Stranger Things powers a Kate Bush renaissance
After the new season of Stranger Things featured Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill” in the jaw-dropping climax of its fourth episode, the song skyrocketed in popularity.
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YouTube Shorts closes in on TikTok
YouTube Shorts now has the same number of users as TikTok, pitting the platforms in a battle for dominance.
Roku signs up Walmart for shoppable ads
Roku is teaming up with Walmart to bring shoppable ads to the streaming platform.
Spotify tries to turn up the volume on Wall Street
While primarily known as a music service, Spotify’s financial future lies squarely in podcasting.
FaZe Clan plots entertainment takeover
While FaZe Clan started as an esports team dedicated to Call of Duty streams, it’s grown into an entertainment giant spanning esports, merch, lifestyle content, brand activations, and even cinema.
Apple scores decade-long major league soccer deal
Apple has wrapped up a deal with Major League Soccer (MLS) to broadcast its games for the next ten years.
Hollywood won’t bat an eye at the prospect of a recession, but viewers might
Persistent inflation, supply pressures from the war in Ukraine, and the Federal Reserve’s rate-hike program all boost the likelihood of a coming recession.
Netflix might buy Roku, but should they?
The internet (and Roku’s stock) lit up on Wednesday following a rumor that Netflix might acquire Roku.
An Indian blockbuster’s success flips the script for movie theaters
The premiere of Tollywood blockbuster RRR smashed box offices throughout India (and the U.S.) despite a nonexistent international advertising campaign.
Top Gun: Maverick director races Apple-backed Formula One film to theaters
Joseph Kosinski, director of the hit Top Gun: Maverick, inked a deal with Apple to bring his high-flying film style to the world of Formula One.