brand reputation
Valentino’s AI Nightmare: A Cautionary Tale for Brands Rushing into Automation
Valentino’s AI-generated ads were slammed as “lazy” and “disturbing.” This case study reveals crucial lessons for brands on AI, automation, and brand soul.
Red Card for Crypto? FC Barcelona’s Sponsorship Fumble and What It Teaches Tech Startups
FC Barcelona’s cancelled crypto deal is a cautionary tale for tech startups on the critical importance of due diligence, brand alignment, and responsible innovation.
The Butterfly Effect: How Vinted’s Sizing Snafu Reveals Critical Risks for Fintech Platforms and Investors
Vinted’s recent sizing update has caused user outrage, highlighting critical risks in platform economics, fintech trust, and investor confidence.
The Authenticity Premium: Why the Market’s ‘Vibe Shift’ Is Your Next Big Investment Signal
A cultural ‘vibe shift’ towards candour, seen in figures like Martha Stewart, is creating a new ‘authenticity premium’ in finance and investing.
The Unseen Liability: What a Humiliating Flight Denial Teaches Investors About the Multi-Billion Dollar Cost of Social Failure
A flight denial reveals a critical lesson for investors on ESG, operational risk, and the multi-billion dollar financial cost of corporate social failure.
Disney’s Churn Crisis: What a Celebrity Scandal Teaches Us About AI, SaaS, and the Future of Tech
A celebrity scandal caused a spike in Disney+ cancellations, revealing critical lessons for tech companies on AI, SaaS churn, and brand reputation.