Branding
Common Interest acquires Amplify to 'empower creativity'
The previously independent brand experience agency has offices in London, LA, Paris, New York and Sydney.
At its core, ‘Careless People’ is a cautionary tale of disillusionment
Sarah Wynn-Williams’ memoir lifts the lid on life inside Facebook, exposing a culture where ambition eclipses ethics, and authenticity is welcomed only when it's convenient.
Brands are addicted to data and it’s killing creativity
In an era where algorithms dominate every decision, brand consultancy founder Upasna Dash argues that true brand power comes not from digital footprints—but from instinct, identity, and a deep understanding of what brings true joy to consumers.
How Chinese brands are rewriting the global expansion playbook
Campaign’s China Summit returned to Shanghai last month with a focus on cross-border marketing and brand expansion, as industry leaders from China’s top companies shared insights on cultural export, localisation, and long-term strategies for global success.
BYD races past Tesla—surpasses $100 billion revenue milestone
BYD has grown on the back of an impressive performance in APAC, even as a leading global EV market like the US remains off-limits.
Brand banter or brand blunder? The fine line in cola wars
Reactive advertising keeps brands in the cultural conversation, but does it build loyalty or just fuel fleeting buzz? As Pepsi and Coke trade jabs, the debate over competitive advertising’s true impact continues.
Duolingo comms head Sam Dalsimer leads 'wholesome unhinged' strategy
Duolingo killed off its brand mascot and brought it back to life as part of an unhinged social media strategy and more wholesome comms approach.
Move and win roundup: Week of March 17, 2025
Havas, EssenceMediacom Brisbane, We Are Social, oOh Media and more in this week's people moves and account wins round-up.
Unilever CEO: 'Spend on social will jump from 30% to 50%'
Fixing geographical issues in China and Indonesia and accelerating India are among Fernandez’s key priorities.
More pocketbook, less politics: How C-suites should talk about tariffs
Whether tariffs imposed by the Trump administration are on, off or somewhere in between, there are ways executives can address them without inviting political blowback.
FleishmanHillard hires Ketchum’s Jim Joseph as global head of brand impact
Joseph previously held roles at Ketchum such as US CEO and global CMO.
Why the NikeSkims brand partnership is one to watch in 2025
With around 40% of Nike’s customers being women, Skims has been testing the waters of the sports space for years.
Deal reached as Indonesia opens its doors to iPhone 16 sales
The investment deal encompasses a research center, the production of AirTag and AirPods Max components, an education program spanning 15 campuses, and more.
Coach’s AI-powered handbags take a swing at a fashion revolution
By harnessing Adobe Firefly’s generative AI, Tapestry is redefining handbag design—scaling creativity while maintaining brand integrity.
How Chinese white label beauty brands are rising the ranks
Initially buoyed by attractive price points, white label brands in China are carving a niche for themselves even as they grapple with the challenges of a more short-term approach to brand-building.
Why more celebrities are taking the creative reins at luxury brands
As Ray-Ban appoints ASAP Rocky as its first global creative director, it signals a growing trend of luxury brands leaning on celebrity vision to redefine cultural relevance and unlock commercial success in an increasingly competitive market.
Women’s cricket searches rose by 103% in 2024: Kantar India study
Live music events including Coldplay, Taylor Swift, Vijay Antony, and Diljit Dosanjh concerts also saw a 43% increase, according to the report.
PepsiCo's $200 million investment brings Cheetos back to Indonesia
PepsiCo is back with a big investment and a new strategy to take on Indofood's snack supremacy.
The fight for EV dominance in China
As geopolitical stakes rise, China's electric vehicle market is surging, pushing players like Tesla and Xiaomi to navigate competition, policy shifts, and global trade uncertainties in their bid to lead in branding and tech-driven innovation.
STB partners with NBA to attract fans from the region
The Singapore Tourism Board seeks to make the city state an attractive destination for sport fans, as it looks further afield to boost its ambitious goals for inbound visitors.
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