How Procter & Gamble got ‘good buzz’ by briefly retiring Mr. Clean

Publicis shop MSL spearheaded the socially driven effort to refresh the brand’s mascot and introduce new product innovations.

By Chris Kelly • March 10, 2026

Knorr taps into viral social trends with latest dating-focused campaign

The Unilever brand is amplifying user-generated content via a TikTok Branded Mission as part of an effort that includes media tie-ups and events.

By Chris Kelly • March 9, 2026

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From the continued rise of artificial intelligence to the emergence of new digital channels, here's a look at key trends driving marketing in 2026.

By Marketing Dive staff

Burger King names 2 new agencies following viral Whopper bite moment

Mojo Supermarket, now the chain’s U.S. social AOR, claimed credit for a video swiping at McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski’s awkward Big Arch review. 

By Peter Adams • March 9, 2026

Why Unleashed Brands tapped VaynerX to pump up social media marketing

CMO Pat O’Toole, formerly of Burger King, details his first campaign at the youth-enrichment company, in support of Urban Air Adventure Park.

By Chris Kelly • March 6, 2026

McDonald’s reality TV-inspired campaign turns kiosks into confessionals

The social-heavy effort, made with agency Golin, comes as the chain faces social media and competitor blowback for a video featuring its CEO.

By Chris Kelly • March 5, 2026

TikTok, MLB tap into growing baseball fandom with expanded content tie-up

The duo is deepening an existing global partnership to offer exclusive content, greater creator access and a player engagement initiative.

By Aaron Baar • Feb. 26, 2026

How Coach cocreated a campaign with Gen Z communities around the world

CMO Joon Silverstein explained how “Explore Your Story” demonstrates the luxury brand’s embrace of social-first marketing during a Marketing Dive event.

By Chris Kelly • Feb. 26, 2026

IHOP promotes pancakes with low-tech aesthetics, experiential play

In a tie-up with musician Mr. Fantasy, the chain is plastering high-traffic areas with old-school flyers reminiscent of the early internet aesthetic. 

By Sara Karlovitch • Feb. 25, 2026

Waterloo Sparkling Water names Dentsu Creative social AOR as brand expands

The nearly 10-year-old beverage marketer is looking to social as a national awareness driver and prioritizing quality interaction over content volume.

By Peter Adams • Feb. 23, 2026

Depop touts ability to support consumer incomes with ‘Depoponomics’

A 30-second spot set to the song “Millionaire” by Kelis, who makes a cameo in the ad, is accompanied by a Depop shop curated by the R&B icon.

By Jessica Hammers • Feb. 18, 2026

PepsiCo’s first creator-led product launch reimagines chips for Gen Z

The CPG giant teamed with Madison Beer, iShowSpeed and Dude Perfect on products meant to shrink the distance between creators, culture and checkout.

By Chris Kelly • Feb. 18, 2026

How QSRs are building on value marketing with pop culture, nostalgia

Fast food marketers including McDonald’s, Burger King and Wendy’s will have to move beyond price-point value to drive sales and traffic.

By Chris Kelly • Feb. 18, 2026

PepsiCo’s CMO on how its Super Bowl strategy informs 2026 growth plans

Chief Consumer and Marketing Officer Jane Wakely explains how efforts by Lay’s, Pepsi Zero Sugar and Poppi extend beyond the big game.

By Chris Kelly • Feb. 17, 2026

The new rules of social discovery and distribution

Actionable insights, benchmarks and brand examples to help marketers adapt to changes on social.

Feb. 17, 2026

Publicis weds creator, sports marketing for new Influential Sports unit

The move is designed to help brands connect with sports fans at scale and measure creator-driven programs with greater speed and accuracy.

By Aaron Baar • Feb. 12, 2026

Kotex serves up brand platform, refreshed identity with ‘Own Your Flow’

The Kimberly-Clark brand uses tennis as a metaphor in a purpose-driven effort that remakes Tears For Fears’ “Everybody Wants To Rule The World.”

By Chris Kelly • Feb. 11, 2026

CeraVe dubs NBA’s Durant its ‘Face of Legs’ in social-first campaign

The global effort responds to viral posts mocking the Rockets star for his dry skin, including through a Mean Tweets-inspired video.

By Peter Adams • Updated Feb. 10, 2026

Dove lets Redditors do the talking in transparency-focused campaign

“Dove r/eal reviews” leverages Reddit’s growing beauty community and the platform’s reputation for honest product takes.

By Sara Karlovitch • Feb. 10, 2026

‘Don Draper is rolling over in his grave’: Super Bowl 60 ads play it safe

Most brands returned to the same conceptual wells while emergent ad categories like AI and health and wellness offered a mixed bag.

By Peter Adams , Chris Kelly • Feb. 9, 2026

Super Bowl 2026: Viewership, engagement and ads analysis

Breaking down all the key stats from the big game’s ads, including cost, reach, social engagement and more.

By Sara Karlovitch • Feb. 9, 2026

Chipotle pokes fun at AI Super Bowl ads to spotlight real ingredients

After another brand's AI-generated Super Bowl spot airs, the restaurant chain will post a video on Instagram Reels to dole out free entree codes. 

By Jessica Hammers • Feb. 5, 2026

Uber Eats lets fans build their own Super Bowl ad with in-app integration

The delivery platform created a content library full of alternate scenes for its own commercial that include cameos from a handful of celebrities.

By Aaron Baar • Feb. 5, 2026

American Eagle offers creators rewards to keep content flowing

The AE Creator Community is anchored on a rewards system that incentivizes creators to participate in regular challenges around content sharing. 

By Peter Adams • Feb. 4, 2026

3 advertising stats from Meta’s record holiday ‘25 period

AI-driven improvements to ads ranking and learning models boosted clicks and conversions during the key Q4 window, which drew record demand. 

By Peter Adams • Jan. 29, 2026

Unpacking the marketing industry trends forecast for 2026

Marketers must remain resilient as they navigate ongoing challenges, including an uncertain economic backdrop and the advancement of AI.

By Marketing Dive staff • Jan. 29, 2026