Geopolitics
Forget Starbucks coffee - Gen Z like their drinks ice cold
BBC News – World · Europe
Young consumers are choosing cold, customisable drinks and coffee chains are racing to catch up.
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Geopolitics
As they return to the UK, Harry and Meghan search for a brand that sticks
BBC News – World · Europe
They will not be working royals when they come back. So what could they be doing instead?
Startups
Athleisure brand BlissClub bags Rs 160 Cr to expand product range, retail footprint
Your Story · India
The capital will be used to expand BlissClub’s product categories, accelerate its offline retail network, strengthen product development, and recruit talent fo…
Geopolitics
The ‘Heated Rivalry’ Star Hudson Williams Uplifts a Canadian Tire Bag
The New York Times – World · US
After the actor Hudson Williams was photographed carrying a plaid reusable shopping bag, priced under $2, the tote has become a viral fashion accessory.
Startups
From Physical Rituals to Digital Rewards: How Corporate Gifting is Being Rewritten in India
Your Story · India
The traditional corporate gift is losing ground to something far more utilitarian: a reward the recipient actually gets to choose. As organizations rethink how…
Tech & Startups
My Favorite Coolers Are on Sale for Prime Day: Yeti, Igloo, Ninja, and More (2026)
Wired · Global
We’ve been testing coolers for years, and our top picks are on sale for Amazon Prime Day.
Entrepreneurship
The Hidden Reason So Many CPG Brands Struggle Going Direct-to-Consumer
Inc. · Global
Selling direct means more than launching a website—it requires rethinking everything from fulfillment to customer trust.
Entrepreneurship
You Can’t Touch Products Online. Here’s How Top Brands Are Still Making Customers ‘Feel’ Them
Inc. · Global
Low prices may get the initial click, but engaging the senses gets the subscription.
Geopolitics
Italy investigates Sephora and Benefit over marketing skincare to children
BBC News – World · Europe
The Italian Competition Authority said luxury goods giant LVMH appears to have adopted "particularly insidious" marketing strategies.
Tech & Startups
Ads are coming to Apple Maps, as Apple expands its business offerings
TechCrunch · US
Apple Maps will launch ads this summer in the U.S. and Canada. Plus, a new suite of Apple Business offerings arrives April 14.
Tech & Startups
Pinterest launches a new feature to promote a Pin
TechCrunch · US
Pinterest is rolling out promoted pin feature to the users in the U.S. in coming weeks
Tech & Startups
TikTok ads are about to get a tad more disruptive
TechCrunch · US
One new ad format displays another brand's logo alongside TikTok's on the launch page when users open the app.
Entrepreneurship
Growth Isn’t About Getting Noticed Anymore. Nissan Says It’s About Removing Friction
Inc. · Global
From marketing to purchase, Nissan is betting that making things easier—not louder—is what drives modern growth.
Geopolitics
Eau de Chocolat: A Smelly Ice Cream Ad Tempts Few London Commuters
The New York Times – World · US
Magnum Ice Cream is scaling back a scented ad at King’s Cross station after commuters complained that the aroma was “sickly” and “artificial.”
Startups
B2B marketing startup BambooBox raises $6.6M in round led by Peak XV
Your Story · India
The Bangalore and San Francisco-based company will use the funds to expand globally and develop artificial intelligence tools for its enterprise account-based …
Tech & Startups
Dermstore Promo Codes and Deals: Save Up to 25%
Wired · Global
Score major savings on premium skincare, hair care, and cosmetics with these verified Dermstore discount codes and rewards offers.
Tech & Startups
Webflow buys AI content-generation platform Vidoso to bolster its marketing suite
TechCrunch · US
Founded in 2024, Vidoso uses large language models to help organizations generate marketing collateral like images, presentations, video clips, blog posts, and…
Startups
Cold email in 2026: What still works vs what doesn't
Your Story · India
Cold email is still effective in 2026 if done right. Learn what works, what fails, and how businesses can send outreach emails that actually get replies.
Tech & Startups
Barkbox Promo Codes and Discounts: Up to 50% Off
Wired · Global
Save on Barkbox subscriptions, including monthly themed collections of plush toys, tough chews, and healthy snacks designed to keep your pup’s tail wagging.
Geopolitics
Asia’s Gen Z go sober as alcohol producers and bars revamp business model
South China Morning Post – World · China
For her New Year’s resolution, Cheryl Tan decided that she would drink less alcohol on nights out. The 26-year-old Singaporean finance professional said she wa…
Tech & Startups
X tries wooing advertisers by letting them reuse creatives made for other platforms
TechCrunch · US
X has launched an expanded set of aspect ratio support for both image and video ads, so advertisers can now reuse assets they've created for other platforms.
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