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Spotify’s Tunetorials turns ad lessons into bangers
Spotify is leaning all the way into its brand-meets-education formula. With the debut of “Tunetorials,” Spotify Advertising is turning media strategy lessons into music—literally. This new campaign reframes how-to marketing advice into six original tracks performed by emerging artists. The songs cover topics like building multi-format campaigns, measuring ROI, and leveraging Spotify’s first-party data. Think…
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Serbiz proves TikTok doesn’t need polish, just show up and hustle
There’s a certain kind of founder or marketer who still believes TikTok success requires high-quality production, influencer deals, and a content calendar crafted like a Netflix release slate. Then there’s Serbiz. The Philippines-based hustle marketplace went viral across the Philippines and Vietnam. Not through paid ads or creative agencies, but by simply showing up daily…
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Agoda taps travel creators with new ambassador program
The online travel agency Agoda is going all in on creator partnerships. The company has launched its Agoda ambassador program, offering influencers a new way to earn through affiliate commissions, complimentary perks, and potential campaign features. This article explores how the program works, what it signals about Agoda’s marketing strategy, and what travel and hospitality…
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KitKat’s Break Buddies bring collectibles into snacking culture
Singaporeans are known for their hustle, but Nestlé’s KitKat wants to slow things down. With the launch of Break Buddies, a new line of limited-edition plushies, the brand is inviting consumers to hit pause on their daily grind and enjoy a moment of downtime. This article explores how KitKat’s lifestyle-driven campaign taps into the rituals…
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AI personas are speeding up strategy but are marketers relying on them too much?
AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Llama are increasingly doing more than drafting emails or generating social posts. They’re reshaping how marketers build audience personas, speeding up insights that used to take weeks to gather. But there’s a catch: the more lifelike these digital constructs become, the easier it is to over-trust their output. This…
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Brands ride the Swift wave again with “The Official Release Party of a Showgirl”
Taylor Swift doesn’t just drop albums. She reshapes marketing playbooks. This time, it wasn’t a surprise record or merch bundle that made waves. Instead, she filled cinemas worldwide with The Official Release Party of a Showgirl, a 90-minute behind-the-scenes feature tied to her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. With no trailer, no…
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Meta’s new ‘Vibes’ feed pushes AI-generated videos
Meta just rolled out a new feature called Vibes, and let’s be honest—it’s not exactly what users were asking for. The short-form video feed, now live on the Meta AI app and meta.ai, delivers only AI-generated content. No creators, no influencers, just algorithm-driven visuals ranging from weird to surreal. This article explores what Vibes is,…
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McDonald’s revives Monopoly with Gen Z flair and nostalgic chaos
McDonald’s is resurrecting its once-iconic Monopoly campaign in the U.S. for the first time in over a decade. But this time, it’s not just about free fries or a trip to Orlando. It’s also about tapping into the post-scandal energy that made the game infamous and turning that cultural baggage into a strategic hook. Launched…
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Brands are rewriting the rules of TV advertising
TV advertising is undergoing a rethink, and it’s not just for household-name brands with Super Bowl budgets anymore. From Calm to Coterie, fast-moving brands are turning to TV to deliver not only awareness, but also performance metrics that hold up to scrutiny. This shift was front and center at Tatari’s Forward 2025 forum, where high-growth…
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Edelman repositions for AI era with new leadership and tech platform
Edelman is reshuffling its top leadership and doubling down on AI as it seeks to play a larger role in marketing beyond traditional PR. The company’s latest moves aim to realign its structure, tech stack, and talent toward growth opportunities driven by generative AI and the shifting media landscape. This article explores Edelman’s leadership changes,…