Wrtn, a South Korean tech firm, has just announced that its new AI entertainment platform is expected to bring in over $100 million this year. The service, called “Crack” in Korea and “Kyarapu” in Japan, lets users jump into stories where they become the main character. Unlike other AI chatbots that
'Pointy Stick, a fresh media house launched by BAFTA‑winning TV writer James Menzies and ad creative Rob Bovington, aims to blend comedy with advertising in the UK. The pair say they are ready for a world where shows and commercials overlap more than ever. Menzies has penned award‑winning BBC come
Andrew Llinares, who guided Fremantle’s worldwide entertainment lineup for three years, will leave his position in spring. He has not announced a successor; meanwhile the company’s global segment will report to CEO Jennifer Mullin until a new head is found. Llinares said he wants to return to hands‑
A senior manager at a leading software firm talks about how staying strong in tough times is key for both parents and fresh hires. He leads the team that brings a smart assistant into company chat, showing how technology can help people adapt. In his own life, he tries to teach his children that
Abridge, a company that turns doctor‑patient conversations into written records using artificial intelligence, has grown fast. The idea began when Zachary Lipton left Amazon three years ago to work on this new technology. He believed the market was ready for a smarter way to document medical visi
In many towns people rely on a daily email to stay updated on local events. The system works by letting residents sign up for alerts that match their interests. Each morning, a single message arrives with the newest news items, avoiding spam and keeping inboxes clean. The process begins when a us
Sen. Steve Daines begins the year with nearly five million dollars ready for use, while Rep. Ryan Zinke has close to three million in hand. Together they hold a comfortable lead over their Democratic opponents, who collectively have just about one‑hundred twenty‑nine thousand dollars. Daines’ 202
After a stretch of clear skies, the Bay Area is finally getting wet. The shift began Monday when pressure dropped steadily across the region, pulling a low‑pressure system from the southwest. This pattern is different from usual winter lows that come up from the Pacific Northwest, so it is set
These sneakers and outdoor shoes are built to stay dry when the weather turns wet. People often stop walking in puddles, but worse is stopping when shoes soak up water and feel heavy. In regions that get a lot of rain, it’s smart to have shoes that can handle both light showers and heavy d
Sports groups are trying new ways to win over kids who grew up on TikTok and YouTube. A dad in Chicago, Trevor, watches the Blackhawks like his son did a decade ago—on TV and paper. His 14‑year‑old, Tye, checks scores on Snapchat or searches Google for a quick answer. This shows how the audience has
