Technology

12 hours ago

At its core, ‘Careless People’ is a cautionary tale of disillusionment

Sarah Wynn-Williams’ memoir lifts the lid on life inside Facebook, exposing a culture where ambition eclipses ethics, and authenticity is welcomed only when it's convenient.

12 hours ago

WPP acquires InfoSum to drive AI-based data offer

Brian Lesser, currently global chief executive of GroupM, joined from InfoSum in September 2024.

21 hours ago

Who’s bidding for TikTok?

Amazon, Oracle and AppLovin submitted bids just days before Trump is set to make the big TikTok decision.

2 days ago

Why are the majority of AI assistants female?

Meghan Joyce, CEO and co-founder of Duckbill, explores the historical, scientific and technological reasons behind the feminine voices of AI assistants.

Mar 29, 2025

Meta AI and AI Studio officially launched in Indonesia

Both products were launched along with several facilities for creator marketing.

Mar 29, 2025

Accenture Song dropped from TfL creative review for 'not meeting DEI criteria'

The decision follows Accenture’s choice to scrap its diversity goals.

Mar 28, 2025

The world isn’t a studio Ghibli film (yet), but it’s trying to be

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.

Mar 28, 2025

From SEO to GEO: How agencies are navigating LLM-driven search

AI is rapidly changing search, with implications for media, agencies and brands. Here’s how firms are changing strategy from search engine optimization to generative engine optimization.

Mar 27, 2025

Netflix's Adolescence: Are screen writers the new lobbyists?

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.

Mar 27, 2025

Meta's APAC chief Dan Neary steps down after more than a decade

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.

Mar 27, 2025

XLSmart is officially formed: Indonesia's new telecom giant

XLSmart, the result of a merger of three telecommunications companies, promises US$400 million per year in synergies with a 25% market share and equal ownership between Axiata and Sinar Mas

Mar 26, 2025

OpenAI launches ChatGPT image-generator

The latest iteration of image generation from OpenAI seeks to address many of the flaws in AI-powered visuals.

Mar 25, 2025

India's digital advertising industry to be $8.15 billion by end-2026: Study

Estimated to touch INR 59,200 crores (US $6.9 billion) this year, the country's digital advertising market is growing at 19.09%, according to a Dentsu report.

Mar 25, 2025

Shortlists for Digital Media Awards 2025 released

Here is the work shortlisted in this year's industry excellence and media awards, as well as the digital media owners awards and people/company awards.

Mar 25, 2025

How marketers can navigate the hidden costs of ad platform automation

Nasser Oudjidane, CEO and Co-founder of Tapper, explores the hidden costs of ad platform automation and shares actionable strategies to tackle budget waste and performance volatility.

Mar 24, 2025

Why AI is a gamechanger in the in-housing playbook

Brands such as Income Insurance and Zalora are turbo-charging their in-house capabilities with the help of AI. Marketers weigh in.

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 22, 2025

US adtech CEO jailed for financial fraud after faking $1.3 million transaction

Kubient’s fraud case serves as a warning to adtech executives to strengthen oversight, transparency, and ensure ethical business practices.

Mar 21, 2025

Nvidia brings AI to the desktop—what does it mean for marketers?

Nvidia’s new AI rigs promises to reshape how marketing happens—from speeding up content, to trimming budgets and bringing modelling tools in-house.

Mar 19, 2025

Nearly 70% of ‘parents’ targeted by ads don’t have kids

The accuracy of socio-demographic targeting in digital advertising has been called into question, with a report revealing a disconnect between targeting assumptions and actual audience composition.