Liftoff's IPO and What Mobile Ad Tech Maturity Means for SEA
Liftoff's $437M IPO signals a maturing mobile ad tech market. Here's what Southeast Asian growth teams should read into it — and act on.
Influencers vs. Advocates: Which Voice Drives Real ROI?
Influencers get reach. Advocates drive trust. Understanding which voice to deploy — and when — is now a core paid media decision for SEA brands.
Influencer Marketing as a Performance Channel: What's Changed
Influencer marketing has moved from vibes-based spend to a measurable performance channel. Here's what that shift demands from your MarTech stack.
When AI Buys the Ad Slot: CTV's Performance Marketing Shift
Agentic AI ad buying, CTV performance tools, and smarter social stacks are reshaping digital strategy. Here's what growth teams need to act on now.
When CTV Performs Like Social: Lessons for SEA Media Buyers
Samsung Ads and Crumbl cracked CTV performance metrics that rival social. Here's what SEA media buyers can steal from their playbook.
AI UGC Ads and Pinterest's Measurement Bet: Paid Media in 2026
AI-generated UGC at $2.50 per video and Pinterest's SMB measurement push are reshaping paid media. Here's what Southeast Asian performance teams should act on now.
Performance TV and the Search Budget Rethink in 2026
Philadelphia Cream Cheese ditched search ads. CTV is redefining performance. Here's what both moves say about where media budgets are really heading.