The Papacy and the Power of Reputation

In a world driven by narratives, the election of Pope Leo XIV, formerly Robert Francis Prevost, the first American pontiff in history, underscores how even the most ancient of institutions must now navigate the complex terrain of modern reputation management.
CARMA Expands to Spain to Support Organisations in Managing Reputation and Media Presence

This strategic expansion provides organisations across Spain with access to CARMA’s advanced media intelligence solutions, supporting smarter decision-making and stronger reputation management.
CARMA Secures 7 Awards at the 2025 DataComms Awards

We’re proud to share that CARMA has taken home seven awards at the 2025 DataComms Awards, recognising the impact of our work across reputation research, storytelling and innovation. The honours reflect the trust our clients place in us to deliver insight that informs action, whether that’s navigating complex media landscapes, aligning messaging with strategic goals or understanding public sentiment at scale.
BYD cars grow in popularity as Singapore consumers shed perception of ‘made-in-China’ as second-best

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD has overtaken Toyota as the top-selling car in Singapore — and it’s due to a combination of attractive pricing and increasingly positive brand sentiments towards Chinese technology, said drivers and analysts alike. Read more!
Brace Position: How Airlines Are Managing Crises Now

As PRovoke Media publishes its first quarterly crisis review of 2025, including the fatal American Airlines/Black Hawk helicopter collision in January, we’ve taken a closer look at other airlines that have faced serious crises over the past 18 months and how their responses to these issues have affected their overall reputation after the events.
Gulf Business Tech Panel: Dubai’s key players pave next frontier in innovation

The event brought together leading minds from telecoms, AI, cloud, and blockchain — fields rapidly becoming the foundation of the region’s economic future.
CARMA ventures into Japan with new Tokyo office

Media intelligence firm CARMA has expanded operations to Japan with a new office in Tokyo. This marks the 23rd global office for CARMA.
UAE, Saudi buyers trust Chinese cars twice as much as US buyers

The strong Middle Eastern reception comes as Chinese automakers seek to expand their global footprint, with key players entering the UAE and Saudi markets in recent years.
Middle East Power Book 2024 Recognises Mazen Nahawi

Middle East Power Book is the definitive guide to the brightest and most influential PR professionals in the Middle East.
CARMA、日本法人設立および東京オフィス開設

東京 – メディアインテリジェンスとリサーチソリューションの世界的リーダーであるCARMA(カーマ)は、日本での事業展開を開始しました。今回の進出により、CARMAのグローバル拠点は23か所目となります。
Study: Tesla Reputation Holds Steady In Asia Despite US Protests

In recent weeks, Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk, have been under intense scrutiny and criticism in the United States. Musk, who has made many provocative comments, including those related to political and social issues, is also a close ally of president Donald Trump.
Asian perceptions of the Tangerine Tyrant

One very useful key to that puzzle was recently shared by our friends at Carma Philippines (www.carma.com), who are in the business of communications intelligence. Their research, which was published on Feb. 25, sought to identify Trump’s impact on the public across Southeast Asia through the lens of media and social media activity online, and essentially answered two questions: Who is talking about Trump? And what are they talking about?
PRCA APAC and CARMA Co-host Roundtable for PR Leaders in Singapore

The Public Relations and Communications Association of the Asia Pacific (PRCA APAC) and CARMA, a leading media intelligence partner to PR professionals worldwide, recently co-hosted an exclusive PR and communications Leaders’ Lunch at the Fullerton Bay Hotel in Singapore.
CARMA analysis unlocks the The White Lotus effect on brand visibility

The White Lotus phenomenon is reshaping the luxury hospitality landscape in Asia, according to an in-depth analysis by global media intelligence firm CARMA. The hit HBO series has become the single biggest driver of online conversations about high-end hotels in the region – most notably the Four Seasons Koh Samui, where Season 3 was filmed.
Social media lens on Prabowo’s first 100 days

CARMA social media survey shows Indonesian leader already under popular fire as positive sentiment quickly turns negative online.