A Volkswagen Amarok commercial poking fun about being banned by Australian authorities was, in fact, banned for promoting unsafe driving. So Reports Driving.

Southeast Asia's Generation Z, commonly referred to as “centennials,” are not particularly interested in "prestigious or famous" brand names when making online shopping decisions, according to a new Dentsu Aegis Media study. So reports Campaign.

China's biggest marketing and public relations firm, BlueFocus, is planning to purchase U.S. company Eleven Holdings Inc. with the hopes of expanding into North America. So reports Caixin.

Data from Standard Media Index shows gambling companies across Australia are spending more on advertising, now up to $140 million through July. So reports European Gaming.