New York's cannabis industry is one of the fastest-growing markets in the country, and one brand has carved out a distinctive presence in record time: Silly Nice. Founded on craft values and an uncompromising dedication to quality, Silly Nice has quickly grown into one of the most recognized names in New York's legal cannabis market. With products already stocked in more than 150 licensed dispensaries across the state-and new locations being added every week-the brand has reached an exciting stage of expansion.
MrBeast previously paid retail prices for many products, including beverages, gym equipment, and dozens of Teslas. Under its new CEO, Jeffrey Housenbold, Beast Industries is seeking to get the products featured in videos for free or better, figuring lots of brands will gladly do so to appear alongside the world's most famous YouTuber. The effort is being aided by an eight-person brand partnership team.
Overwolf Ads, a world-leading platform empowering brands and advertisers to reach over 100 million monthly gamers, today (28th August, 2025) announced the expansion of its European operations with the appointment of Adam Davis as director of brand partnerships. This strategic hire supports Overwolf's continued growth in the region and its mission to help brands engage with hard-to-reach gamers directly during gameplay.
"Sydney Sweeney's recent participation in an American Eagle commercial sparked a bizarre controversy, connecting her brand partnerships to heated cultural debates and social media frenzy."
Steph Ross, vp of social and influencer for the social media agency Born Social, said that influencer rates had "doubled" from 2024, but that her clients were largely unconcerned about the increases because they have also ramped up their influencer marketing spend. She said that influencers' increased rates were simply a result of that growing demand.
"We're moving away from traditional influencer partnerships toward authentic, relatable moments that truly resonate," said Lea Huruglica, emphasizing the shift brands are making in their promotional strategies.
"From my perspective, whilst the risk of a potential recession will naturally have an impact on brands' marketing budgets, influencers shouldn't be disproportionately affected within the cuts. If anything, brands should be leaning on them more."