Pet Food Has a Massive Carbon Footprint. Bug-Based Proteins Can Change That

Americans have a lot of pets–and those pets eat a lot of meat, with massive implications for the climate. To shrink the carbon footprint of our furry companions, brands like Jiminy’s and Lovebug want to swap animal protein for insects. “Our dogs eat the same thing every day. Swap it with a sustainable alternative, and…

McDonald’s brings back ‘Raise Your Arches’ in U.K.

Leo Burnett brings on director Micheal Gracy for a fun-loving sequel.

As Digital Media Falters, Betches Hits Its Stride, Expanding Headcount and Revenue Streams

Lifestyle and comedy publisher Betches, which chronicles dating and pop culture for a predominantly female audience, just introduced digital advertising to its newly redesigned website in late July. The move is part of a broader effort to diversify its business and signal a new chapter for the digital media company. Created and still wholly owned…

Programmatic media buying questions marketers should be asking

Even non-technical marketers can get better results by asking the right questions, ANA study recommends.

Goodby Silverstein & Partners hires first chief growth officer

Cory Berger joins from Grey, where he spent four years a global chief growth officer.

Top 50 Furniture Trends in August – From Playful Furniture Exhibits to Comfortable Low-Cost Chairs (TOPLIST)

(TrendHunter.com) Sustainability, both in production and material use, is top-of-mind for many brands in the August 2023 furniture round-up. The WoodenWood Project, for example, upcycled materials and utilizes an…

How Much Should an Agency Pay a New Business Hire? This Study Reveals How Much

Heads of growth, directors of new business, chief marketing officers–all roles with similar remits that have grown in importance over the years as agencies are forced to claw their ways toward growth in a world where fees are shrinking and shareholder pressure is growing. This past year, there’s been movement across the industry, most notably…

Programmatic remains murky but transparency costs extra, ANA report finds

Some suggest it’s past time to demand SSP disclosures and have marketers ask right questions.

Shutterstock Outlines Its Vision for Giphy’s Potential Ad Offer

The launch of Giphy’s native advertising platform, set to be revealed at the end of this year, will be worth hundreds of millions of dollars, proclaimed its new owner Shutterstock’s chief executive Paul Hennessy during the company’s most recent quarterly earnings call. Shutterstock acquired Giphy from Meta in May in a cut-price deal of $53…

What Apple’s iOS 17 changes mean for advertisers

The tech giant is mounting new efforts to curb fingerprinting, among other updates.

When A.I. Lies About You, There’s Little Recourse

People have little protection or recourse when the technology creates and spreads falsehoods about them.

So What Do We Call Twitter Now Anyway?

With Elon Musk’s rebranding of the app, is Twitter’s name really retired? What about tweets? We unravel the terminology puzzle.

Ron DeSantis Accepts Gavin Newsom’s Challenge to Debate on Fox News

The California governor had taunted his Florida counterpart for months. Now, with his presidential campaign struggling, Mr. DeSantis agreed to a debate hosted by Sean Hannity.

Top 75 Health Trends in August – From Drinker-Specific Sunscreens to At-Home Health Providers (TOPLIST)

(TrendHunter.com) The August 2023 health round-up showcases how embedded modern technology has become in the healthcare field. This trend is accelerating as digital capabilities and artificial intelligence models…

Cindy Crawford is back: One Margarita/ feat. Saucy Santana -That Chick Angel, CasaDi, & Steve Terrell

Drinks & Alcohol

Cindy Crawford makes a surprising comeback.

Top 100 Drinking Trends in August – From Premium Whiskey Seltzers to Pizza Bagel Cocktails (TOPLIST)

(TrendHunter.com) The August 2023 drinking round-up offers a good balance between sophisticated, high-end alcoholic beverages and very outlandish concoctions.

The Balvenie, a famous Scottish distillery, stands out…

McDonald’s eleva o espírito (e as sobrancelhas) em engarrafamento tedioso

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Um engarrafamento vira convite silencioso para o McDonald’s, tudo através de sobrancelhas levantadas. Novo filme criado pela Leo Burnett de Londres dá continuidade ao conceito “Raise Your Arches”, originalmente apresentado em um comercial dirigido por Edgar Wright. Por que isso é importante: Em um mundo onde a publicidade luta por atenção, McDonald’s usa uma abordagem …

Leia McDonald’s eleva o espírito (e as sobrancelhas) em engarrafamento tedioso na íntegra no B9.

Top 55 Home Trends in August – From Refined Terry Bath Towels to Sustainable Bamboo Home Goods (TOPLIST)

(TrendHunter.com) The August 2023 home round-up showcases many refined and minimalist products that are meant to enhance the aesthetic and functionality of any living residence.

Bedding is of great focus to the…

Top 100 Food Trends in August – From Quick-Cook Ramen Noodles to Printed Collagen Supplements (TOPLIST)

(TrendHunter.com) The August 2023 food showcases some exciting and unconventional flavors that are bound to excite culinary enthusiasts. Domino’s Japan, for example, embraces the pickle craze by launching its new…

The Great Fail: Bed, Bath &… Bankruptcy

For 52 years, Bed, Bath & Beyond was the destination for high-quality home goods merchandise, top brands, and a discovery zone for home shopping that made it inspiring and fun. By January 2014, the company had operated more than 1,500 stores in North America, reaching a share price of $70. Despite all the success, the…