-This spot for mobile provider Airtel in India has polarized viewers, some of whom find it offensive (video above). link
-The California Tobacco Control Program has selected San Francisco-based independent agency Duncan/Channon as its advertising Agency of Record following a review. link
-AKQA announced today the opening of its first office in India. link
-Imperial Woodpecker announced that Sam Brown has joined their roster for commercial representation in the U.S. He will still be represented by Rogue Films in the U.K.
-Creative studio Splice has expanded its visual effects department with the addition of VFX artist Patricio Fernandez. link
-The social media metrics brands should care about. link
-Creative editorial company Spot Welders has announced the addition of editor Tom Vogt. link
-Post-production studio Arsenal FX has announced the appointment of Kira Karlstrom as business development executive.