LONDON, Today: With around two million fewer subscribers than predicted in Q1 2022 (and a similar shortfall expected in Q2), video streaming service Netflix is preparing to explore a new subscription layer that includes ads, according to global marketing site WARC.

AUCKLAND, Friday: The impact of Covid 19 meant professional photographer Vanessa Wu’s schedule screeched to a halt in lockdowns.

WELLINGTON, Today: “Born in Glasgow, I actually had quite a Kiwi-like upbringing – lots of mountains and lakes, and a real outdoor life,” says Special Group founder Michael Redwood, in a My Net Worth interview with BusinessDesk journalist Daniel Dunkley (scroll down for the link).

AUCKLAND, Today: M+AD will join those in New Zealand and Australia in observing Anzac Day on Monday. We’ll be back Tuesday.

AUCKLAND, Today: The Comms Council and Warner Bros. Discovery are searching for the industry’s most inspirational leaders, with nominations now open for the Sandy Smith Inspiring Individual Award.