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Omnicom acquires IPG: Advertising’s New Age of Scale
Omnicom’s acquisition of IPG creates the world’s largest ad group and signals a new era where scale, data, and AI reshape the global advertising industry.
Dec 2, 2025


Inside Amazon’s ‘Leo’ Rebranding: From Affordability Promise to Enterprise Play
Amazon rebrands Project Kuiper as Leo, dropping affordability messaging and targeting enterprise connectivity with AWS-integrated LEO broadband.
Nov 22, 2025


CES 2026’s New Power Layout: Samsung Relocates as Chinese Brands Take the Center
CES 2026’s floor map is being rewritten as Samsung relocates off-site and Chinese tech giants take over prime central-hall visibility, signaling shifting industry power.
Nov 19, 2025


From Prompt to Primetime: PJ Ace’s AI Breakout
PJ Ace (Accetturo) created a viral NBA Finals ad for just $2,000 using AI tools like Gemini and Veo 3. A case study in art-directing AI for attention-grabbing, unforgettable results.
Jul 4, 2025


Google Bets $100M in Gentle Monster for XR Glasses
Google to invest $100 million in South Korean fashion eyewear brand Gentle Monster, securing a 4% stake in the company that is co-designing its upcoming extended reality (XR) smart glasses.
Jun 22, 2025


Possible 2025 Bets on Curated Connections
Possible 2025, drawing 5,400+ attendees, proves face-to-face networking remains invaluable in marketing's AI era. Hyve Group CEO Mark Shashoua's transformative curation model eliminates random encounters, engineering strategic connections between marketers and tech leaders.
May 1, 2025


Gentle Monster: Masterclass in Experiential Retail
Gentle Monster is rewriting the global playbook for brand-building—blending bold design, immersive retail, and pop culture savvy into a brand universe that resonates deeply with Gen Z and Millennial consumers.
Mar 31, 2025


OpenAI Rebrand Balances the Technical and the Human
OpenAI has unveiled its first comprehensive brand refresh, a nine-month project that reflects the company's evolution from startup to indust
Feb 5, 2025


Beyond the Gadgets: Three Brands That Stole the Show at CES 2025
At CES 2025, where countless innovations vie for attention, Nvidia, Toyota, and Delta managed to create resonating brand experiences.
Jan 8, 2025


Starbucks: Customer Experience vs. Efficiency
Starbucks' emphasis on drive-thrus and mobile orders has streamlined operations but diluted the personalized touch that defined its brand.
Jul 7, 2024


Elon Musk at Cannes Lions 2024: Championing Free Speech and AI Innovation
Elon Musk captivated the audience at the Cannes Lions 2024 in a session moderated by WPP CEO Mark Read, addressed free speech and AI.
Jun 24, 2024


Tacos, Tech, and Timely Transformation: Inside Taco Bell's Marketing Revolution
Taco Bell is serving up groundbreaking marketing strategies, from tech-driven customer experiences and unforgettable brand activations.
Apr 30, 2024
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