
Edelman splits with Standard Bank Group
The decision reportedly stems from Edelman’s refusal to work on the East African Crude Oil Pipeline.

Prowly survey: PR pros not taking advantage of technology
The company polled about 200 PR pros globally.

Influencer management platform Cloutdesk rolls out tech stack
The platform initially included a monetization and management tool.

Greek Freak looks to make accessible healthcare a layup
Giannis Antetokounmpo has become telehealth's newest pitchman. He’s also a seven-figure investor.

Dentsu continues strong growth trajectory in Q2
The network's Customer Transformation & Technology division grew 22.25%, powering overall gains for a second straight quarter.

21:12 announces MBO from SEC Newgate
The board of SEC Newgate today announced it had agreed to a £1.3m management buyout proposed by the 21:12 leadership team. The deal means financial comms agency 21:12 will separate from the SEC Newgate group.

Do brands have a place on a social platform that tries to stay out of your life?
Social network Hey You reminds you to call your loved ones once a week, then fades into the background, leaning into a trend of desire for more authenticity on social media.

Breakfast Briefing: 5 things for PR pros to know on Friday morning
Rare Merrick Garland press conference; Mar-a-Lago search latest; Enero, Dentsu earnings; J&J to stop selling talc-based baby powder internationally.

The First Group appoints agency to PR and social media brief
Brazen MENA has been appointed by The First Group to manage its PR and communications, after a competitive pitch.

Watchfinder appoints agency after five-way pitch
Watchfinder & Co, the pre-owned luxury watch retailer, has appointed Red Consultancy as its PR agency following a competitive pitch.