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There’s a very significant role classical brand thinking can play in changing the odds for start-ups, writes Craig Wills.

A new Enders Analysis study has uncovered that spending on purchases related to our identity is increasing much more significantly than other household spend. Here, the report’s author explains why this is so important.

Dominic Mills is perplexed as to why some brands feel the need to indulge in Christmas ads, while those that should don’t strike the right balance between brand and activation.

For the pro-Brexit press, events could leave them facing ever more extreme contortions to explain to their readers the difference between what was promised and the unfortunate reality.

It may seem self-evident to those in the creative department, but too often people neglect the importance of their message and their creative, writes Daniel Wilkinson.

Adland has broken out in a rash of effectiveness studies, and they all point in a similar direction. Will they be listened to, asks Thinkbox’s Matt Hill.

Ofcom’s block on BBC iPlayer box-sets is a time-consuming distraction that ignores the real threat of Netflix, Amazon and Apple, writes Ray Snoddy.

It’s time to find a new mantra if advertising wants to at least slow its slide into public distrust, writes Jacqui Wallis.

Using behavioural science, William Hanmer-Lloyd explains why ad targeting should be far more focused on context, mood and recognition of our flawed decision making.

The key figures for some social media platforms show costs are up while engagement is down – so why are advertisers choosing to ride it out, asks Dominic Mills. Plus: an estate agent’s wet dream, and annoying headlines.