The Many, an agency that helps companies invite people into their ideas, has taken a big step by buying most of CatalystXR, an Australian studio that makes VR, AR and large‑scale interactive experiences. Jamie Gilroy, the founder of CatalystXR, will now lead the new partnership as a partner who focu
Police in Seoul are pushing for a detention order against Bang Si‑hyuk, the chief of music firm HYBE, after allegations that he misled investors before the company went public. The claim is that Bang steered early shareholders to sell their shares to a private fund tied to his associates, then profi
A new pitcher from Japan is finding the move to Major League Baseball harder than expected. Tatsuya Imai, 27, joined the Houston Astros this season after a strong career in Japan’s top baseball league. He pitched well there, with a low earned run average and impressive strikeout numbers. But once in
The Minnesota Lynx locked down their point guard for two more years after agreeing to a top-tier contract with Courtney Williams. Last season she proved why teams chase versatile players like her, putting up 13. 6 points per game while also handing out 6. 2 assists and pulling down 4. 9 rebounds. At
Stefon Diggs wasn't just cut by the New England Patriots—he felt underused. Even after leading the team in targets, catches, and yards last season, he never got the full chance to perform. His frustration boiled over in an online exchange where he admitted, "I'm still mad. . . I ain't really get to
In the coming months, hurricanes, fires and floods are expected to be stronger than ever. The country is not ready because the federal agency that helps during disasters, FEMA, has lost money and power. The government says local groups should lead rescue work instead of the federal office. At the s
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) once boasted about tackling crypto fraud with 583 cases and $8. 2 billion in penalties last year, claiming it stayed ahead of new threats. That image has shifted dramatically. In a fresh review for 2025, the agency admits it over‑reacted and pulls back on
The talent agency Strand Entertainment has brought Sol Rodriguez into its roster, offering her new management opportunities. Known for playing Sasha Bordeaux in the superhero show Peacemaker on HBO Max, Rodriguez also starred as the main female character in Netflix’s holiday comedy Holiday in the
The San Francisco 49ers have been hailed for making smart moves in free agency, but not everyone is convinced. One NFL executive suggested their strategy of signing older, injury-prone players might backfire. The criticism targets two key additions: Mike Evans, a veteran wide receiver scheduled to t
A major talent agency just sold one of its biggest divisions for half a billion dollars. WME Group, known for managing stars in entertainment and sports, recently let go of 160over90, a powerhouse in sports marketing. The buyer? Publicis Groupe, a French company expanding its reach into sports. The
