Ad spends to grow at 15.5 percent: GroupM India

The launch and expansion of 5G services beyond top metros, combined with affordable smartphones, is also expected to drive ad spend growth. (Representational Image: Anthony Rosset via Unsplash)

India ranked eighth globally on ad spends and continues to be the fastest-growing market in 2023, as per GroupM.

YouTubers KSI, Logan Paul’s brand, Prime becomes the first influencer-run biz to advertise during Super Bowl

After becoming the Official Sports Drink for Arsenal Football Club and the UFC, Prime Hydration by KSI and Logan Paul, launches an advertisement during the Super Bowl. (Image via Twitter - @LoganPaul)

Prime Hydration an energy drink brand by the duo was launched in 2022 and is the most popular sports drink brand in the world today, beating even Gatorade.

Super Bowl 2023 Ad Playlist: Tubi, Dunkin, Doritos, Rihanna, Amazon, Pepsi, hit the right spot

According to Statista, during the 2019 Super Bowl, consumers spent 641,000 hours watching Super Bowl ads on YouTube, representing a 58 percent increase over the previous year. (Stills from ads)

How from Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck, Ben Stiller, Steve Martin to cuddly animals made Super Bowl 2023 commercials unskippable.

Ask ChatGPT, how to build great brands from buzzy innovations

This strategic lays the foundation for Efficacy Worldwide's future operations in South Asian markets and the Middle East. (Representative Image: Kyle Glenn via Unsplash)

Hold on. You don’t need a chatbot for it. We have it covered for you. In this week’s Simply Speaking, understand why savvy marketing is perhaps even more important than game-changing innovations.

Philips new campaign with Alia Bhatt to promote hair straightening products

Philips India states that in female grooming there is massive demand for hair care products (straighteners or straightening brushes) which are able to do job at home easily. (Image source: Still from the ad)

For the first time, Philips’ campaign execution is not solely centered around Alia Bhatt and features women across age groups.

ChatGPT to BARD: Big Tech goes aggressive for AI share

Google is addressing Advancing AI responsibly by striking a balance between maximizing its positive impact and addressing its potential risks.(Representational image by Jeffrey Ho via Unsplash)

Generative AI is not only changing the way users will create and consume content but also transforming the way marketers and agencies use the tools to enhance brand communication.

Kurkure eyes GenZ consumers through witty advertising strategy

Kurkure had created multiple catchy taglines such as 'Kya Karein, Control Nahin Hota' that established Kurkure’s intense chatpata taste, “Masti Bole To Kurkure” that owned ‘masti’ with Kurkure’s jester view on topical issues, and “Sab Family Ban Jaye” for the neo-nesters living away from their families. Even the popular 'Tedha Hai Par Mera Hai' catered to the ‘imperfect’ Indian family who are comfortable with their imperfections and quirks. (Image source: Stills from #HalkeMeinLo ad)

Kurkure aims to connect with Gen Z consumers by launching a sub-brand Kurkure Playz that caters to the growing soft-texture category.