From Punch's Ikea plushy to Pockets Warhol's death: Why these animal influencers took over Ontario social media feeds

AI Briefing

• – Pockets Warhol, a painting monkey, has died in Ontario.
• – Punch, the 'Ikea monkey', caused a 2026 toy sellout due to its internet fame.
• – The death of Pockets Warhol and the rise of Punch highlight animal influencers' social media impact.