branding

Mar 28, 2025

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.

Mar 13, 2025

Why more brands are finally ditching the perfect-family trope

Perfect parents, perfect kids, perfect home—ads love the fantasy. But as diverse households become the norm in Asia, Quantum's Rayhan Wildan Ramadhani explores how clever brands are embracing new family dynamics through fresh storytelling.

Mar 11, 2025

Brands are still measuring the wrong things—it’s time to fix that

Metrics dictate business decisions, but do they capture what truly matters? Team Lewis' Calvin Siew explains why brands must break free from outdated KPIs and redefine relevance in real time to truly embrace customer-centricity.

Mar 7, 2025

Havas Creative Network appoints Tamara Greene chief client officer of global brands

Role takes leadership of 'almost all multi-market and global client relationships' within Havas Creative Network.

Mar 6, 2025

Samsung named Spikes Asia 2025 Advertiser of the Year

The tech giant recognised for pioneering creativity in marketing and will be recognised at the Spikes Awards ceremony on April 24 in Singapore.

Feb 26, 2025

Duolingo's mascot death stunt: Genius or confusing?

Now that Duo the Owl is back from the dead, was the stunt a success?