To poke fun at the social phenomenon known as ‘social smoking’, ad agency BBDO Toronto created an ad for the Ontario Ministry of Health that humorously replaces cigarettes with farts. Called ‘Social Farter’, it tells the story of a young lady who only farts in social situations. “If you only fart with friends, you’re not […]
With enterprising music artists continuing to take advantage of social networks and digital music services to promote their work, A&R executives can benefit from surveying the users of such platforms in order to help identify up-and-coming trends and musicians to sign, suggests Cint, a global provider of tools to obtain market intelligence. Platforms such as […]
Audi set out to demonstrate the legendary road hugging capabilities of the A4 through an interactive and socially enabled installation. Passersby in Toronto had the chance to race one of 3 miniature Audis around a custom built 20ft x 7ft racing track using an iPad to control the car. The iPad app was paired with an […]
The increasing use of mobile devices and resulting changes in consumer shopping behaviour mean that a mobile web shop is a requirement for many retailers. Online retailers who want to survive in the market and be securely positioned for the future rely on the technology and expertise of Intershop Communications AG when implementing a successful […]
Finding objective information about the restaurants that consumers are contemplating visiting is often difficult to find. By already calculating more than $400,000 worth of weekly dining transactions, iOS app What Should I Tip? is working to change that. With version 2.0 of the app, Wavelength Media’s free tip calculator app is aiming to provide users […]
ITV has launched a promotional TV campaign featuring exclusively shot footage of the England football squad. The campaign aims to reinforce ITV’s position as a reliable source of free and live football coverage for the sport’s fans, and comes ahead of two qualifying games for the 2014 World Cup. The 50-second ad features headshots of […]
Mr.Wolfdog, Old Spice’s recently appointed director of marketing, has stepped down after holding the position for only a week. Created by W+K Portland & Minivegas, the Wolfdog campaign has garnered over four million views on YouTube, with releases including a series of ‘how to achieve in life’ videos and providing love advice. The campaign also […]
Vodafone will end its seven-year deal with Formula One team McLaren at the end of the 2013 season as it looks to shift all sponsorship activity to supporting local events. The company says the cost of backing the team, believed to be £75m a year, was not a factor in its decision and it will […]
Heineken, the official beer sponsor of ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL, happening March 15-17 and March 22-24, 2013 at Bayfront Park in Miami, is transforming the beer line into the ultimate festival experience with its latest activation. Making its debut at the 15th anniversary of the famous event, the Heineken House delivers a world of electronic dance […]
One of the best ways to gain attention and credibility is to back up your words with actions. Peru’s University of Engineering and Technology wanted to attract new students for the 2013 school year, so they teamed up with DraftFCB and created the world’s very first water producing billboard for a city that sits in […]