Ronaldo’s record-tying goal deflated by soccer-ball tech
The denial of Ronaldo’s record-tying World Cup goal is the most high-profile use of adidas’ new “Connected Ball Technology” AI-sensor system.
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Digital influencers plot recession plans
Social platforms are already feeling the repercussions of an ad slow-down, and influencers are bracing for brand deals to dry up.
Emojis get lost in translation
Emojis are fun to use, but they’re ripe for miscommunication.
The Moon is open for business
With NASA’s Artemis program planning to have a “sustained” presence on the Moon in the coming years, private companies are lining up to be involved in the groundbreaking market.
Restaurants are taking flight this Thanksgiving
While Thanksgiving is traditionally known as a home cooked-meal holiday, a record number of Americans are opting to dine out or order in this year.
The SEC has crypto in the crosshairs
SEC chairman Gary Gensler has come in hot on crypto since taking the post in April 2021.
Twitter had a chaotic weekend
The news cycle around Twitter changes in minutes these days as new CEO Elon Musk reboots the company in his image.
The Sidemen are building a themed hotel
The Sidemen are the first digital influencers to get the hotel treatment thanks to a new partnership with hospitality startup Ghsthotels.
Gen Z can’t pay the bills as recession strikes
For Gen Z, the recession is making life unaffordable.
Qatari officials try to drown beer at the World Cup
Eight days before the start of the World Cup, Qatar is going head-to-head with one of the event’s top sponsors, Budweiser.