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fromNature
22 hours ago

Digital communication in Middle East cultural institutions: developing a theoretical framework for the use of digital platforms - Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Digital platforms in the Middle East increasingly integrate AI, virtual reality, and augmented reality to document, visualize, and translate cultural heritage across social media channels analyzed between January and December 2024; institutions deploy AI for automated tagging and multilingual captions, VR for reconstructed tours, and AR for on-site layered interpretation, expanding access and preservation capacities while often treating these technologies primarily as content-delivery mechanisms rather than tools for collaborative interpretation or co-curation.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
6 days ago

America's economy is getting swallowed up by middlemen - and it's driving people crazy

Digital intermediaries became powerful gatekeepers that extract fees and control access, shifting economic power away from producers and consumers.
fromFort Worth Star-Telegram
3 weeks ago

Nostalgia sells: Inside the brands using throwbacks to win Gen Z and Millennial shoppers

Nostalgia is everywhere. And while yearning for the past is nothing new, its ubiquity in modern marketing and commerce is fueled by digital platforms that make it easier than ever to revisit the imagery, music, and aesthetics of earlier decades-transforming memory into a shared, searchable experience. As of October 2025, TikTok's #nostalgia hashtag included 16.9 million posts, with almost 100 billion views, while #90s and #Y2K added tens of billions more.
Marketing
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

No one makes money from them': with MTV channels switching off, is the music video under threat?

MTV's UK music channels will close after 31 December, signaling the decline of traditional music-video television as online platforms and fragmented deliverables reshape music promotion.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
2 months ago

ChatGPT, not satisfied with being an app, wants to become your life's operating system

Middlemen capture most value in transactions, transforming platforms into tollbooths that redirect gains away from producers and reshape content for algorithms.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Fans react feverishly to The Summer I Turned Pretty star's move to audio erotica series

Audio erotica is crossing into the mainstream, driven by female demand, mainstream talent participation, and rapid platform growth.
Media industry
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Peter Vandermeersch: My fears for journalism's future - and how you can help to save it

Suppression of real reporting and analysis endangers democracy by allowing fake news, platform gatekeepers, and disinformation to replace trustworthy journalism.
Humor
fromVulture
2 months ago

The Comedians You Should and Will Know of 2025

Traditional comedy career pathways have diminished, replaced by a chaotic attention economy where emerging comedians rely on diverse platforms and new audience-building strategies.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

How Digital Platforms Enable Businesses to Serve a Global Market

Digital platforms enable businesses to reach international customers, expand markets, and operate globally across e-commerce, social media, education, and online services.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
3 months ago

VPNs Can Bypass Age-Verification Laws. Are They An Effective Solution?

VPNs can spoof location and bypass age-verification laws, but privacy advocates and the EFF warn they are not a foolproof solution.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

The rise of the side hustle: How thousands are turning hobbies into paid careers

Many people in the UK are starting side hustles using digital platforms and tools to turn hobbies into businesses amid post-Covid and cost-of-living pressures.
Law
fromForbes
3 months ago

The Google Remedies Decision And Big Tech Antitrust

Judge Amit Mehta rejected DOJ's proposed structural remedies in U.S. v. Google, declining divestiture of Chrome and Android while imposing limited conduct remedies.
Environment
fromPhys
3 months ago

Remote work spurs grassroots environmental action in New York City

Flexible remote and hybrid work schedules enabled New Yorkers to engage in hands-on neighborhood environmental action by providing time, motivation, and relief from screen isolation.
Digital life
fromWE AND THE COLOR
4 months ago

Cosmos for Designers: Why It's a Superior Alternative to Pinterest

Pinterest has shifted from a visual discovery engine to a cluttered marketplace, prompting the rise of Cosmos as a focused alternative for creatives.
#don-lemon
fromAol
4 months ago
Digital life

TV News Faces Creator Chaos as Anchors Chase Digital Dreams That Bring Big Bucks (or Return Little Reward)

fromVariety
4 months ago
Digital life

TV News Faces Creator Chaos as Anchors Chase Digital Dreams That Bring Big Bucks (or Return Little Reward)

fromAol
4 months ago
Digital life

TV News Faces Creator Chaos as Anchors Chase Digital Dreams That Bring Big Bucks (or Return Little Reward)

fromVariety
4 months ago
Digital life

TV News Faces Creator Chaos as Anchors Chase Digital Dreams That Bring Big Bucks (or Return Little Reward)

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fromSocial Media Today
4 months ago

X Implements Age Checking Measures to Align with New Laws

In response to the new requirements under Ireland's Online Safety Code, all major platforms including X are mandated to implement age-checking measures to protect younger users.
Privacy technologies
UK news
fromExchangewire
4 months ago

Digest: UK Strikes AI Deal With OpenAI for Public Sector Use; YouTube Could Be Required to Prioritise Public Service Broadcaster Content

UK government signs AI deal with OpenAI to explore advanced model applications in public services.
fromFuturism
5 months ago

AI-Generated Music Is Starting to Crowd Out the Real Stuff on Streaming Platforms

"Previously, you could stream a track on Spotify or Apple and almost be certain you followed them on Instagram or spoke to them on Discord because the community was so tight-knit."
London music
Web design
fromMedium
5 months ago

Why Most Platform Projects Fail on Content-And How AI Can Fix It

Content should be distinctive and strategically aligned, not just abundant.
Media industry
fromVariety
5 months ago

Asia-Pacific's $175 Billion Screen Economy Enters Tougher Monetization Phase, APOS Summit Reveals

Asia-Pacific's screen entertainment market is set to reach $175 billion by 2030, but growth is slowing due to increased competition.
Privacy technologies
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
5 months ago

Major Setback for Intermediary Liability in Brazil: How Did We Get Here?

Brazil's Supreme Court is poised to significantly alter the existing intermediary liability regime affecting digital platforms' responsibilities.
Current Article 19 regulations may face limitations, implicating broader issues of censorship and free speech.
Media industry
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

The creator economy is set to surpass old media this year

Creator-driven platforms are projected to surpass traditional media companies in advertising revenue by 2025, according to WPP Media.
UX design
fromFast Company
6 months ago

Meet Soot, an explosive new media experience that's killing the social feed

Soot revolutionizes visual organization by displaying myriad images simultaneously, promoting an organic and creative exploration experience.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 months ago

How independent creators are driving business innovation in 2025 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Independent creators leverage digital platforms and cloud tools to redefine industries, enabling global reach, creative autonomy, and innovative solutions without traditional barriers.
Startup companies
Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
6 months ago

European-American investment company to buy Artnet and take it private

Beowolff Capital Management acquired 65% of Artnet shares to enhance collaboration and profitability, creating a market-leading portfolio.
Marketing tech
fromComputerworld
7 months ago

OpenAI hires Instacart CEO Fidji Simo to oversee customer-facing apps

OpenAI is evolving its application strategy to focus on enhancing user experience and expanding into broader consumer and enterprise tools.
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
7 months ago

Luzern Risk Raises $12M to Modernize Captive Insurance for Mid-Market Businesses

Luzern Risk offers a digital platform for mid-market businesses to leverage captive insurance solutions, turning insurance from an expense into a strategic asset.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
7 months ago

Beyond the Smartphone: Essential Gear Upgrades for Serious Content Creators - Yanko Design

The InstaPocket is an innovative camera designed specifically for content creators and social media enthusiasts, offering high-quality photos and videos in compact form.
Media industry
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