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TikTok quietly launches PineDrama to test the waters in microdrama streaming
TikTok is taking another stab at reshaping short-form entertainment, but this time, it’s not doing it on TikTok. The company has quietly released a new app called PineDrama in the US and Brazil, signaling a strategic shift into the growing category of serialized microdramas. Billed as a standalone platform for bite-sized TV, PineDrama offers one-minute…
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Lisa’s ‘Amazing Thailand’ ad sparks AI suspicion and backlash
A celebrity-fronted tourism campaign just became the latest flashpoint in the ongoing debate over AI in marketing visuals. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is facing online scrutiny after releasing a high-gloss image of BLACKPINK’s Lalisa “Lisa” Manobal drifting across Udon Thani’s Red Lotus Sea. The dreamy image, featuring vibrant skies and an uncanny stillness,…
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The Future of Investor Communications in an AI Economy
Investor relations professionals face a paradox: markets demand more transparency than ever, yet the volume and complexity of financial data make clarity harder to achieve. Traditional earnings calls and SEC filings no longer satisfy sophisticated stakeholders who expect real-time insights, quantified productivity claims, and narratives grounded in verifiable metrics. AI has moved from experimental curiosity…
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How The Laughing Cow uses plushies to win hearts and boost brand relevance in SEA
The Laughing Cow is proving that cheese can sell more than just snacks. It can sell culture, emotion, and community too. Bel Group’s legacy brand is back with its Cheesy Mood Café plushies in Singapore and Malaysia after selling out the first wave within weeks. This time, the limited-edition toys come with a festive Chinese…
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Marketers brace for AI disruption and orchestration gaps in 2026
Marketers are heading into 2026 with renewed budgets, bigger digital bets, and a growing headache: orchestration. According to Mediaocean’s latest 2026 Advertising Outlook Report, based on surveys of 320 marketing pros, nearly every digital channel is seeing increased spend, but the systems running them are not keeping up. This article explores the most pressing trends…
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Netflix pushes for WBD deal with all-cash offer, reveals US$1.5B in ad revenue
Netflix is making bold moves to lock in its acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery (WBD), revising its original cash-and-stock offer to an all-cash deal worth US$72 billion. At the same time, the streamer is flexing its growing muscle in advertising, announcing that ad revenue reached US$1.5 billion in 2025. This article explores Netflix’s updated acquisition…
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How to delete a Google search result when the page is already gone
Learn how to remove outdated Google search results so you can clean up old listings, snippets, and cached versions without making a bigger mess. If a page is deleted but still appears on Google, it usually means Google has not recrawled the URL yet, or it is still showing an older cached version. That can…
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Prepare Leaders for High-Stakes Media Interviews: A Framework for Message Discipline Under Pressure
A single poorly executed media interview can unravel years of brand-building work. When your CEO stumbles through a crisis question or your executive team member deflects one too many times on camera, the damage extends far beyond that conversation—it reverberates through investor confidence, customer trust, and employee morale. The stakes have never been higher, and…
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Paramount+ unlocks programmatic ads in live sports
Streaming giant Paramount just gave marketers a new inroad into live sports with real-time programmatic ads. The company announced it is now offering guaranteed, in-game programmatic ad placements during premium live sports events. The initiative launches with UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett, the promotion’s highly anticipated debut on Paramount+ on January 24. According to Paramount,…
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What’s stopping UK creators from building a brand?
Whether you’re building a side hustle or running a full-time creative business, strong branding should help you stand out, not stress you out. But according to a new Adobe Express survey of 728 UK business owners and creators, design-related anxiety is hitting a breaking point. It’s costing them visibility, confidence, and sales. This article explores…