TODAY'S EDITION February 17, 2026

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Brands are trading noise for restraint in 2026's Lunar New Year ads, and it's for the long run

2026's festive work marks a clear pivot away from loud tropes, moving towards quieter, longer‑term platforms rooted in subtle narratives. Big brands are now leaning into film to reinforce why they matter.

Dentsu drops sale of international arm but is open to deals in local markets

EXCLUSIVE: After months of uncertainty over its overseas operations, Dentsu has ruled out a comprehensive partnership, announcing sweeping management changes as it reports its steepest annual loss on record.

When Valentine’s Day anticipation meets Taco Bell

Gut Asia goes for a less complicated, more edible spot to mark V-Day in Korea.

Dentsu reports record $2 billion loss ahead of CEO transition, suspends dividends

Dentsu reduced headcount by 2,100 roles in 2025 and said a further 1,300 cuts are planned.

Happy Lunar New Year 2026 from Campaign Asia-Pacific!

The editorial team is taking a break to welcome a new moon and the Year of the Fire Horse, resuming publication on February 20.

Air Selangor tells a tender, unsentimental dementia story for Lunar New Year

That, along with a selection of work from around the region that sidestepped tired tropes in favour of human storytelling.

WPP Media appoints Kevin Kivi managing director for South Australia

Kivi will oversee Wavemaker’s key client portfolio to drive growth and deepen partnerships amid WPP’s push into AI-driven media solutions.

Dentsu to appoint Takeshi Sano as its new global CEO

Sano told Campaign Asia-Pacific he is prioritising Dentsu’s role as a growth partner by focusing on tech and capabilities. Incumbent president and global CEO Hiroshi Igarashi is set to step down from his role next month.

Creative Minds: Why Nonthaporn Ketmanee believes adland should think more like tennis stars

Inspired by athletes Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, the senior creative director at Publicis believes the industry could use more humility, respect, and beautifully crafted thinking.

The Knowledge

Inside Korea’s culture engine: How reinvention and fandom keeps fuelling the global K-wave phenomenon

In the Hallyu 4.0 era, the creative conversation is no longer about Made in Korea but Made with Korea, a framework where brands and talent co‑create shared IP that blurs the lines between entertainment and commerce.

The Work


Apple’s 2026 Lunar New Year film

Apple’s ninth Shot on iPhone Lunar New Year film is a gentle story of routine, companionship and return.

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THE GLOBAL VIEW

Publicis scales Working With Cancer initiative to support 40 million workers

Sadoun speaks to Campaign about survivors’ loss of confidence after a diagnosis and Publicis Groupe's 'most important' work.

Lloyds chief marketer: Scrapping agency models, AI experiments and banks promoting a 'better future'

Suresh Balaji talks tech experiments and details how he is ripping up the rule book when it comes to agency partnerships.

HSBC CMO John McDonald to chair Campaign’s Global Agency of the Year Awards

Bank's top global marketer will lead judging panel for sixth edition of awards.

WPP consults with shareholders on boosting Cindy Rose's pay

Compensation policy will be voted on at AGM.

Campaign Indonesia’s inaugural Power List: The marketers shaping Indonesia today

A definitive list of the 20 most influential marketing leaders in Indonesia.

Crocs uses dancing mannequins to show the human side of the brand

The work from Flower Shop is ‘Wonderfully Unordinary.’

Pepsi gets (polar) bearish on the competition in savage Super Bowl spot

The live action and CGI animated Taika Waititi-directed spot anchors a full-blown takeover in support of the cola brand’s popular Pepsi Challenge revival.

Inside Campaign Connect Indonesia: what matters to Indonesian marketers

Candid conversations on growth, AI and the cultural trade-offs of scaling brands, with more than 100 marketers in the room.

Gemini 3 becomes the default model for AI Overviews

A pair of updates from Google see the tech giant attempt to gain a further foothold in the battle for AI-powered search supremacy.


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