3 things to know about South Korea
Find out more about Asia’s 4th largest economy – including its efforts to increase the birth rate, its love of super apps, and the rise of the cherry-sumer.
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News and insights from across the world of international digital marketing.
How to localise your buying personas for different markets
Many brands use the same buying personas across markets – but this is often a mistake. Learn more about how to localise audience personas..
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CPTPP: What you need to know about the UK’s latest trade deal
Britain is joining the CPTPP. What does this mean for international trade and what do you need to know?
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Spare us: Oban’s LIMEs give their verdict on Harry and Meghan (Part 2)
In the second part of our Harry and Meghan blog series, our Local In-Markets Experts from around the world share their perspectives on the royal drama.
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Spare us: Oban’s LIMEs give their verdict on Harry and Meghan (Part 1)
Ahead of King Charles’s coronation, we spoke to our LIMEs around the world to find out whether Harry and Meghan have damaged Brand Britain.
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This Easter, celebrate like a Norwegian
In Norway, it’s an Easter tradition to read crime fiction or watch crime dramas. Learn more about the origins of this unusual tradition.
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Suzie Oakford promoted to Managing Director at Oban
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Suzie Oakford to Managing Director of Oban International.
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Oban promotes new Directors to Board
Oban International has refreshed its board with several internal promotions.
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China’s demographics threaten its economic potential
Some believe that China will become the world’s leading economy – but demography may mean a different destiny. Find out more.
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The world’s oldest countries – and what they mean for marketers
According to the UN, the number of over-65s is forecast to double by 2050. Some countries have older populations than others – what does this mean for international marketers?
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Whatever happened to the BRIC economies?
Two decades ago, the acronym ‘BRIC’ was coined to refer to the rise of Brazil, Russia, India, and China. Have they fulfilled the economic growth that was predicted?
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International Women’s Day 2023: How Canada and European countries embrace equity
The second part of our two-part IWD blog series looks at the state of gender equality in Canada, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Lithuania.
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International Women’s Day 2023: How Nordic countries embrace equity
The Nordic countries have a fantastic record on gender equality. This International Women’s Day, we spoke to our Nordic LIMEs to find out why.
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3 things to know about Poland
Find out more about Europe’s 6th biggest economy – including its rapid economic growth, the rise of ‘dark stores’, and its reluctance to join the Euro.
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All you need is love: Valentine’s traditions around the world
Love is in the air! Find out how Valentine’s Day consumer behaviour has evolved in recent years, and how different cultures celebrate Valentine’s Day.
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ChatGPT will change how we search but is no Google killer
ChatGPT and other forms of AI will affect how search engines operate, potentially leading to greater divergence within the search landscape.
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Which countries are closest to a cashless society?
Various countries around the world are striving to become cashless. Find out which countries are closest to achieving it.
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3 things to know about Australia
To mark this year’s Australia Day, we highlight three things about Australia digital marketers need to know.
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3 things to know about Nigeria
Find out more about Africa’s largest economy – including its move towards a cashless society and its ban on foreign talent in advertising.
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Our free Global Marketing Calendar for 2023 is here
The 2023 edition of our Global Marketing Calendar has landed. View the interactive version on our website now or download your free PDF copy.
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10 dates in 2023 you won’t want to miss
Oban’s international marketing calendar showcases over 190 key e-commerce and travel opportunities around the world. Here, we highlight 10 dates in 2023 you won’t want to miss.
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