Chinese Condom Maker Called Out for Sexist Ad

Chinese condom maker Jissbon removes offensive ad campaign an hour after posting...

by Joshua Cawthorpe, 14 October 2020

Star Wars' John Boyega Cut from Chinese Version of Jo Malone Ad

The actor was not given a headsup that the ad he directed and starred in would be recast despite being the global Jo Malone ambassador.

by Barnaby Lofton, 25 September 2020

'Dad, When I Grow Up I Want to Marry You' Ad Pulled from Shenzhen Metro

The advertisement definitely did not go unnoticed.

by Gary Bailer, 06 August 2020

Popular Chili Sauce Maker Lao Gan Ma Sued Over Unpaid Tencent Ad Fees

The condiment giant which supposedly never spends money on advertising is being sued for failure to pay advertisement fees.

by Barnaby Lofton, 01 July 2020

Darlie Toothpaste to Rebrand, Distances from Racist Roots

The toothpaste in Chinese is still called 黑人牙膏 or ‘Black Person Toothpaste.’

by Rakini Bergundy, 19 June 2020

Apple’s Chinese New Year Video is a Bona Fide Tearjerker

Apple’s newest ‘Shot on iPhone’ film allows viewers to understand the importance of family, generational differences and the hardships for many in the Middle Kingdom.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 16 January 2020

China’s 'Hongbao' Tradition Heats Up in New Nike CNY Ad

The 90-second clip focuses on an aunt and her niece as they meet over the years at the family’s New Years gatherings.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 13 January 2020

Same-Sex Couple in Alibaba's New Ad Praised

The power of subtle messaging.

by Rakini Bergundy, 10 January 2020

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