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From Chaos to Consolidation – Why Brand Remains the Ultimate Moat

From Chaos to Consolidation – Why Brand Remains the Ultimate Moat

February 2026

“New markets do not reward the best technology. They reward the company that can actively design and shape the market perception to match their strengths.”

What is Market Design in marketing?

What is Market Design in marketing?

January 2025

While traditional marketing often falls into the trap of "playing to play", Market Design is a "playing to win" discipline.

BOND with Aala

BOND with Aala

January 2025

“Working on so many diverse projects means I learn something new about a different field everyday.”

Mobile gaming is booming — But brands dominate

Mobile gaming is booming — But brands dominate

July 2025

"The secret level of mobile game marketing."

BOND with Nils

BOND with Nils

January 2025

“Make the idea bigger, not the logo.”

BOND with Jesper

BOND with Jesper

January 2025

“Helvetica might’ve been one of the very first things I ever saw.”

BOND with Kirill

BOND with Kirill

December 2024

“The smaller the distance between design and people, the better.”

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