Timely updates on marketing, media, and communications developments in Asia.
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Peta Southcombe promoted to Mindshare Melbourne MD after Christian Solomon's departure to rival agency. Leadership shift reflects ongoing talent circulation in Australia's media agency market.
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The Trade Desk faces a trust crisis after Publicis advised clients against the platform over audit failures. Stock dropped 12% as major revenue risk emerges.
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TikTok Shop confirms no Australia launch despite Southeast Asia GMV doubling in 2025. Australian brands like HiSmile generate millions selling overseas while domestic consumers wait.
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Asia-Pacific marketing firms score 33% on gender equality, four points below global average. Structural flexibility alone won't close the gap—CMOs need targeted interventions.
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Guardian Malaysia challenges cash-gifting tradition with wellness products, partnering with local fashion brand Fiziwoo and offering up to 50% discounts to reframe Hari Raya gifting as health-focused.
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Dentsu ANZ creates first dedicated Chief Data and Technology Officer role, signaling how Asia-Pacific agencies are restructuring to compete on AI capabilities.
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Aspermont completes 250-for-1 share consolidation effective March 2026, marking a capital markets milestone after eight years of digital transformation from print to subscription.
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Chery Motor puts its Australian media account up for pitch as UM's contract expires end-2026, marking the second consecutive two-year agency cycle for the Chinese carmaker.
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Havas Thailand creates new Head of Strategy & Growth role for Navinda Kittisubkul, signaling the agency's push for integrated, AI-powered solutions across Southeast Asia.
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Mediaplus Group establishes Southeast Asia headquarters through joint venture with The Media Shop, combining global AI capabilities with 17 years of regional expertise.
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Mediaplus Group launches Singapore hub through joint venture with The Media Shop, combining AI-powered technology with 17 years of regional expertise to capture Southeast Asia's booming media market.
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Gold Coast agency Edge Marketing expands paid media leadership with Tika Hasborth's appointment, signaling how independent agencies are deepening specialist capabilities to compete with larger networks.