Horizon

Trump Clears Criminal Hurdles, But an Array of Civil Lawsuits Await on the Horizon

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Despite navigating through numerous criminal investigations relatively unscathed, former President Donald Trump remains beset by an array of pending civil lawsuits. These legal battles pose significant implications not just for Trump personally but may also influence his political pursuits. Among the forefront of his legal challenges is a defamation lawsuit filed by writer E. Jean Carroll, who alleges Trump raped her in a department store dressing room in the mid-1990s. The incident, which Trump vehemently denies, is part of a broader pattern of accusations from several women, elevating the stakes of this litigation. Carroll initially … Read more

Marketing Excellence on the Horizon: WARC Unveils Star-Studded Jury for the Asia-Pacific Awards 2025

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London, UK — The esteemed WARC, recognized globally for its insights into marketing effectiveness, has announced its jury for the anticipated WARC Awards for Asia-Pacific 2025, held in collaboration with LIONS. This distinguished event celebrates superior strategic marketing initiatives across the region that have significantly contributed to business growth. The awards will feature a panel of top-tier industry professionals, representing a broad spectrum of both global and local brands including Budweiser, Kraft Heinz, Mars Wrigley, and Suntory PepsiCo, along with major agencies such as Dentsu, Leo Burnett, and Ogilvy. These experts hail from various corners … Read more

Netherlands Assembles Top Creatives for 2024 Immortal Awards Jury: A Crucial Day in Dutch Advertising on the Horizon

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The Immortal Awards, known for spotlighting top talent in the advertising industry, has officially unveiled the lineup for its 2024 Netherlands jury, scheduled to meet on October 22. This distinguished panel will be tasked with selecting the standout Dutch advertising projects of the year, which will proceed to the next phase of European competition. Leading the jury is Gijs Determeijer, widely recognized in the industry for his role as head of commercials at 100%. He will be joined by Niels de Wit, executive creative director at Monks Netherlands & Benelux; Nick Docherty, chief strategy officer … Read more

UK Law Firms Begin to Embrace AI: Shifts in Billing and Efficiency on the Horizon

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LONDON — A transformative wave, spurred by the advent of generative artificial intelligence (genAI), is beginning to ripple through the UK’s legal sector, according to a recent survey by LexisNexis. The comprehensive study, which canvassed opinions from over 800 lawyers, revealed a noticeable shift in attitudes towards the integration of AI technologies within legal practices, particularly concerning billing and operational efficiencies. The report indicates a growing willingness among private practice lawyers to reconsider traditional billing models in light of AI advancements. While 39% of respondents anticipate changes in how their firms will charge for services, … Read more