INDUSTRY

Nov 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Taiwan's Big Creative Fest: Money, Stories, and Global Dreams

Taipei welcomed the Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF) this week with a spotlight on cash and opportunities. The event, running Nov. 5-8, aims to boost local and Asian creators to the global stage. Sue Wang, deputy minister at Taiwan's Ministry of Culture, shared her vision: "We're setting big goal

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Nov 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

How Borderlands Blended Genres and Changed the Gaming Landscape

When Borderlands first hit the scene 15 years ago, it was a game that blended different worlds. Created by Gearbox Software, a team with roots in major game studios like 3D Realms and Bethesda Softworks, Borderlands wasn't just another shooter. It introduced elements from RPGs, like skill trees and

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Streaming Battle: Fubo Claims Sports Venture Gives Giants an Unfair Edge

Are some big companies in the streaming world playing fair? That's the question at the heart of a legal battle between Fubo, a smaller streaming service, and media giants Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery. At the center of the debate is Venu Sports, a new streaming service backed by these gian

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Nov 06 2024FINANCE

How the Future of ETFs Hinges on Tuesday's Vote

The exchange-traded funds (ETF) sector is preparing for big changes starting in 2025, and who wins Tuesday's election might influence these changes. A likely victory for Republican Donald Trump could mean less strict rules than the past four years. Whoever comes into office, ETF companies are gettin

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Nov 05 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Quincy Jones: A Legend's Impact on Music and Life

Quincy Jones, a music legend who touched the lives of countless people, passed away at age 91. From his groundbreaking work on The Color Purple to producing Michael Jackson's iconic Thriller album, his influence was vast. Steven Spielberg, who worked with Jones on The Color Purple, described him as

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Nov 04 2024CELEBRITIES

Legendary Music Producer Quincy Jones Passes Away at 91

Legendary music producer Quincy Jones has passed away at the age of 91. His incredible journey took him from the streets of Chicago to the top of the music industry. Jones was known for his work with icons like Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Ray Charles. He produced some of the most famous albu

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Nov 04 2024BUSINESS

Space Mergers: Airbus Explores Options in Europe

Airbus is mulling over a potential merger for its space business, but it's not a done deal just yet. The company's CEO, Guillaume Faury, suggested that they're open to partnering up with another firm to strengthen their space sector. This comes after Airbus took a big hit with their satellite busine

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Nov 04 2024POLITICS

Drone Battalion's Struggle: A Glimpse into Ukraine's War Effort

The Achilles drone battalion, part of Kyiv's 92nd Assault Brigade, uses around 3, 000 first-person view drones each month. However, they're not choosing high-tech Western drones. Why? Because they don't work well in Ukraine's war conditions. Rustam Nurgudin, the battalion's executive officer, said t

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Nov 03 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Todd Phillips: Ditch Pre-Movie Ads for Better Theater Experience

Todd Phillips, the director of "Joker: Folie à Deux, " has a simple idea to enhance the movie theater experience: cut out the commercials before the films start. He shared this thought in an interview with Empire magazine, where filmmakers discussed the future of movies and entertainment. Phillips b

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Nov 03 2024TECHNOLOGY

Big Tech Teams Up to Say: Keep Hands Off Our AI Money

In a surprising move, giants like Microsoft and venture capitalists from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) have come together. But this isn't about a new tech project. It's about a plea to governments: don't mess with their money by regulating AI. They say it’s about protecting startups, but the truth migh

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