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Television

The TV And Movie Content That Drove Social Media In 2025

fromCBR

Television

Prime Video Just Won the Streaming Wars as Amazon Absorbs Apple TV Content

fromExchangewire

Media industry

The Stack: Streaming Shake-Up

38 minutes ago

Wall Street Is Punishing Netflix on Guidance, but Price Hikes Reveal the Real Story

Streaming remains essential for families despite economic challenges, with Netflix reporting strong revenue growth but facing stock decline due to missed guidance.

fromForbes

The TV And Movie Content That Drove Social Media In 2025

Younger generations prefer social media recommendations for TV and movies over traditional streaming platform suggestions.

fromCBR

Prime Video Just Won the Streaming Wars as Amazon Absorbs Apple TV Content

Prime Video partners with Apple TV, integrating its content as an add-on subscription for enhanced streaming options.

fromExchangewire

The Stack: Streaming Shake-Up

Streaming platforms are evolving with new technologies and partnerships, indicating significant shifts in the entertainment industry landscape.

Live Nasdaq Composite: Tech Stocks Out Front in FOMO Trade as Strait of Hormuz Reopens

Markets are rising due to potential resolution of the Mideast conflict and positive corporate news.

Information security

fromArs Technica

5 hours ago

Recent advances push Big Tech closer to the Q-Day danger zone

Organizations are transitioning to new algorithms to replace RSA and elliptic curves due to vulnerabilities exposed by quantum computing threats.

#ai

fromThe Verge

Tech industry

The 'AI is inevitable' trap

Tech industry

The dirty secret behind Big Tech's AI arms race: Massive hardware investments that are obsolete in 3 years | Fortune

fromsfist.com

Meta Is Creating an AI Version of Mark Zuckerberg to Attend Meetings for Him

Meta is developing an AI clone of Mark Zuckerberg to interact with staff and streamline operations.

Software development

Max Levchin says that vibe coding will replace one kind of company, but others, like DoorDash, are safe

The idea that the internet is built for people is crumbling. That has huge implications for your business

The internet is evolving to accommodate software agents that act on behalf of users, changing how websites are designed and interacted with.

Mark Zuckerberg Can't Sit Down and Talk to All 79,000 Meta Employees. So He's Building an AI Version of Himself.

Meta is creating an AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to enhance employee connection and streamline communication.

fromThe Verge

The 'AI is inevitable' trap

Allbirds claims to be an AI company, reflecting a trend of companies leveraging AI for market gains despite mixed public sentiment.

The dirty secret behind Big Tech's AI arms race: Massive hardware investments that are obsolete in 3 years | Fortune

Hyperscalers are rapidly replacing hardware, leading to losses despite increased AI capital expenditures, which may harm long-term profitability.

fromsfist.com

Meta Is Creating an AI Version of Mark Zuckerberg to Attend Meetings for Him

Meta is developing an AI clone of Mark Zuckerberg to interact with staff and streamline operations.

Max Levchin says that vibe coding will replace one kind of company, but others, like DoorDash, are safe

Companies without quality software are vulnerable to disruption in the age of AI.

The idea that the internet is built for people is crumbling. That has huge implications for your business

The internet is evolving to accommodate software agents that act on behalf of users, changing how websites are designed and interacted with.

Mark Zuckerberg Can't Sit Down and Talk to All 79,000 Meta Employees. So He's Building an AI Version of Himself.

Meta is creating an AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to enhance employee connection and streamline communication.

more#ai

What San Francisco's AI billboards say about the state of the industry

San Francisco's billboards reflect a booming AI industry focused on practical applications, largely ignoring safety and governance issues.

Business intelligence

v | Fortune

Artificial intelligence threatens the traditional SaaS business model, leading to significant market vulnerabilities and increased competition.

Venture

fromThe Village Voice

Behind the Trade: One Engineer's Fight to Modernize Markets - The Village Voice

American financial markets rely on outdated infrastructure despite rapid technological advancements in trading.

#netflix

Television

Netflix plans to add a vertical video feed, use AI for recommendations | TechCrunch

Business

Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Say Buy the Netflix Dip: Is Wall Street Right to Ignore the Q2 Guidance Scare?

from9to5Mac

Television

Netflix ruined its Apple TV app by switching to a custom video player - 9to5Mac

Media industry

Netflix Falls 10% Despite Record Profits: A Missed Q2 Forecast and a Founder's Departure Shake Investor Confidence

Media industry

Don't Worry About Netflix - It's Doing Fine Without Warner Bros. Discovery | AdExchanger

21 hours ago

Media industry

Live: Will Netflix Beat Q1 Earnings After the Bell Tonight?

Netflix plans to add a vertical video feed, use AI for recommendations | TechCrunch

Netflix is launching a TikTok-like vertical video feed and expanding AI use for content creation and recommendations.

Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan Say Buy the Netflix Dip: Is Wall Street Right to Ignore the Q2 Guidance Scare?

Netflix shares fell 10% after mixed Q1 2026 earnings, beating revenue but missing EPS, with divided analyst opinions on future performance.

from9to5Mac

Netflix ruined its Apple TV app by switching to a custom video player - 9to5Mac

Netflix replaced the native tvOS video player with a custom player, causing user frustration and loss of Apple TV features.

Netflix Falls 10% Despite Record Profits: A Missed Q2 Forecast and a Founder's Departure Shake Investor Confidence

Netflix's stock fell 10% despite record Q1 profits due to disappointing Q2 guidance and leadership changes.

Don't Worry About Netflix - It's Doing Fine Without Warner Bros. Discovery | AdExchanger

Netflix's decision to forgo acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery will not affect its operating margin outlook, as it continues to grow revenue and membership.

21 hours ago

Live: Will Netflix Beat Q1 Earnings After the Bell Tonight?

Netflix is expected to report Q1 2026 earnings with a consensus EPS of $0.79 and revenue of $12.18 billion.

How to think about Apple Business

Apple Business is suitable for small businesses using Apple devices but lacks capabilities for larger enterprises and advanced compliance needs.

DevOps

Oracle's New AWS Partnership Just Put It Ahead of Azure and Google Cloud

Multicloud setups are essential for enterprise AI, enabling seamless data movement and integration across different cloud providers.

Web frameworks

fromInfoQ

Speed at Scale: Optimizing the Largest CX Platform Out There

Optimizing performance in customer experience platforms involves addressing challenges rather than focusing solely on the latest technologies.

Silicon Valley

fromMission Local

AI boom is city's weirdest tech boom, says S.F.'s chief economist

The AI boom in San Francisco significantly differs from previous tech booms, impacting jobs and office space occupancy.

Startup companies

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Exclusive: Loop raises $95M to build supply chain AI that predicts disruptions | TechCrunch

Loop uses AI to provide predictive and prescriptive solutions for supply chain management, securing $95 million in Series C funding to expand operations.

London startup

7 hours ago

How UK fintechs are moving into mobile connectivity with gigs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK challenger banks are integrating essential services into mobile apps to enhance user retention and reduce churn rates.

fromTechzine Global

Scale sets edge platform's software ever more free from hardware constraints

Scale Computing is reducing hardware requirements for its software, allowing more flexibility for partners and customers in choosing hardware platforms.

Environment

fromAxios

7 hours ago

The best and worst states for AI data centers

Texas is attracting data center investments with tax incentives, while Maine is implementing a moratorium to evaluate the impact of data centers.

#reed-hastings

fromVulture

NYC startup

Reed Hastings Is Stepping Down From Netflix

Netflix co-founder and chair Reed Hastings to leave board | TechCrunch

Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix's board to focus on philanthropy and other pursuits after significantly impacting the company's culture and success.

Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix after 29 years

Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix's board to focus on philanthropy and other pursuits after a long tenure with the company.

6 hours ago

Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix. These are 3 of the biggest takeaways from his leadership book.

Reed Hastings is stepping down from Netflix's board in June 2026 after co-founding the company and shaping its corporate culture.

fromVulture

NYC startup

Reed Hastings Is Stepping Down From Netflix

Netflix co-founder and chair Reed Hastings to leave board | TechCrunch

Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix's board to focus on philanthropy and other pursuits after significantly impacting the company's culture and success.

Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix after 29 years

Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix's board to focus on philanthropy and other pursuits after a long tenure with the company.

6 hours ago

Reed Hastings is leaving Netflix. These are 3 of the biggest takeaways from his leadership book.

Reed Hastings is stepping down from Netflix's board in June 2026 after co-founding the company and shaping its corporate culture.

They want to represent S.F. in Congress. Here's how they'd tackle AI, crypto and tech.

Candidates for California's 11th congressional district emphasize tech regulation, with differing views on federal digital currency and the role of tech in government.

Marketing

12 hours ago

Future of Marketing Briefing: Why brand builders are back in fashion

CPG companies are shifting focus from performance marketers to brand builders in their hiring practices.

Privacy technologies

fromwww.theguardian.com

Now you can break up with big tech at a bar: cybersecurity disguised as a party'

Imani Thompson hosts cybersecurity events at bars to help people mitigate surveillance risks while having fun.

Privacy professionals

fromAol

FTC takes action against ad giants for avoiding certain sites

Three major advertising agencies conspired to avoid buying ads on websites promoting disfavored political viewpoints, violating competition laws.

Social media marketing

Rewards App Faces Data Broker Accusations; Apple Loves Advertising, Apparently | AdExchanger

Freecash faced allegations of extracting sensitive user data while promoting itself as a rewards app, leading to its removal from the App Store.

UK politics

UK told its Big Tech habit is now a national security risk

Britain's reliance on US Big Tech poses national security risks and economic challenges due to control over critical infrastructure.

Digital life

fromFuturism

Usually, Young People Embrace New Technology. Gen Z's Attitude Toward AI Should Worry the Entire Tech Industry

Gen Z shows significant skepticism towards AI, with many believing its risks outweigh benefits and fearing it hampers learning.

#amazon

fromTelecompetitor

European startups

Amazon Leo to acquire Globalstar, announces Apple partnership

Why I Can't Stop Buying Amazon Stock

Amazon's AWS and advertising segments are experiencing significant growth, indicating a strong future for the company.

European startups

fromTelecompetitor

Amazon Leo to acquire Globalstar, announces Apple partnership

Amazon expands its Amazon Leo subsidiary through a merger with Globalstar and a partnership with Apple for satellite connectivity services.

Why I Can't Stop Buying Amazon Stock

Amazon's AWS and advertising segments are experiencing significant growth, indicating a strong future for the company.

more#amazon

fromThe Village Voice

Inside Hyperbound's Bet on AI-Native Sales Intelligence - The Village Voice

AI is transforming sales organizations by providing insights and coaching opportunities that traditional tools cannot offer.

fromTechRepublic

AI Upgrades, Security Breaches, and Industry Shifts Define This Week in Tech - TechRepublic

AI innovation and security threats are reshaping technology and corporate strategies across various platforms and applications.

Mozilla takes on enterprise AI providers with Thunderbolt

Mozilla launches Thunderbolt AI client as an open-source alternative to proprietary enterprise AI platforms, emphasizing data privacy and control.

DevOps

fromInfoWorld

6 hours ago

When cloud giants neglect resilience

Cloud outages highlight reliability issues as providers prioritize cost-cutting over service stability, raising questions about acceptable levels of unreliability.

fromObserver

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.

17 hours ago

Factory hits $1.5B valuation to build AI coding for enterprises | TechCrunch

Factory's key differentiator is its ability to switch between different foundation models, such as Anthropic's Claude or Chinese AI startup DeepSeek, enhancing its coding capabilities.

Venture

22 hours ago

The CEO of a $19.9 Billion Startup Says Businesses Are In Danger of Being Replaced By Vibe Coding - But This One App Is 'Quite Safe'

Vibe coding uses AI to write code from plain language prompts, raising software quality and threatening companies reliant on outdated tools.

Privacy technologies

from404 Media

23 hours ago

App Stores Push Users Toward Nudify Apps, New Research Shows

Google and Apple's app stores actively promote harmful nudify and undress apps, contrary to their stated policies.

#salesforce

Silicon Valley

Internal Salesforce org chart shows the 10 executives helping CEO Marc Benioff navigate AI's threat to software

Salesforce is restructuring its executive team to adapt to pressures from generative AI and enhance its product offerings.

Salesforce debuts Headless 360 agentic platform

Salesforce's Headless 360 expands app-building tools beyond traditional developers, enabling API-driven interactions across various platforms.

fromTechzine Global

Salesforce merges AppExchange, Slack Marketplace and AgentExchange

Salesforce's new AgentExchange combines multiple marketplaces into one, enhancing the discovery and management of apps, agents, and integrations.

Silicon Valley

Internal Salesforce org chart shows the 10 executives helping CEO Marc Benioff navigate AI's threat to software

Salesforce is restructuring its executive team to adapt to pressures from generative AI and enhance its product offerings.

Salesforce debuts Headless 360 agentic platform

Salesforce's Headless 360 expands app-building tools beyond traditional developers, enabling API-driven interactions across various platforms.

fromTechzine Global

Salesforce merges AppExchange, Slack Marketplace and AgentExchange

Salesforce's new AgentExchange combines multiple marketplaces into one, enhancing the discovery and management of apps, agents, and integrations.

more#salesforce

This App Hit No. 2 on the App Store - Then Apple Banned It

Freecash paid users to play mobile games while collecting sensitive information including race, religion, sexual orientation and health data, according to cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes.

Apple

London startup

fromComputerWeekly.com

fromHarvard Business Review

Data dive: A new American Century in the datacentre pipeline? | Computer Weekly

US datacentre capacity is projected to triple, while the UK will slip in global rankings for datacentre capacity.

Digital life

fromHarvard Business Review

How AI Is Threatening Platforms' Revenue Streams

Online activity and centralized digital services have created a platform-dependent society, influencing markets, labor, and consumer behavior.

Startup companies

The Challenges of Scaling a Technology for Social Good

Access to safe sanitation is critical for over three billion people, impacting public health, gender equity, and economic development.

12 hours ago

The Rundown: Q1 dealmaking cools across ad tech and martech as AI remains the hottest ticket

Ad tech sector experienced recent mergers and acquisitions, contrasting with a slowdown in overall deal-making due to macroeconomic uncertainty.

37 minutes ago

Broadcom's New AI Partnership With Google and Anthropic Could Supercharge the Next Leg of the Rally

Broadcom's partnerships and AI chip designs position it for significant growth amid rising demand for custom silicon solutions.

The "SaaS-Pocalypse" Continues: Cloudflare, ServiceNow, CrowdStrike Under Fire as Anthropic Rewrites the Rules

The release of Anthropic's AI security product has significantly impacted investor confidence in enterprise software companies, leading to sharp stock declines.

Media Briefing: The 'SaaS-pocalypse' is spreading to publishers

AI tools are enabling publishers to create custom software, shifting the conversation from buying to building software solutions.

Information security

The "SaaS-Pocalypse" Continues: Cloudflare, ServiceNow, CrowdStrike Under Fire as Anthropic Rewrites the Rules

The release of Anthropic's AI security product has significantly impacted investor confidence in enterprise software companies, leading to sharp stock declines.

Media Briefing: The 'SaaS-pocalypse' is spreading to publishers

AI tools are enabling publishers to create custom software, shifting the conversation from buying to building software solutions.

Dropbox is making ChatGPT its productivity hub with three new apps

Dropbox is launching three new apps inside ChatGPT to enhance productivity and streamline coordination tasks for knowledge workers.

Venture

13 hours ago

New leaders, new fund: Sequoia has raised $7B to expand its AI bets | TechCrunch

Sequoia Capital has raised $7 billion for a new fund focused on late-stage AI investments in the U.S. and Europe.

Privacy technologies

fromPetaPixel

Apple and Google Direct Users to AI 'Nudify' Apps: Report

Apple and Google facilitate access to nudify apps that create deepfake nude images despite policies against nonconsensual sexualized content.

Startup companies

Intuit was an AI pioneer. Why its stock became a SaaSpocalypse casualty | Fortune

Being an early adopter of AI does not guarantee protection against market panic, as shown by Intuit's stock performance during the SaaSpocalypse.

fromBenzinga

Amazon, Meta Are 'Dislocated High Quality' Bargains: Analyst - Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZN), Meta Platforms (

Expectations of a softer second quarter as advertising budgets tighten, with major tech stocks seen as high-quality opportunities despite macro uncertainty.

SaySo is a new short-form video app that aims to restore users' trust in news | TechCrunch

SaySo is a new app that curates news from vetted creators to combat misinformation and enhance user trust.

CoreWeave Just Locked In $21 Billion From Meta. Here's Who Else Wins.

CoreWeave secured a $21 billion commitment from Meta, solidifying its role as a key AI cloud infrastructure partner.

Venture

CoreWeave's Winning Streak Goes to 3: Jane Street to Spend $6 Billion for AI Cloud Access

Tech giants are investing heavily in AI infrastructure, with CoreWeave emerging as a key player through significant commitments from firms like Jane Street and Meta.

Barclays Stays Bullish on Alibaba as AI Investment Ramps Up: Is This the Comeback Story of 2026?

Barclays maintains an Overweight rating on Alibaba, reducing its price target to $186 while emphasizing the necessity of investments in AI.

Goldman Says It's Time to Buy Tech. I'd Start With These Tech Deals

Goldman Sachs' Peter Oppenheimer identifies a buying opportunity in U.S. tech stocks amid current market conditions.

fromwww.benzinga.com

Watch Out for Q2: Evercore Analyst Warns Ad Budget Cuts Could Mute Tech Earnings - Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZ

Tech stocks face near-term caution due to macro pressures, but long-term growth driven by AI remains promising according to Mark Mahaney.

Apple

Goldman Says It's Time to Buy Tech. I'd Start With These Tech Deals

Goldman Sachs' Peter Oppenheimer identifies a buying opportunity in U.S. tech stocks amid current market conditions.

fromwww.benzinga.com

Watch Out for Q2: Evercore Analyst Warns Ad Budget Cuts Could Mute Tech Earnings - Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZ

Tech stocks face near-term caution due to macro pressures, but long-term growth driven by AI remains promising according to Mark Mahaney.

more#tech-stocks

fromeLearning Industry

How To Build A Marketing Technology (MarTech) Stack: Crafting A Digital Arsenal For Future Growth

A well-structured MarTech stack is essential for business growth and effective demand generation.

fromnews.bitcoin.com

CFTC Uses Microsoft AI Tools to Surveil Crypto and Prediction Markets, Chairman Tells Congress

CFTC is using AI tools to monitor markets amid staffing cuts and calls for crypto legislation.

It's Wednesday. Do You Own Enough Google?

Alphabet is a multifaceted company with significant revenue streams and a strong position in AI infrastructure.

fromThe Motley Fool

Alphabet vs. Meta Platforms: Which Digital Advertising Giant Is the Better Buy? | The Motley Fool

Alphabet is diversifying and exploring long-term growth, while Meta's ad business is growing faster despite its AI challenges.

It's Wednesday. Do You Own Enough Google?

Alphabet is a multifaceted company with significant revenue streams and a strong position in AI infrastructure.

fromThe Motley Fool

Alphabet vs. Meta Platforms: Which Digital Advertising Giant Is the Better Buy? | The Motley Fool

Alphabet is diversifying and exploring long-term growth, while Meta's ad business is growing faster despite its AI challenges.

Reclaiming the power of the story - fueled by data and AI | MarTech

Marketing teams can enhance storytelling and authenticity by integrating AI without sacrificing human connection.

11 hours ago

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.

Anthropic ejects bundled tokens from enterprise seat deal

Anthropic has revised its enterprise pricing, transitioning to a single seat model upon contract renewal amid increased demand for Claude AI services.

fromZDNET

15 hours ago

These companies are actually upskilling their workers for AI - here's how they do it

Companies should prioritize upskilling employees in AI to prepare for future job demands and mitigate economic impacts.

fromThedrum

23 hours ago

LEADING INDUSTRY PARTICIPANTS SUPPORT NEW CONNECTED TV INITIATIVE IN EUROPE

The European Connected TV Initiative aims to explore and unlock the potential of CTVs in Europe through industry collaboration.

7 hours ago

The stigma around AI in journalism may be easing, but trust is still fragile

There is a growing acceptance of AI in journalism, despite initial reluctance and a recent controversy over AI-generated content.

12 hours ago

The OpenAI Pixel Has Landed; Amazon's Credit Card Ban Triggers An Ad Boycott | AdExchanger

OpenAI is developing ad infrastructure, but the effectiveness of AI search for advertisers remains uncertain due to varying commercial intent in queries.

Voracious demand for robotics training data is transforming gig work

Instawork is transforming gig work into a data generation platform for robotics, addressing the need for real-world training data in AI development.

fromThe Motley Fool

Meta's Massive Artificial Intelligence Investments May Be About to Pay Off for Investors | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms launched the Muse Spark model, enhancing its AI capabilities to improve advertising and content engagement.

fromWIRED

AI Could Democratize One of Tech's Most Valuable Resources

Nvidia faces potential competition as startups like Wafer optimize AI code for various chips, challenging its dominance in AI hardware.

#meta

The Morning After: Meta is reportedly working on an AI model of Mark Zuckerberg

Meta is developing an AI character based on Mark Zuckerberg to interact with employees, raising concerns about privacy and ethical implications.

fromMarketing Dive

Meta to shoot past Google in digital ad revenue for first time: Emarketer

Meta is projected to surpass Google in digital ad revenues for the first time in 2026.

The Morning After: Meta is reportedly working on an AI model of Mark Zuckerberg

Meta is developing an AI character based on Mark Zuckerberg to interact with employees, raising concerns about privacy and ethical implications.

fromMarketing Dive

Meta to shoot past Google in digital ad revenue for first time: Emarketer

Meta is projected to surpass Google in digital ad revenues for the first time in 2026.

Meta Is On Track to Beat Google as the World's Top Ad Platform-Because It Mastered 3 Digital Media Principles

Meta is projected to surpass Google in global digital advertising revenue by 2026, marking a significant shift in the industry.

fromForbes

The Hottest Debate In Tech: Ads In AI

The debate in AI centers on the introduction of advertising in chatbot interactions and the financial implications of running AI systems.

fromNieman Lab

Prediction markets are breaking the news and becoming their own beat

Prediction markets are evolving, becoming integral to news, with partnerships forming between market platforms and major news organizations.

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Social Media Powers Online's Ad Market Dominance, and Meta Eats 70 Percent of That Pie

Online advertising, particularly social media, is projected to dominate the global advertising market, reaching $1.5 trillion by 2030.

fromEast Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

The expanding digital entertainment economy in the United States | East Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

The entertainment and media industry is projected to exceed $3.5 trillion in revenue by 2029, driven by digital entertainment growth.