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TikTok and Instagram are both preparing to debut revamped, dedicated TV apps to attract a new audience and premium advertisers. The Big Picture: TikTok and Instagram are jealous of YouTube’s recent outsized success in TV viewership, as it’s now the most-watched streaming service in the US — beating the likes of Netflix and Disney+ — […]
The Danish government is in the process of passing an amendment that will allow people to copyright their body, facial features, and voice — the first law of its kind in Europe. Why It Hits: Even though nonconsensual deepfakes — which Denmark defines as a very realistic digital representation of a person, including their appearance […]
The startup space race and a push for innovative manufacturing are leading to a near future when several categories of products could be made in space. Why It Launches: Technology, pharmaceuticals, and materials science are advancing so rapidly that manufacturing them in space may become the only viable option. That could fuel space commercialization multiples […]
Apple is pulling out all the stops to make sure this weekend’s release of its biggest blockbuster yet, F1, is a thundering success. The Big Picture: How F1 performs at the box office could be the make-or-break moment for the tech giant’s theatrical ambitions, which have been set back by a series of costly flops. […]
Gen Z has run out of money this year, resulting in decreased spending across various retail, product, and service categories. The Big Picture: There’s nothing more desirable to brands than young consumers — the generation that drives trends and builds lifelong customers. When they stop spending, it can have a ripple effect across culture. Behind […]
AI startup Delphi has raised a $16 million Series A round to empower experts in various fields to create chatbots based on their body of work. Why It Hits: While Meta has rolled out celebrity-inspired chatbots and CharacterAI has sparked controversy with its AI companions, Delphi is taking a different approach — focusing on real-world […]
Polymarket, the biggest prediction market in the world, is launching a $200 million fundraise to make everything something you can bet on, from UFC fights to Federal Reserve rate decisions. The Big Gamble: While gambling has historically been reserved for casinos and sports, platforms like Polymarket, Kalshi, Robinhood, and others are, for better or worse, […]
Suddenly, everyone from celebrities to the President of the United States is minting their own cell service to reach top fans. Why It Rings: Although wireless service is a crowded market led by some juggernaut companies, it hasn’t stopped brands and celebrities from giving a branded network a go. That’s mainly because it’s relatively cheap […]
Nike has developed a 3D-printed sports bra to help Olympian Faith Kipyegon become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes. Why It Hits: By now, it’s no secret that Nike has faced a sales slump in recent years, prompting a change of CEOs and refocusing on sports performance over athleisure. Popularizing […]
Nate Bargatze, currently the biggest touring comedian in the world, is expanding his brand of PG-rated comedy with the creation of a wide-ranging media company — Nateland Entertainment. The Big Picture: While live touring and podcasts have been cash cows for comedians over the past decade, Hollywood has immensely underinvested in the genre during the […]