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Blink Digital launches limited edition KFO for promotion of KFC smoky wings
There are two kinds of wings in the world – the finger lickin’ good ones and ones that can fly. Well, KFC India in association with Blink Digital just made sure you can have both! The campaign has already gathered lot of eyeballs across the world with likes of The SUN, The Daily Mail, Engadget and Mashable covering it.
The ‘KFO or Kentucky Flying Object’, as it is called, is the most fly meal ever! The red and white snazzy packaging for the KFC Smoky Wings has detachable parts that are easy to assemble. With an online user manual, assembly and installation are quick, easy and hassle-free. Once you’ve put everything together all you need to do is turn the power on, connect it to your smartphone via Bluetooth and voila! your KFO is ready to fly!
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“The democratization of technology has made tech products evolve from indulgences to must-haves. What was once extraordinary is now the norm. With the launch of KFC Smoky Grilled Wings, we wanted to give wings (literally) to its packaging; the result: KFO – a limited edition box that converts into a drone.”Blink Digital, co-founder and chief creative officer, Dooj Ramchandani says.
Commenting on the launch,KFC India, CMO, Lluis Ruiz Ribot said “Food and technology, are two things that keep us and our consumers excited. To celebrate the introduction of our new scrumptious Smoky Grilled Wings, we are launching a limited edition KFO box. It is super cool packaging that converts into a drone”
We hear that KFC might be selling the product on their official website, online.kfc.co.in this week.
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Publicis posts €4.19bn Q1 revenue, 6.4 per cent growth; backs FY outlook
Ad giant signals Q2 acceleration as AI and new deals power momentum
PARIS: Publicis Groupe continues to outperform the industry, delivering a strong start to 2026 under Chairman and CEO Arthur Sadoun. Despite a volatile global macro environment, the company has now outpaced the industry for nearly 20 consecutive quarters.
For Q1 2026, total revenue reached €4,191 million, up from €4,161 million last year, with organic growth of 6.4 per cent. Net revenue, which excludes pass-through costs, stood at €3,460 million, reflecting organic growth of 4.5 per cent.
Exchange rates had a negative impact of €268 million, mainly due to a weaker US dollar and pound sterling. Acquisitions, including Adge.AI and 160over90, contributed an additional €46 million.
Performance across regions was largely positive, with some variation:
- North America, accounting for 59 per cent of net revenue, grew 4.7 per cent
- Europe recorded growth of 3.9 per cent, led by the UK at 6.2 per cent, while France grew 1.6 per cent
- Asia Pacific posted 5.9 per cent growth, driven by China at 11.7 per cent
- Latin America grew 13.3 per cent
- Middle East and Africa declined 5.1 per cent due to geopolitical challenges
AI-powered marketing services, which now make up 86 per cent of the business, grew 5.6 per cent. However, the technology segment, representing 14 per cent of revenue, declined slightly as clients reduced spending on large-scale transformation projects.
Sharing his outlook, Publicis Groupe chairman and CEO Arthur Sadoun said, “Publicis had a very strong start to the year, outperforming the industry for almost 20 quarters in a row despite the volatile macro environment. Organic revenue growth reached 6.4%, leading to 4.5% in net and further increasing the gap with our peers.” He added that the company remains confident of delivering industry-leading performance. “We are confirming our industry-leading organic growth guidance of 4 to 5%, with the 4% rock solid, and a sequential organic growth acceleration in Q2 despite a higher comparable.”
Publicis continued its expansion with the acquisition of Adge.AI in March, followed by 160over90 in April to strengthen its sports and culture marketing capabilities.
Net financial debt stood at €1,156 million at the end of March, reflecting a seasonal shift from the net cash position at the end of 2025. Average net debt over the past twelve months was €1,035 million.
The company has reaffirmed its full-year guidance, expecting net revenue organic growth of 4 to 5 per cent in 2026. It also anticipates an operating margin slightly above 18.2 per cent and free cash flow of approximately €2.1 billion.
With expectations of stronger performance in the second quarter, Publicis remains well positioned to sustain its growth momentum.
