Core Viewpoint - The competition in the variety show market is intensifying, particularly in the music variety segment, which still holds significant viewership and commercial value, but brands are struggling to convert this into effective marketing [1][2][10]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - Music variety shows dominate prime time with a 35% share of viewership, showcasing their commercial potential [1]. - Despite the popularity of shows like "Singer 2025," brands are questioning whether the excitement translates into sales [1][10]. - The traditional marketing strategies in music variety shows are showing signs of fatigue, as audience attention becomes increasingly fragmented [5][10]. Group 2: Brand Engagement - Brands like Mengniu are leveraging nostalgia and emotional connections to engage audiences, as seen with their sponsorship of "Singer 2025" [2][6]. - The effectiveness of brand exposure is diminishing; audiences may remember the show but not the brands associated with it [11][14]. - Successful brand integration requires more than just visibility; it necessitates creating meaningful connections with the audience through storytelling and emotional engagement [14][19]. Group 3: Evolving Strategies - Platforms are facing structural challenges, prompting them to explore new monetization strategies, such as Mango TV's "Yuanren Universe" and Tencent's "Micro Variety Plan" [17][19]. - Brands are shifting from traditional advertising to co-creating content that resonates with audiences, focusing on long-term value rather than short-term exposure [19][27]. - Effective variety show marketing now emphasizes three dimensions: online interaction, offline experiences, and social co-creation [20][24]. Group 4: Case Studies - The marketing strategy of Lays in "Planting Season 3" exemplifies effective brand integration by immersing the product in the storyline and allowing for direct purchasing options [24][26]. - Brands must embed their narratives within the emotional journeys of the audience to achieve measurable commercial outcomes [26][27].

Core Points - The Anqing Market Supervision Administration conducted a special supervision and sampling inspection of key seasonal foods for the Dragon Boat Festival, ensuring consumer rights to know about food safety [3][4] - All 60 batches of samples from eight categories of food, including catering, egg products, pastries, alcoholic beverages, meat products, dairy products, candy, and beverages, passed the safety standards [3][4] Group 1: Inspection Results - The inspection covered eight categories of food: catering, egg products, pastries, alcoholic beverages, meat products, dairy products, candy, and beverages [3] - All sampled products were found to be compliant with national food safety standards and quality requirements [3][4] Group 2: Consumer Guidance - Consumers are advised to purchase food from reliable channels and keep shopping receipts [3] - Important packaging information such as production date, shelf life, producer name and address, and ingredient list should be checked [3] - Consumers should avoid purchasing products without factory name, address, production date, and shelf life, as well as those past their expiration date [3]