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Happy Lunar New Year from Campaign Asia-Pacific
The editorial team is slithering away for a short break, but we'll be back with our newsletters and ready to charm on January 31st.
'Fear doesn't build trust': Cisco's CMO on why security marketing needs a reset
CMO Carrie Palin reveals why consumer trust, impact-readiness surrounding AI, and in-person connection might be the keys to sustain the company’s future.
Stand guard: Protecting your brand from the hidden risks of AI
The traditional reactive approach to risk management is grossly inadequate for the age of AI-powered marketing, says Mediabrands Australia’s Geoff Clarke.
Meta introduces ads on Threads
The social media giant said the move will help ‘deepen connections’ between people and the businesses they love and has begun testing ads in the US and Japan.
The advertising dilemma in a post-fact world
Are your ads funding lies? Social media's prioritisation of engagement over truth puts brands at risk. So, how can marketers protect brand reputation and reach real audiences in a world of rampant misinformation?
To snake or not to snake? Luxury brands face conundrum
For their Year of the Snake campaigns, luxury brands in China are digging a little deeper into imagery and symbolism to avoid an overdose of serpentine motifs.
Moves and wins roundup: Week of January 27, 2025
FleishmanHillard, Octopus Cards, GOVT, Myer, Wonder Works Digital, Archetype, FCB, and more in our weekly collection of people moves and account news.
Asian advertising braces for a trade war that may never come
No trade war? That's the good news. The bad news? China's economic struggles could still stifle Asian advertising growth, impacting sectors like luxury goods and automobiles, says analyst Ian Whittaker.
Creative agency Ralph creates global chief growth officer role
VML's Gareth Jones steps in to lead global growth at Ralph, partnering with CEO Chris Hassell to reenergise the agency's key offices in Los Angeles, New York, London, and Tokyo.
Omnicom and IPG chiefs visit UK to sell merger to staff and pitch consultants
The two groups will continue to operate independently and compete in pitches for the time being, as the M&A deal could take a year to complete.
Creative Minds: 'Go smash it like an avocado' is Stephanie Gwee's pep talk
She once dreamed of covering war zones, not crafting ad campaigns. But a surprising turn of events led this TBWA Australia creative director to a career where "smashing it like an avocado" became her unexpected motto.
Lunar New Year goodies: APAC's Year of the Snake campaigns
Presenting our annual roundup of LNY advertising from 2025.
Gen AI will have a profound impact on agency business models
With clients increasingly handling business-as-usual tasks in-house, agency profitability is at risk unless agencies redefine the value of their creative services, says brand and marketing consultant Andreas Moellmann.
Call for submissions: Do you want to be featured in Creative Minds?
Campaign's weekly, fun-filled interview series with APAC creatives is now open for entries. No deadlines, just pure creativity. Get the details here.
Should Lunar New Year campaigns move past same-old family themes?
Why do so many brands stick to familiar narratives of the past in Lunar New Year campaigns? We ask creative leaders in the region how brands can break the mould and explore new approaches this festive season.
Davos elites bullish on future of business
There was a sense of guarded optimism in the air at the latest World Economic Forum. But CEOs want their CCOs to step up and deliver on their greater accountability.
Google rolls out several new PMax updates following successful beta launches
Intending to improve brand safety, depth of search and customer segmentation, the new tools further integrate Google AI into advertisers’ campaigns.
Zurich picks single agency for global media account
Results are in for the winner-takes-all pitch.
Sony Electronics, Singapore govt bodies initiate pitches
PITCH UPDATE: Sony Electronics Singapore is looking for a PR agency while Singapore government ministries and boards are on the hunt for various comms and creative services.
Fuji TV loses over 50 advertisers amid alleged sexual misconduct
Japan's TV giant Fuji has lost nearly 30% of its blue-chip advertisers after allegations against its star presenter surfaced.
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