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YouTube’s rise from video-sharing platform to global media powerhouse just hit another milestone. In 2025, the Google-owned platform generated US$40.4 billion in advertising revenue, surpassing the combined US$37.8 billion ad revenue of Disney, NBCUniversal, Paramount, and Warner Bros. Discovery, according to estimates from research firm MoffettNathanson as reported by The Hollywood Reporter and Business Insider.…

Influencer marketing across Asia is undergoing a structural shift. What was once largely a brand awareness tactic is now becoming a performance channel tied directly to engagement, conversions, and measurable ROI. This change is documented in the State of Influence in APAC 2026 report, which analyzes influencer marketing data across markets including Indonesia, Japan, Singapore,…

Disney+ is leaning into the short-form video trend with the rollout of Verts, a TikTok-style vertical feed designed to help users discover shows and movies faster inside the app. The feature is now starting to roll out to U.S. users on mobile. The move reflects a broader shift across streaming platforms toward scrollable, algorithm-driven content…

For decades, organizations have tried to boost productivity by reorganizing departments, flattening hierarchies, or restructuring leadership teams. But those structural changes often fail to address a deeper problem: how work actually flows across the organization. According to McKinsey’s The State of Organizations 2026 report, many leaders now believe that the next productivity breakthrough will come…

AI-generated music is quickly becoming part of modern advertising workflows. Brands can now create original soundtracks instantly, reducing the need for studio production, licensing negotiations, or custom compositions. But how do audiences feel about hearing AI-created music in ads? A new Adobe Express survey of 850 consumers and 205 marketers sheds light on consumer attitudes…

Artificial intelligence is transforming how content is created, distributed, and personalized. From AI-written articles and synthetic influencers to automated video editing and personalized playlists, brands now have unprecedented tools to scale content production. But one question continues to shape marketing strategy: How does Gen Z feel about AI-generated content? As the first generation to grow…

adidas Originals is once again putting its Superstar sneaker at the center of a cultural moment. For Spring 2026, the brand has launched a cinematic campaign starring Actor Samuel L. Jackson, alongside a cross-generational lineup of musicians, athletes, and creators shaping today’s culture. This article explores how adidas Originals is using storytelling, celebrity influence, and…

McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski probably didn’t expect his burger bite to spark a mini social media showdown among rival fast-food chains. But after a carefully staged video of him tasting the new Big Arch burger drew criticism online, competitors quickly stepped in with their own CEO-led responses. In a social feed dominated by creators, even…

Myth: reputation management and content marketing are separate disciplines that occasionally overlap. Reality: for modern brands, they are the same function approached from two directions. Content marketing determines what positive information exists about your brand. Reputation management determines whether that positive information is what people actually find when they search for you. The brands that…

Mental health conversations in the United States are undergoing a noticeable cultural shift. What was once considered a taboo topic is increasingly becoming part of everyday language, particularly among younger generations. Terms that originated in clinical psychology, often called “therapy speak,” now appear regularly in casual conversations, social media posts, and even workplace discussions. Based…