Hakuhodo appoints new president & CEO for Hakuhodo International

Effective April 1, Akihiko Imai takes the helm as president and CEO of Hakuhodo ...

Yahoo appoints Josh Line as CMO to revitalise brand

Oat-of-here: Oatly’s top creative exits—with one last ...

WPP removes references to DEI in latest annual report

‘Digital twins are not the enemy’—H&M's AI influencer ...

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Hakuhodo appoints new president & CEO for Hakuhodo International

Effective April 1, Akihiko Imai takes the helm as president and CEO of Hakuhodo International, succeeding Shuntaro Ito as the agency pushes forward with its mid-term business plans.

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Yahoo appoints Josh Line as CMO to revitalise brand

Line joins from Paramount and is expected to help Yahoo regain cultural relevance and strengthen its presence in the digital landscape.

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Oat-of-here: Oatly’s top creative exits—with one ...

Oatly’s global chief creative officer John Schoolcraft quietly ended his tenure nine months ago—and is rather pleased no one noticed.

18 hours ago

WPP removes references to DEI in latest annual report

The advertising giant has replaced all references to 'diversity, equity and inclusion' with 'people and culture' in the compensation section.

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‘Digital twins are not the enemy’—H&M's AI ...

Following the news that fashion retailer H&M will use AI to create digital 'twins' of 30 models, we explore if it's a good idea, and what it might mean for creative campaigns.

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Heineken wants you to crack open a cold one… for your face?

The beer brand’s latest campaign blends skincare and lager in a smooth, if not surreal, crossover aimed at Gen Z and beauty lovers alike.

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Women to Watch 2024: Lydia Adlina, Starcom

Always on the lookout for emerging platforms and trends, Adlina has been instrumental in keeping Gov@Publicis relevant by embracing unchartered frontiers, driving growth, and reaching new audiences.

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'Asia isn’t just part of the story—it is the ...

A year after taking the helm, The Wall Street Journal Asia's editor unpacks the newsroom’s strategic reboot—from a strengthened team in Singapore to a renewed focus on fast, analytical, and irreplaceable journalism.

18 hours ago

Elon Musk’s xAI acquires X for $33 billion

The acquisition marks a further alignment of the two companies, holding a combined value of $113 billion.

4 days ago

The world isn’t a studio Ghibli film (yet), but ...

What's behind the current Studio Ghibli obsession? Here’s everything you need to know about the AI trend giving the world a Ghibli glow-up—magical fields, glowing skies, and a side of ethical chaos.

4 days ago

EssenceMediacom breaks $100 million mark in first ...

The agency climbs into the March spot following its nearly $200 million win of the Godrej Group mandate in India.

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Campaign announces shortlists for the Event ...

A total of 215 entries have made the cut across 40 categories, spanning campaign, people, team, and agency accolades.

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Why traditional branding still matters in Singapore'...

While digital marketing continues to dominate, traditional branding techniques remain indispensable for marketers in the Lion City, says Mark Pointer, CEO of Superbrands Singapore.

4 days ago

Meta's APAC chief Dan Neary steps down after more ...

Having joined the tech giant in March 2013, Neary has been key to Meta's regional expansion in Asia Pacific, driving audience engagement, reach and ad revenues.

4 days ago

Netflix's Adolescence: Are screen writers the new ...

Jack Thorne, co-writer of Netflix drama Adolescence, has become a prominent campaigner on the dangers posed to children via social media – showing how screenwriters can take a starring role in public affairs.

The CMO's MO

Feb 11, 2025

The anti-trend trend: How Starbucks aspires to use ...

THE CMO'S MO: Inspired by Apple, Starbucks Asia's marketing head, Samuel Fung, is blending tradition and innovation with a back-to-basics approach to build loyalty in a competitive market.

Jan 17, 2025

'I'm dreaming of AI that reads our thoughts': Ant ...

Ray Chen Liang, CMO of Ant Group, gets candid about the risk of being ‘cheap’ by calculating every marketing dollar, the game-changing value of AI for small businesses, and brands he admires from afar.

Jan 6, 2025

The CMO's MO: Agoda's global CMO on why the future ...

Say goodbye to generic travel ads. Agoda's Matteo Frigerio, talks about using AI to craft personalised video ads that speak your language, whisper your dreams, and ignite your wanderlust. Much like a pocket-sized AI travel agent.

Nov 15, 2024

The CMO's MO: Techcombank's marketer brings the ...

Thai Minh Diem Tu, marketer of one of Vietnam's biggest private banks, talks about how her passion for running mirrors her approach to marketing, and why human touch remains irreplaceable in the age of AI.

Ageism in adland

Mar 14, 2025

Too old for the party, too young to leave—the ...

There comes a time when no amount of Adidas Sambas or Botox can hide the fact that you’re no longer the right person to give advice on micro-influencers. Alison McKinnon on the realities of ageing in advertising—and why she’s not done yet.

Mar 12, 2025

Will you still need me, will you still feed me?

While discussions around ageing within advertising tend towards the gloomy, Current Asia’s chief executive has some practical suggestions to address the challenge.

Mar 10, 2025

The value of experience: Why adland must address ageism

The advertising industry's obsession with youth risks sidelining seasoned professionals, leading to a loss of intellectual capital crucial for long-term success, argues IPG Mediabrand's Geoff Clarke.

Mar 7, 2025

'Creativity is not bound by age, it only evolves ...

Haymarket Media's managing director for Asia gets candid on navigating stigma, ageism, and the challenges women face ahead of International Women's Day and Campaign's inaugural 50 Over Fifty awards.

The Work

Mar 26, 2025

Celebrate Hari Raya with these heartfelt and creative campaigns

More of the year's most compelling Hari Raya campaigns from Petronas, Grab Malaysia, RHB, McDonald's, and Farm Fresh, among others.

2 days ago

Tiffany & Co. goes blue for ocean preservation

Agency L&C turns Tiffany’s signature Pantone colour into a purpose-led campaign.

Mar 25, 2025

Bankwest’s new brand platform is playful, relatable, offbeat

Yet another zany, memorable campaign by creative studio Bear Meets Eagle on Fire.

Mar 24, 2025

Google Maps turns 20, celebrates Hong Kong's culinary treasures with Nicholas Tse

Celebrating 20 years of exploration, Google Maps partners with renowned multi-hyphenate artist Nicholas Tse to uncover Hong Kong’s best-kept culinary secrets as part of the #UngatekeepingMaps campaign.

Mar 20, 2025

Thai influencer walks out of KFC ad mid-set

In a bid to use popular food vlogger Bankii to endorse its ultra-spicy Buldak Dunked Wingz, KFC Thailand records the 'fail' on camera. But does Ad Nut endorse this un-endorsement?

Focus

Indies as One: The World's Top Independent Agencies

According to the World Federation of Advertising, nine out of 10 marketers do not believe their current agency model will fit future needs. They foresee greater demands for simplification, specialisation and integration from agencies.

Insights on video marketing in Southeast Asia

The first Southeast Asia YouTube Works Awards celebrates the most effective and creative advertising on the platform, where winners don’t just represent the best of their market, but the whole region.

Meta: Every connection is an opportunity

Relationships with the community grows in parallel as businesses begin to expand. Meta facilitates this growth by helping people and businesses intersect, connect and grow together across its platforms. In this series, Campaign Asia-Pacific partners with Meta to explore innovative solutions, including AI integration, Reels ads, Business Messaging, measurement and performance in order to optimise the consumer journey and help brands grow.

Pioneers Panel Series

‘Pioneers’ is a thought leadership series, brought to you by Campaign and Facebook, exploring emerging trends and cutting-edge insights on the changes that will shape the future of the marketing and advertising industry for years to come.

Events

Apr 15, 2025
Jakarta

Campaign Spotlight Indonesia 2025

Campaign Spotlight Indonesia, sets the backdrop for compelling dialogues that transcend borders, focusing on the globalized marketing strategies that have propelled Indonesian brands to excellence. We are excited to announce that we will be hosting our inaugural Spotlight event in Jakarta - Made in Indonesia. Built for the world.

May 27, 2025
Marina Bay Sands

Campaign360 2025 Singapore

Campaign360 returns on 27-28 May 2025 in Singapore! The event will cover engaging discussions led by Asia's leading brand marketers, focusing on navigating budget challenges, collaboration between the entire C-suite and CMOs, and differentiating your brand in a competitive market.

May 12, 2025
Bangkok

MediaWorks 2025

MediaWorks 2025 Returns to Bangkok from 12-14 May

May 27, 2025
Singapore

Women Leading Change Awards 2025

Campaign Asia-Pacific's Women Leading Change Awards Asia-Pacific continue to celebrate the outstanding women who challenge, innovate, and lead across our industry.

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