Google to fund APAC news ideas | Takeaways and photos from Re:Con Thailand | Lixil applies AR to toilets (and other home items)

Plus: Marketers demand more from China PR partners | Anomaly, Facebook, Digital Media Awards, MeToo

View in web browser   Wednesday, 21 November, 2018 Google launches 'new ideas' fund for APAC news outlets Olivia Parker The company is inviting proposals from journalists and publishers in the region and says it will fund its favourites.   Data ownership critical to successful digital marketing Faaez Samadi Too many marketers have difficulty accessing the data they need, let alone understanding it, said panellists at Re:Con Thailand.   Lixil sees VR and AR as key to winning over Japan's new home improvers David Blecken The maker of toilets (among other fixtures and materials) has set up a 'digital studio' near its flagship premises in Tokyo's Ginza district.     Marketers demand that China PR agencies evolve: R3 Matthew Miller Research from R3 charts dramatic changes in how PR agencies are evaluated.   Brian Wieser: Bad behaviour makes working with Facebook harder Thomas Moore Marketers may think twice about the platform after revelations in The New York Times, according to analyst.   Anomaly's Karina Wilsher to be named global CEO Lindsay Stein Wilsher took on the global COO role in 2017.   2019 Digital Media Awards now open for entries Staff DMA sets out to celebrate the best digital marketing work, innovation and talent, and recognise the region's growing influence on the global digital industry.   #MeToo: Mitali Srivastava files defamation suit against Utopeia Campaign India Team Srivastava Hough had recently resigned from the agency.   Editor's Picks The power of 'no' Charles Wigley For agencies, remembering to refuse when necessary can have positive impacts.   Who made it to the AOY shortlists? Staff Reporters See the shortlists for the five Agency of the Year regions and the Network of the Year awards, and find information on attending the awards presentations in December.   40 Under 40: Mandy Hou of Publicis Media Read about Mandy Hou and the 39 other impressive members of our 2018 list.   Promoted Creative trends: APAC wants local flavour, authenticity Staff Writer Hong Kong roundtable event uncovers what's on the palettes of successful brands.   One week remains for Power List nominations Olivia Parker We are taking suggestions for Campaign's first Asia-wide CMO Power List, a definitive guide to the most influential marketers in the region. You have two weeks to nominate!   Events Re.Con Indonesia Nov 22, 2018 Ritz-Carlton Mega Kuningan, Jakarta   Re.Con Malaysia Nov 29, 2018 Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

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