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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

The Sound of Democracy: UMG's Quest to Amplify Voter Voices

Imagine tens of thousands of voices amplified on election day. Universal Music Group (UMG) is striving for this with its 'Use Your Voice' voter education campaign, launched in 2020. The initiative is supported by three UMG entities: All Together Now Foundation, the Task Force for Meaningful Change,

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Sep 11 2024BUSINESS

Hasbro's Digital Dreams: A 10-Year Head Start?

In a recent conference, Hasbro's CEO Chris Cocks expressed confidence in the company's digital business, claiming it has a 10-year lead over competitors. But what does this mean for the future of play? Can Hasbro's digital dominance be sustained, or is it just a fleeting fad? Hasbro's digital bus

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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

The Cannabis Conundrum: Is the Industry Leaner Left or Right?

It's time to rethink the assumption that the cannabis industry is a liberal bastion. Ten years ago, it would've been easy to assume so – the Democratic Party had been driving progress on cannabis legalization. But fast-forward to today, and the picture is murkier. Why are business owners and executi

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Sep 11 2024ENTERTAINMENT

From Indie Darling to Game Changer: CAA's Roeg Sutherland Redefines the Film Industry

Roeg Sutherland, co-Head of CAA's Media Finance department and International Film Group, is set to receive the Zurich Film Festival's Game Changer Award for his outstanding achievements and contributions to the film industry. But what makes him a true game changer? Is it his impressive client list o

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Sep 11 2024BUSINESS

Layoffs in the Gaming Industry: A Debate on Greed and Opportunity

The gaming industry has been rocked by a wave of layoffs, leaving many wondering if corporate greed is to blame. Chris Deering, former president of Sony Computer Entertainment Europe, thinks not. Deering shared his thoughts on the matter, saying that the layoffs are not due to greed, but rather a na

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Sep 11 2024BUSINESS

Walmart's Sneaky Move to Reduce Theft

Walmart has made a significant change to its self-checkout process, aiming to curb theft. This quiet move might not be immediately noticeable, but it's a clever solution to a persistent problem. The new technology embeds invisible codes on packaging, allowing scanners to recognize items even if bar

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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

A Shift in Power: Corporate America's Calculus in the Wake of a Tied Presidential Election

Imagine a world where the results of the presidential election are still uncertain, and the stakes are higher than ever. Corporate America is hedging its bets, as the US Chamber and Business Roundtable draft 'what-if' scenarios for a potential Kamala Harris presidency. With billions at stake, contin

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Sep 11 2024SPORTS

The Sports Betting Bonanza: Growth, Greed, and the Ethics of the Game

Sports betting is expected to continue its rapid growth, with executives from FanDuel, Fanatics, DraftKings, and Sportradar predicting a bright future. Bettors are increasingly interested in placing wagers on individual players, as well as making real-time bets during sporting events. Taxes and

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

Gen Z: Reshaping Finance's Future

What if I told you that the future of finance hinges on understanding Generation Z? That's right, those born in the mid-1990s to early 2010s are set to transform our industry more than any generation before them. But here's the catch: they're not interested in business as usual. Consider this: des

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

Lilly's New Money Man: Inside Scoop on Lucas Montarce's Promotion

Eli Lilly, the pharmaceutical giant known for its diabetes and weight-loss drugs, has made a bold move by appointing insider Lucas Montarce as their new chief financial officer. This comes months after former CFO Anat Ashkenazi left to join Google parent Alphabet. Montarce brings over two decades of

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