Analysis
Of fandom, kawaii, and marketing: Hello Kitty turns 50
Campaign dissects the secret sauce to Hello Kitty’s iconic global domination, its grasp of the timeless kawaii concept, and its astute understanding of nostalgia.
SearchGPT: How to adapt for the AI search engine era
Welcome to a new chapter in content marketing. Late October marked the debut of OpenAI’s artificial intelligence-driven engine, transforming the way we think about search optimisation.
40 Under 40 2024: Hai Anh Vu, Publicis Media
Vu’s rapid and assured changes upon joining Publicis resulted in positive transformation across business and talent in just two years.
Why Gut’s Singapore office means so much to the challenger agency
The South America-based network can truly call itself global if it’s able to win over Asian clients with its 'borderline cult' creative culture.
40 Under 40 2024: Henson Wongaiham, Ad Hoc Marketing
Overcoming personal and professional adversity, Henson Wongaiham rebuilt his agency from the brink of collapse, fueling creative growth while giving LGBTQIA+ students a powerful platform for change.
The life of a junior creative no-one tells you about
In this anonymous article, the author gives a raw look at a year filled with hard work, setbacks and the tough lessons of being a junior creative in a competitive agency.
October advertiser of the month: 7-Eleven
Doraemon boosts 7-Eleven Thailand's ad awareness by double digits in October, outperforming competitors, new data shows.
How Trump's presidency will reshape the global tech order
The US is not an island. Trump's policies will have far-reaching consequences for the global tech ecosystem, with Asia-Pacific feeling the impact acutely, writes Ian Whittaker.
Top 10 electronics brands in Southeast Asia
Samsung has beaten stiff competition from other global players like Apple and Panasonic to become Southeast Asia’s top electronics brand in 2024. Dive into the insights from Campaign’s exclusive research with Milieu Insight.
40 Under 40 2024: Hajar Yusof, Naga DDB Tribal
Hajar’s initiatives reflect her commitment to innovation, diversity, and leaving a lasting legacy in the industry.
The CMO's MO: Hyatt's APAC marketer on the power of prioritisation
"Focus means saying no to 100 good ideas and saying yes to the great ones." Hyatt’s Tammy Ng shares how lessons from Steve Jobs and James Dyson are guiding her approach to personalising guest experiences.
40 Under 40 2024: Fabian Tan, Junk
Tan has transformed JUNK from an editorial desk into a thriving cultural consultancy, all while driving growth and championing inclusivity with lasting impact.
40 Under 40 2024: Emily Moon, Loupe Agency
While battling a difficult illness, Moon’s hopeful rise up the ranks is one that is often quoted in New Zealand’s small but competitive creative production industry.
Is impulse buy on deathbed in Indonesia?
Half of Indonesians prioritise needs; trend-driven consumers are re-evaluating. A new study from YouGov reveals how brands must adapt to survive.
How American brands are making it easier—or sweeter—for voters to go to the polls
Brands from Lyft to Krispy Kreme are offering Election Day specials as Americans turn out to choose between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
40 Under 40 2024: Eddie Morton, Sandpiper
Leveraging his journalism and communications expertise, Morton has propelled Sandpiper’s health to new heights, earning three promotions in three years.
Generative reality and the new dimension of creativity
Immersive technology is helping us to rethink how brands can delight and engage with their consumers through better sensory experiences.
Humour in advertising is a serious business
A creative, a client and a planner walked into a bar… and then they lost their nerve and forgot that it pays to be funny.
Billions spent on sports sponsorship: Is it actually effective?
Our exclusive global survey reveals all.
The new rules of sports sponsorship
EXCLUSIVE: If you still think sports sponsorship is just slapping a logo on a kit and hitting the hospitality box, you're as off-target as Raygun at Olympic breakdancing.
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