DIGITAL ADVERTISING IS GROWING. DRIVEN BY VIDEO ON CTV, SOCIAL MEDIA AND RETAIL

25. 5. 2025 Two-thirds of advertising investment in Europe is directed towards digital advertising. Most European countries saw double-digit growth in digital advertising spending last year, according to a new report by IAB Europe. The European digital advertising market achieved double-digit growth in 2024, specifically 16%, and exceeded €118.9 billion for the first time. This is according to… Continue reading DIGITAL ADVERTISING IS GROWING. DRIVEN BY VIDEO ON CTV, SOCIAL MEDIA AND RETAIL

SEEMINGLY IMPOSSIBLE MARKETING MISSION CAN HAVE A HAPPY ENDING THANKS TO TV ADVERTISING AND “MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE”

25. 5. 2025 Mission: Impossible: an impossible mission in various forms, which came with new instalments, inspires not only film fans but also the world of advertising.

DO YOU SEE THE WORLD THE SAME WAY? MAYBE NOT. BRANDS NEED TO TAKE THIS INTO ACCOUNT

22. 5. 2025 Thanks to behavioural sciences, we know how to influence consumer decisions. But how do we deal with the fact that an estimated fifth of the population’s brains work a little differently? Zdeňka Zlatušková addresses the topic of neurodiversity in the context of advertising in her role as Head of Innovation at the Dentsu agency, and… Continue reading DO YOU SEE THE WORLD THE SAME WAY? MAYBE NOT. BRANDS NEED TO TAKE THIS INTO ACCOUNT

ADS & DATA X SPA REINE ECO-PACK: UNLOCKING INCREMENTAL REACH THROUGH DATA-DRIVEN TV TARGETING

22. 5. 2025 SPA Reine’s Eco-Pack campaign with Ads & Data sets a new benchmark in media innovation by combining linear TV with Addressable TV (Smart AD) to deliver incremental reach and optimize frequency. In a still water category under growing pressure from tap water and price-driven private labels, SPA Reine worked with Ads&Data to reaffirm its leadership… Continue reading ADS & DATA X SPA REINE ECO-PACK: UNLOCKING INCREMENTAL REACH THROUGH DATA-DRIVEN TV TARGETING

ATRESMEDIA PUBLICIDAD’S FREQUENCY OPTIMISER

21. 5. 2025 Frequency Optimization in Connected TV Advertising Atresmedia Publicidad has introduced the Frequency Optimizer, a new technology solution aimed at improving the effectiveness and efficiency of advertising in connected television (CTV). The system utilizes HbbTV (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV) technology and a sophisticated ad-serving platform to manage and control ad frequency in real time, an advancement… Continue reading ATRESMEDIA PUBLICIDAD’S FREQUENCY OPTIMISER

TV ADS TOO LOUD? TV STATIONS ARE NOT BREAKING THE LAW, SAYS RRTV

19. 5. 2025 TV viewers keep complaining to the Council for Radio and Television Broadcasting that they feel ads are too loud. However, according to the RRTV, television broadcasters are not breaking the law. Excessive volume in commercials remains one of the most frequent complaints that television viewers bring to the attention of the Radio and Television Broadcasting… Continue reading TV ADS TOO LOUD? TV STATIONS ARE NOT BREAKING THE LAW, SAYS RRTV

ADVERTISING REPORT 2024: THE ADVERTISING MARKET IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC GREW BY 3%. IT IS STABLE, BUT COMPARED TO THE REST OF THE WORLD, THIS REPRESENTS A SLOWDOWN

15. 5. 2025 The results of the annual Advertising Report 2024 survey are in. The advertising market in the Czech Republic grew by 3%. The year 2024 brought moderate but stable growth to the Czech advertising market. Investments in marketing communications exceeded CZK 150 billion, with television and online media maintaining their dominant position. Despite a global growth… Continue reading ADVERTISING REPORT 2024: THE ADVERTISING MARKET IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC GREW BY 3%. IT IS STABLE, BUT COMPARED TO THE REST OF THE WORLD, THIS REPRESENTS A SLOWDOWN

BEST ACTOR IN AN ADVERTISEMENT: HYNEK ČERMÁK, MASCOT: PAT AND MAT

14. 5. 2025 Hynek Čermák is the best actor in an advertisement in 2024, while Pat and Mat are the most popular mascots, according to the latest annual survey. Respondents to an extensive survey chose Hynek Čermák, the long-time face of Staropramen, as the best actor in advertising in 2024. The results are based on a regular survey… Continue reading BEST ACTOR IN AN ADVERTISEMENT: HYNEK ČERMÁK, MASCOT: PAT AND MAT

CONTENT FIRST: GOOD CONTENT LIES IN DATA, AUTHENTICITY AND PERSONALISATION

12. 5. 2025 How can you remain relevant in a digital world where a high-quality product is no longer enough? The key lies in data, authenticity, consistent work with the community and the courage to adapt to new technologies, according to the Content First conference. Content is everywhere around us today, but very little of it really grabs… Continue reading CONTENT FIRST: GOOD CONTENT LIES IN DATA, AUTHENTICITY AND PERSONALISATION

STUDY: WOMEN’S SPORTS ARE A BIG WIN FOR ADVERTISERS

4. 5. 2025 As TV viewing spiked by 131% YoY, EDO reports that the impact of ads in women’s sports increased by 56%. A new study finds that as TV viewership for women’s sports surged by 131% in 2024, the programming also saw a 56% year-over-year increase in ad impact, according to EDO. The study found that from… Continue reading STUDY: WOMEN’S SPORTS ARE A BIG WIN FOR ADVERTISERS

BRANDS DON’T NEED A MAGIC WAND TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS — THEY’RE PERFECTLY HAPPY WITH HARRY POTTER

2. 5. 2025 Harry Potter and his magical world are symbols of the magic and fantasy behind the reality of everyday life. The idea that even an ordinary person could belong to the world of magic is appealing and inspiring to many people. But that’s not the only thing that attracts advertisers to the Harry Potter phenomenon. In… Continue reading BRANDS DON’T NEED A MAGIC WAND TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS — THEY’RE PERFECTLY HAPPY WITH HARRY POTTER

LIKE AWARD OF GENERATION Z GOES TO THE “NENASADITELNÝ PRSTEN” CAMPAIGN

26. 4. 2025 The winner of the Like Generation Z award at the ADC Awards was the “Nenasaditelný prsten” campaign created by Leo Burnett for Prague Pride. For the third time, multimedia students studying economics at the University of Economics in Prague have chosen the winner of the Like Generation Z award at the ADC Awards. The award… Continue reading LIKE AWARD OF GENERATION Z GOES TO THE “NENASADITELNÝ PRSTEN” CAMPAIGN

FIVE HOLLYWOOD MOMENTS THAT MADE BRANDS UNFORGETTABLE

17. 4. 2025 Hollywood doesn’t just write film history—it also shapes the legacy of brands. These five iconic moments helped brands achieve record-breaking sales. Most of us associate Hollywood with movie stars, luxury, and success. But this Los Angeles neighbourhood is more than just a dream factory spinning tales of fortune. The American film industry sets cultural trends,… Continue reading FIVE HOLLYWOOD MOMENTS THAT MADE BRANDS UNFORGETTABLE

AD MANAGER BY RTL ADALLIANCE – A UNIQUE GATEWAY TO EUROPE’S PREMIUM DIGITAL VIDEO INVENTORY

17. 4. 2025 A unique gateway to Europe’s premium digital video inventory RTL AdAlliance has introduced AdManager, a self-service advertising platform that enables advertisers to directly purchase premium digital video inventory across multiple European markets. The platform consolidates access to Connected TV (CTV), Broadcaster Video-On-Demand (BVOD), and online video inventory within a single, user-friendly interface. It’s a first-of-its-kind… Continue reading AD MANAGER BY RTL ADALLIANCE – A UNIQUE GATEWAY TO EUROPE’S PREMIUM DIGITAL VIDEO INVENTORY

A VEVO & CHANNEL 4 STUDY – UNLOCKING THE POWER OF PREMIUM

17. 4. 2025 Amid ongoing industry discussions around the definition of premium content and the role of global streaming platforms within the broader “TV” ecosystem, Vevo, the world’s leading music video network, which distributes the largest network of premium music channels on YouTube, has released a new study. The research conducted by Amplified Intelligence offers valuable insights into… Continue reading A VEVO & CHANNEL 4 STUDY – UNLOCKING THE POWER OF PREMIUM

THE CHOICE OF CHEAPER WATER SERVICES IS INCREASINGLY COMMON IN EUROPE

13. 4. 2025 The desire to save money is increasingly reflected in media behaviour. Europeans, who on average have two paid subscriptions to SVOD services, are looking for cheaper options. Media behaviour is changing. Europeans are seen to be trying to save on subscriptions for SVOD services. The credibility of social media is decreasing in their eyes due… Continue reading THE CHOICE OF CHEAPER WATER SERVICES IS INCREASINGLY COMMON IN EUROPE

THERE ARE 118 WORKS ON THE ADC AWARDS SHORTLIST, LED BY VML AND MCCANN

11. 4. 2025 The ADC Czech Creative Awards already know their finalists. In total, there are 118 entries on the shortlist, with VML and McCann having the highest number of entries. After three days of intense jury evaluation, ADC, the organizer of the 32nd ADC Czech Creatie Awards, announces this year’s shortlist – out of 270 entries, 118… Continue reading THERE ARE 118 WORKS ON THE ADC AWARDS SHORTLIST, LED BY VML AND MCCANN

THICK, LIKE A LEPRECHAUN SPITTING. GOLDEN WELL SYRUPS ENTER THE CZECH MARKET

10. 4. 2025 Slovakia’s market leader in fruit syrups is coming to the Czech Republic with a campaign from Triad Prague. The spot was produced by Divize studio with director Bára Anna Stejskalová. With the concept of Fairy Tales from the Golden Well, the syrup brand wants to differentiate itself from the established communication in the category. “We… Continue reading THICK, LIKE A LEPRECHAUN SPITTING. GOLDEN WELL SYRUPS ENTER THE CZECH MARKET