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Podcasts, TikTok, YouTube, and X are now the new rulers of the influential media landscape, taking the mantle away from networks, cable outlets, and publishers. The Big Picture: While new media formats create a deeper and more direct relationship with audiences, the authenticity of the information being shared is far more “sus” due to the lack of […]
Both employers and workers have embraced TikTok as a hiring platform, positioning the app as LinkedIn for young people looking to show off their creativity in applications. Why It Hits: Swamped job postings on LinkedIn and impersonal AI screenings for interviews have made finding a job not through a personal connection feel impossible. Public TikTok video applications could give […]
A startup called Osmo has created an AI-powered machine that uses scent to authenticate products, like sneakers and bags. The Big Whiff: Dupe products have flooded the luxury market as secondary sales have soared. Finding a way to keep them out of the marketplace before they can reach consumers (something resellers spend a lot of money on) […]
Consulting company Owl & Co. has created a new way to gauge the popularity of shows and movies on streaming platforms — taking into account the share of subscribers that watch a show or movie on any given platform. The Big Picture: The traditional TV measurement system hasn’t fully evolved with siloed user bases of streaming. A unified, […]
Sugar Land, Texas is taking to the skies for some future-minded transportation projects, including a city-funded rideshare service, air taxis, and a gondola-like option. Blue Sky Take: America is car country through and through, but some cities no longer have the space to accommodate the number of vehicles on the road. Herding some residents away from highways […]
Japanese scientists sent the first-ever satellite made of wood into orbit on Monday. Its success could revolutionize the space-engineering industry. Why It Flies: The satellite space race is in full swing, putting more man-made objects into orbit than ever. Finding a way to make satellites more sustainable could be a game-changer for both company checkbooks and the Earth’s […]
WBD is ramping up a slate of Harry Potter-themed shows, games, and experiences to turn the franchise into a constantly expanding moneymaker for generations to come. The Big Picture: WBD’s market cap has been on a major downslide for years, thanks to a heavy debt load. So, the company needs hits… and fast. By squeezing every drop of opportunity out […]
New data shows that the median age of first-time home buyers has reached a record high while the prices of new cars have multiplied, shifting the demographics of the American Dream. Why It Hurts: The price tags on homes and cars are so unsustainably high that most young people have no chance of affording them without major financial help. Behind […]
Travelers, especially Americans, are paying extra to avoid any type of line — at theme parks, tourist hotspots, and while waiting for their hotel rooms — that could undercut their enjoyment. The Big View: Global tourism is at an all-time high, which means that the number of people visiting the same top destinations is more impacted than ever. Services […]
Cheers wants to reshape online dating by bringing back a tried-and-true tradition — letting your family and friends set you up. Why It Hits: With young people valuing friendships over relationships, offloading matchmaking to their opinions seems like a natural step — potential dates are vetted by people they trust (nothing more attractive than a curated recommendation). Between […]