commercial Officer

Millennium Hotels consolidates seven commercial functions under new CCO Cinn Tan, importing a tested integrated model that delivers 1.9% higher revenue growth industry-wide.

Why Spotify Is Moving Beyond Audio-Only Advertising

Spotify launches Carousel Ads and Sponsored Playlist takeovers, signaling a major shift from audio-only to full-funnel advertising. Early beta results show strong engagement gains.

Havas Media Appoints Molly Blacker as National Head of Strategy

Havas Media restructures strategy leadership with Molly Blacker's appointment as National Head of Strategy for Australia and New Zealand, reporting to newly elevated Chief Strategy Officer Olly Taylor.

Dentsu Appoints Yusuke Kagohara as Southeast Asia CFO

Dentsu names Yusuke Kagohara as Southeast Asia CFO, strengthening financial governance across six markets. The move signals the agency's shift from growth-focused to accountability-driven strategy.

IAG Restructures Marketing Leadership, Four Execs Face Reapplication

IAG consolidates four senior marketing roles into three under new Chief Customer and Marketing Officer Emily Roberts. Four executives must reapply as the insurer shifts from channel-based to customer-journey accountability.

The Trade Desk Shifts Identity Partner Payouts to Unique Data Only

The Trade Desk is restructuring partner compensation to reward only unique data signals, shifting from volume-based payments. The change takes full effect in Q2 2026.

Tech in Asia Founder, COO Step Down After SPH Integration

Tech in Asia founder Willis Wee and COO Maria Li step down as SPH integration concludes, reshaping Asia's leading tech media platform and signaling regional media consolidation pressures.