Month November 2024

As social media becomes an essential tool for brands, media companies, teams, and influencers, keeping up with trends and monitoring performance is more important than ever. With the recent shutdown of CrowdTangle, many social media managers have found themselves seeking a reliable, data-driven solution to fill the void.…

Worldwide, according to the Global Gender Gap Report (2023) by World Economic Forum, women comprise only 29.2% of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) workforce, compared to nearly 50% of non-STEM occupations. In Japan, the disparity is even more stark, with women representing only 16% of graduates in…

In 2006, only 11% of the U.S. population aged 12 and older listened to podcasts. However, by 2023, that percentage had risen to 64%, according to data from Edison Research. With an average of 42 million listeners in the U.S. alone, podcasts have solidified their status as a…

Rakuten Mobile reached a major milestone last month, officially surpassing 8 million subscribers on October 18, 2024*1. And that’s not the only thing that’s increasing – the MNO is also gaining popularity as a primary line. Rakuten Mobile’s MNO main line usage among customers increased the most out…

Leveraging cutting-edge tools is essential for staying ahead in the social media game. Blinkfire provides social media managers with the ability to measure media value accurately and in real-time. Here are five ways social media managers can harness the power of Blinkfire to enhance their strategies and drive…

On November 13, from the company’s global headquarters in Tokyo, Rakuten Group disclosed its financial results for the third quarter of 2024. Chairman and CEO Mickey Mikitani, along with Rakuten Group leaders, shared Q3 highlights from the company’s diverse portfolio of 70+ services and offered insights into the…

The 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix was particularly special for the Alpine team, achieving a double podium with second and third place finishes. This marks the team’s first double podium since 2006 when they competed under the name Renault. Max Verstappen of Red Bull took the win in a…

Experience an exhilarating dive into the future of tech at Rakuten Technology Conference 2024. Set for Saturday, November 16 at Rakuten Crimson House in Tokyo, plus additional satellite venues, the 16th edition of the event will once again bring together a global community of business leaders, engineers, researchers…

Since its introduction in the 2017-18 season, NBA jersey patches have grown into a powerful avenue for branding and driving revenue. Though small in size, these highly visible patches have become lucrative marketing assets, offering brands a prime opportunity to increase their exposure to millions of basketball fans.…

As the leaves turn color and the air gets crisp, Rakuten gears up for one of its most anticipated events of the year – Halloween! Our global offices once again came alive with spooky decorations and creative costumes this October, from eerie…