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SOCIAL MEDIA TECH

TikTok Shop Emerges as Key Beauty Player Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

TikTok Shop has reshaped beauty e-commerce with influencer-led campaigns and viral commerce, driving a “halo effect” across retail channels. But with a looming U.S. regulatory crackdown, brands must decide: double down or diversify?

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STYLE TECH

Meta, Ray-Ban, and Coperni Bet on Fashion to Sell the Future of Wearables

Unveiled at Paris Fashion Week 2025, the Ray-Ban Meta x Coperni smart glasses are more than a tech accessory—they're a bold statement at the intersection of wearable innovation and high fashion. With scarcity baked into the launch and status coded into the frame, this collaboration signals a strategic shift in how tech products are marketed to a new class of style-savvy digital natives.

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TECH

With Great Accessibility Comes New Responsibility: GPT-4o and the Future of Visual Marketing

OpenAI's new GPT-4o image generator is more than a tech upgrade—it's a paradigm shift for marketers. With real-time visual creation now possible inside ChatGPT, brand teams are accelerating campaigns, slashing costs, and experimenting like never before. But alongside the power comes a new era of creative responsibility.

4 min read

STYLE TECH

When Models Go Digital — H&M Bets on AI Twins to Shape the Future

H&M is introducing digital replicas of accurate models into its marketing campaigns in a bold step toward AI integration. This innovation puts the brand at the center of fashion's AI debate, raising questions about ethics, creativity, and the evolving meaning of representation in a tech-driven industry.

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TECH

iPhone 16e: Apple’s Budget iPhone That Isn’t So Budget After All

Apple's introduction of the iPhone 16e signals a strategic shift in branding rather than just a new pricing model. Apple is redefining consumer perception of its lower-cost models by moving away from the "SE" moniker and integrating the device into the iPhone 16 lineup.

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TECH

Amazon’s Alexa+ and the Future of AI-Driven Marketing

Amazon’s upcoming launch of Alexa+, powered by generative AI, is not just a step forward for intelligent assistants but a paradigm shift for marketers. With its ability to deliver hyper-personalized experiences, voice-activated commerce, and AI-driven content creation, Alexa+ has the potential to redefine how brands interact with consumers.

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FOOD & DRINK TECH

Is AI the Next Step for Customer Experience? Let’s Hear What the Fast-Food Giant Has to Say

McDonald's is embarking on a bold artificial intelligence transformation, integrating cutting-edge technologies across its 43,000 restaurants worldwide. From AI-powered drive-throughs to predictive maintenance, the global fast-food leader is streamlining operations and reshaping the industry's future. But can McDonald's balance innovation with customer satisfaction?

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ADVERTISING TECH

Amazon Boost Ad Spending in Elon Musk’s X: A Calculated Risk or a Smart Bet?

After scaling back due to content moderation concerns, Amazon started ramping up its ad spending on X, Elon Musk’s rebranded Twitter. This decision signals a turning point for Amazon’s marketing strategy and X’s advertising recovery.

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Ai Bubble

TECH

Are We Living in an AI Bubble?

The advertising industry is poised for a transformation driven by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). In 2025, AI will become an indispensable tool for marketers.

ADVERTISING TECH

Creativity Faces Technology as AI Redefines Advertising

The ad industry transforms as AI and data take center stage, challenging brands to balance innovation with creativity while adapting to a data-centric future.

TECH

What Happened to Google Search ?

TikTok and Amazon are redefining search for younger audiences, challenging Google, and reshaping marketing strategies.

STRATEGY TECH

Jaguar Faces Mixed Reactions to Its Bold Rebranding Effort

Jaguar's rebranding, focusing on luxury EVs and bold aesthetics, aims to attract younger audiences but faces criticism for neglecting its heritage.