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Trust, Technology and the New Reputation Economy: An Exclusive Interview with Nitin Mantri on Navigating Asia-Pacific’s Next Era

July 10, 2026

The President of APAC at WE Communications explains why human judgment, local intelligence, strategic public affairs and trusted stakeholder relationships will become increasingly critical as businesses confront AI disruption, geopolitical uncertainty and regulatory complexity. As businesses across Asia-Pacific navigate a rapidly changing environment shaped by artificial intelligence, geopolitical tensions, regulatory

Beyond Signals: Omnicom Media Malaysia’s OM Forward Decodes the future of growth

July 10, 2026

The trends, technologies and insights shaping a new era of connectivity for modern brands Omnicom Media Malaysia successfully convened marketers, business leaders, media partners and industry experts at OM Forward: Beyond Signals on the 2nd of July, bringing together a thought leadership event that examined how brands can navigate complexity,

Beyond Signals: Why the Next Era of Growth Belongs to Businesses That Can Sense, Decide and Act Faster

July 9, 2026

Omnicom Media, the largest media agency group in Malaysia, held their annual OM Forward event titled Beyond Signals, bringing together senior marketers, business leaders and industry partners to challenge one of the biggest assumptions in modern marketing, that more data automatically leads to better growth. Instead, the event presented a

Marmite Bottles England’s World Cup Hope in Three Different Sizes

July 8, 2026

From cautious quarter-finalists to believers going all the way, ‘WeMite’ turns football optimism into something fans can actually pack. There are many ways to measure an England football fan’s optimism. You can listen to how loudly they sing. Count how early they book their return flight. Or simply look at

Louis Vuitton Won the Logo Battle, Molly Tea May Be Winning the Backlash

July 8, 2026

A US$1.5 million trademark ruling has turned a legal defeat into something far more complicated: a test of what happens when brand ownership collides with cultural identity. On paper, this should have been a straightforward trademark case. A Chinese bubble tea company used a four-petal flower logo. A global luxury

Malaysian Brands Have a Silent Trust Problem

July 8, 2026

Every marketer has seen it happen. Sales begin to soften. Repeat purchases slow. Customer acquisition suddenly becomes more expensive. Yet customer service receives few complaints and social media remains relatively quiet. It is tempting to believe nothing is wrong. According to new research from Ogilvy, that assumption could be costing

Hyundai Brings “Driving ASEAN as One” to Life Ahead of Hyundai Cup™ 2026

July 8, 2026

Hyundai Motor Asia Pacific has unveiled a new chapter of its “Hyundai, Driving ASEAN as One” campaign film, marking a significant milestone in its title partnership of the Hyundai Cup™ 2026, which will take place from 24 July to 26 August 2026. Through a compelling story, Hyundai brings to life

Astro Unveils Astro X3 and a Slate of New Entertainment Content

July 8, 2026

Astro, Malaysia’s leading media and entertainment company, today announced Astro X3, its new streaming-first offering which requires no box, no installation and no contract. With a seamless mobile sign-up experience, customers can start watching their favourite content in minutes. As Astro makes it easier than ever for audiences to enjoy

Most Marketers Thinks They’re AI-ready. Here’s Why They May Not Be.

July 7, 2026

Artificial intelligence has become impossible to ignore. From content creation and campaign planning to customer service and reporting, marketers are increasingly embracing AI-powered tools to work more efficiently. So when someone asks if your business is AI-ready, the answer feels obvious. It isn’t. According to Kuala Lumpur-based AI company MeVe

WHERE MARKETING FACES MARKETING

July 7, 2026

There is a noticeable difference between arriving at a gala dinner and arriving at the APPIES. At 8.00am on the first morning, nobody is thinking about trophies. They’re thinking about fifteen minutes. The foyer is already filling. Coffee is poured. Lanyards are collected. Familiar faces exchange greetings before drifting back

Trust, Technology and the New Reputation Economy: An Exclusive Interview with Nitin Mantri on Navigating Asia-Pacific’s Next Era

July 10, 2026