In a statement released on Thursday, Meta Platforms announced its decision to block access to news on Facebook and Instagram for all users in Canada. This comes after the Canadian parliament passed the Online News Act, a legislation aimed at compelling internet giants to pay publishers for news content. The Senate upper chamber approved the …
The Facebook page of esteemed chef Ina Garten, known as the Barefoot Contessa, fell victim to hacking last week, causing quite a stir. Instead of finding recipes for her famous “engagement chicken” or roasted vegetable lasagna, followers were greeted with instructions for a copycat Olive Garden chicken scampi. The intrusion was brought to attention when …
A mesmerizing atmosphere awaits at the VICE Kills TX Music Showcase during the 2013 SXSW Music, Film + Interactive Festival in Austin, Texas. Witness the captivating moment through the lens of Hutton Supancic, as he captures the magic of the event. Vice Media has designated Fortress Investment Group’s stalking horse bid of $225 million as …
David Zaslav Olivia Michael | CNBC Warner Bros. Discovery employees have experienced a new round of layoffs, primarily affecting the cable-TV network segment of the company. This round of layoffs has impacted a wide range of cable-TV networks owned by Warner Bros. Discovery, including popular channels such as Discovery Channel, Investigation Discovery, and Food Network. …
The PGA Tour logo is seen during the third round of the Travelers Championship on June 24, 2017, at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut. Image: Fred Kfoury | Icon Sportswire | Getty Images In a Senate subcommittee hearing, key lawmakers have invited the officials involved in the proposed deal between the PGA Tour and …
Voicemod, a Spanish artificial intelligence company, has unveiled an innovative technology that allows gamers to modify their voices in real time. The company has created 20 “AI humans,” digital personas that enable users to speak in voices other than their own. These voices are trained on professional human voice actors’ voices, ensuring a realistic and …
A child gazes at a vibrant banner showcasing the Roblox logo, adorning the front facade of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City. The banner was proudly displayed to commemorate the company’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) on March 10, 2021. Image source: Brendan McDermid | Reuters Roblox announced on Tuesday that eligible …
Famed television writer and producer Ryan Murphy is reportedly leaving Netflix to join Walt Disney, according to an exclusive report by Bloomberg News. This move comes as Murphy, known for creating hit series like “Glee,” “9-1-1,” “American Horror Story,” and “Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” negotiates a new deal with Disney. In 2018, …
Silvio Berlusconi, the prominent billionaire media mogul who served as Italian prime minister on multiple occasions, has passed away at the age of 86. The news of his death was reported by local media, although CNBC has not yet been able to independently verify these reports. Berlusconi had been dealing with various serious health issues, …
The collaboration between Spotify and Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, has resulted in a single, 12-episode series of their podcast called “Archetypes.” Photo Credit: Chris Jackson | Chris Jackson Collection | Getty Images Bill Simmons, a Spotify executive, referred to Harry and Meghan as “grifters” after their partnership with the streaming platform …