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Absurdist, nonsensical humor and content, driven by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, is becoming increasingly mainstream online, impacting brand engagement and marketing strategies.
Rise of Brainrot Culture- Authenticity and Transparency Reign Supreme
- The Power of Community and Connection
- Advertising
- Brand strategy
- Content creation
- Marketing
- Social Media
- Brands & Advertising
- Consumer Attitudes
- Culture
Absurdist, nonsensical humor and content, driven by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, is becoming increasingly mainstream online, impacting brand engagement and marketing strategies.
Webby: 2025 trend report its...Rise of Brainrot Culture
Absurdist, nonsensical humor and content, driven by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, is becoming increasingly mainstream online, impacting brand engagement and marketing strategies.
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Brands are increasingly blurring the lines between business and culture, prioritizing entertainment to gain share of voice and market share.
Rise of Entertainment Brands- Experiences Over Material Goods
- The Blurring of Physical and Digital Realities
- The Power of Community and Connection
- Advertising
- Brand Building
- Consumer goods
- Marketing
- Media
- Brands & Advertising
- Business & Commerce
- Entertainment
Brands are increasingly blurring the lines between business and culture, prioritizing entertainment to gain share of voice and market share.
Smallworld: How brands win in...Rise of Entertainment Brands
Brands are increasingly blurring the lines between business and culture, prioritizing entertainment to gain share of voice and market share. 
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Social entrepreneurship is gaining momentum, offering innovative solutions to pressing social and environmental issues.
Rise of Social Entrepreneurship- The Power of Community and Connection
- Values-Driven Consumption
- environmental sustainability
- Poverty Alleviation
- Social Innovation
- social justice
- Business & Commerce
- Global Challenges
- Government & Politics
Social entrepreneurship is gaining momentum, offering innovative solutions to pressing social and environmental issues.
WIPO: Global innovation index 2024Rise of Social Entrepreneurship
Social entrepreneurship is gaining momentum, offering innovative solutions to pressing social and environmental issues. 
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Governments are investing in domestic AI infrastructure and models (Sovereign AI) driven by national interests and data security concerns, creating new opportunities and challenges.
Rise of Sovereign AI- AI-Driven Transformation
- Navigating Global Uncertainty
- AI development
- Data Centers
- Geopolitics
- Cybersecurity
- Emerging Technology
- Government & Politics
Governments are investing in domestic AI infrastructure and models (Sovereign AI) driven by national interests and data security concerns, creating new opportunities and challenges.
Bain: Technology reportRise of Sovereign AI
Governments are investing in domestic AI infrastructure and models (Sovereign AI) driven by national interests and data security concerns, creating new opportunities and challenges. 
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A new segment of "power users" is emerging, demonstrating the transformative potential of AI when fully embraced.
Rise of the AI Power User- AI-Driven Transformation
- Innovation
- Leadership
- Productivity
- Work Habits
- Business & Commerce
- Emerging Technology
- The Workplace
A new segment of "power users" is emerging, demonstrating the transformative potential of AI when fully embraced.
Microsoft: 2024 Work Trend Index...Rise of the AI Power User
A new segment of "power users" is emerging, demonstrating the transformative potential of AI when fully embraced. 
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Consumers are embracing "perfectly imperfect" eating habits, creating opportunities for brands that challenge conventional food norms.
Rule Rebellion in Food- Authenticity and Transparency Reign Supreme
- Values-Driven Consumption
- Consumer Behavior
- Food and beverage marketing
- Product Innovation
- Brands & Advertising
- Consumer Attitudes
- Food & Drink
Consumers are embracing "perfectly imperfect" eating habits, creating opportunities for brands that challenge conventional food norms.
Mintel: 2025 global food and...Rule Rebellion in Food
Consumers are embracing "perfectly imperfect" eating habits, creating opportunities for brands that challenge conventional food norms. 
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Brands push boundaries with innovative flavor combinations and formats, blurring lines between soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages.
Rule-Breaking Beverages- Authenticity and Transparency Reign Supreme
- Experiences Over Material Goods
- Values-Driven Consumption
- Flavored lemonades
- Hopped water
- Non-alcoholic cocktails
- Brands & Advertising
- Business & Commerce
- Food & Drink
Brands push boundaries with innovative flavor combinations and formats, blurring lines between soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages.
Synergy: Soft drinks and non-alcoholic...Rule-Breaking Beverages
Brands push boundaries with innovative flavor combinations and formats, blurring lines between soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages. 
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Short Trend Summary
Brands are pushing boundaries with unexpected flavor combinations, blurring lines between categories and experimenting with classic cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
Rule-Breaking Flavor Innovation- Experiences Over Material Goods
- Values-Driven Consumption
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Non-alcoholic beverages
- Brands & Advertising
- Consumer Attitudes
- Food & Drink
Brands are pushing boundaries with unexpected flavor combinations, blurring lines between categories and experimenting with classic cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
Synergy: Alcohol 2025-2026 trend reportRule-Breaking Flavor Innovation
Brands are pushing boundaries with unexpected flavor combinations, blurring lines between categories and experimenting with classic cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. 
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Companies need to reshape their technology function and adopt an "AI everywhere" approach to successfully scale AI solutions across the enterprise.
Scaling Enterprise Technology for AI- AI-Driven Transformation
- AI Scaling
- Enterprise Technology
- Operating Models
- Talent
- Business & Commerce
- Emerging Technology
Companies need to reshape their technology function and adopt an "AI everywhere" approach to successfully scale AI solutions across the enterprise.
Bain: Technology reportScaling Enterprise Technology for AI
Companies need to reshape their technology function and adopt an "AI everywhere" approach to successfully scale AI solutions across the enterprise. 
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Train travel is experiencing a resurgence, driven by eco-conscious travelers seeking sustainable and scenic alternatives to flying.
Scenic Rail Travel Revival- Experiences Over Material Goods
- Navigating Global Uncertainty
- Values-Driven Consumption
- Destination accessibility
- Sustainable tourism
- Transportation
- Global Challenges
- Sustainability
- Travel & Tourism
Train travel is experiencing a resurgence, driven by eco-conscious travelers seeking sustainable and scenic alternatives to flying.
Euronews: 2025 travel trend reportScenic Rail Travel Revival
Train travel is experiencing a resurgence, driven by eco-conscious travelers seeking sustainable and scenic alternatives to flying. 
