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404 Innovation Studio taps Arthur Lobão as CD
MUMBAI: Creativity just got a new code at 404 Innovation Studio. The Galeria Holding company has appointed Arthur Lobão as its new creative director, joining forces with Thayssa Szymanskyj and creative duo Carlos Yanke and Michelle Gorodski, collectively known as Carchelle.
Lobão’s arrival marks a new creative era for the studio, following the integration of part of EST.31, the independent creative outfit he founded in 2024. Known for its equity-based business model built for startups, EST.31 earned international acclaim for rethinking how creativity fuels entrepreneurship, even bagging the title of New Studio of the Year at the Latin American Design Awards 2025.
A self-described hands-on creative, Lobão brings over a decade of experience leading teams across Latin America, including Mexico. He helped build and scale creative hubs at Nubank, NotCo, and Stone, taking them across 12 countries. His portfolio also spans global giants such as Netflix, Google, Amazon Prime, and Diageo, reflecting a blend of tech fluency and artistic finesse that few can match.
“Arthur represents the future of creative leadership,” said 404 Innovation Studio co-founder and chief creative officer Rafael Caldeira. “He doesn’t just craft great ideas, he understands how creativity drives business value at every stage. His mix of entrepreneurial mindset, global experience, and creative sharpness makes him the perfect fit to lead our next phase of growth.”
Lobão shared his excitement for the new role, saying, “Great creative work only happens when you’re fully invested in every layer of a brand, from story to business. That’s why I’m thrilled to join 404 Innovation Studio, a place built to push boundaries and work side by side with brands at their core.”
In his new role, Lobão will oversee creative output across brand strategy, campaigns, and experiences, working closely with clients to craft ideas that spark both cultural impact and business growth. His appointment signals 404 Innovation Studio’s continued commitment to blending strategic innovation with creative excellence, a combination that’s fast becoming the studio’s signature.
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Tata Communications named Gartner WAN Leader for 13th consecutive year
AI-driven network upgrades and global expansion keep telecom major ahead
MUMBAI: Tata Communications has once again secured its place among the top global network providers, earning a Leader position in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Global WAN Services 2026 for the thirteenth year running.
The recognition from Gartner highlights the company’s consistent performance in both strategic vision and execution, a rare feat in a fast-evolving connectivity landscape.
Over the past year, Tata Communications has doubled down on building what it calls a more intelligent and flexible network fabric. In simpler terms, this means networks that can adapt on demand, powered by artificial intelligence and analytics, to support businesses operating across geographies and industries.
The company has expanded its network-on-demand offerings, allowing enterprises to scale connectivity more easily across data centres and multiple cloud environments. It has also invested in next-generation fibre infrastructure and high-capacity 800G wavelength services to keep pace with the growing demands of AI-led cloud ecosystems.
Global reach remains a key focus. Tata Communications has extended its footprint through partner points of presence, enabling quicker deployment in new markets while strengthening last-mile connectivity through local collaborations.
Security, too, is getting a significant upgrade. The company has enhanced its Secure Access Service Edge capabilities to tackle emerging AI-driven cyber risks, including unauthorised data transfers. Looking ahead, it is also preparing to roll out quantum-safe encryption services based on post-quantum cryptography standards, aiming to future-proof enterprise data against both classical and next-generation threats.
Speaking on the milestone, Tata Communications executive vice president, core and next-gen connectivity services and chief technology officer Genius Wong said, “We are honoured to be recognised for the 13th consecutive year and deeply appreciate the continued trust our customers place in us. At Tata Communications, we will continue to transform our solutions so enterprises can build resilient, high-performance and intelligent digital foundations. With our future-ready, resilient and intelligent network fabric, enterprises can scale with confidence and thrive in an AI-powered future world.”
While industry rankings often come and go, a 13-year streak suggests more than just consistency. For Tata Communications, it signals a steady grip on a rapidly shifting global connectivity market and a clear ambition to stay ahead of the curve.
