YouTube Set to Become the Biggest Media Company by 2025
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YouTube is expected to surpass Disney as the largest media company by 2025.
YouTube generated $54.2 billion in revenue in 2024, trailing...
AdLarge Grows Its Female-Focused Podcast Network
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AdLarge’s fwd. network buys 25 podcasts from Adalyst Media.
The deal expands AdLarge’s reach in female-focused podcasting.
Adalyst Media targets moms and...
AnyMind Group Acquires AnyReach to Boost E-Commerce Growth
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AnyMind Group completes the acquisition of AnyReach, a Japan-based e-gifting company.
This is AnyMind’s 10th acquisition and fifth in Japan.
AnyReach’s AnyGift...
New Zealand Cracks Down on Influencers Promoting Online Casinos
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Influencers in New Zealand receive takedown notices for promoting offshore casinos.
They could face fines of up to $10,000 if they don’t...
Adin Ross Returns to Twitch After Ban: Here’s What You Need to Know
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Adin Ross is back on Twitch after a long ban.
Twitch removed permanent bans in February 2025.
Ross’s follower count reset, but...
YouTube Bans Two Popular AI Movie Trailer Channels From Making Money
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YouTube suspended monetization for Screen Culture and KH Studio, two AI-based trailer channels.
These channels created fake movie trailers using AI tools...
TikTok Sale Update: Trump Says Deal Likely Before Deadline
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Trump expects TikTok sale to be finalized before April 5.
Multiple buyers are interested in purchasing TikTok.
Blackstone may invest in TikTok’s...
NFL Hunts for a Global VP to Boost Influencer Marketing
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NFL is hiring a Global VP for Influencer and Creator Marketing based in New York.
The role focuses on engaging younger audiences,...
Instagram Rolls Out 2x Speed for Reels: What You Need to Know
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Instagram now lets users play Reels at 2x speed.
Activate 2x speed by long-pressing the screen sides during playback.
This feature is...
Cannes Lions Unveils Creator Lions for 2025: What You Need to Know
Hey there, let's talk about some exciting updates from the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. They're making big changes to their awards, and...
iShowSpeed Wins Hearts in China with Epic Streaming Tour
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American YouTuber iShowSpeed praised by Chinese state media for showcasing a side of China rarely seen in U.S. media.
His streams in...
TikTok Urged to Share Revenue with South African Creators
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South African Communications Minister Solly Malatsi wants TikTok to include African creators in its monetization programs.
TikTok’s Creator Fund currently excludes South...
“A Week Away” Casting Call: Be a Camp Extra in Nashville’s New Faith-Based Musical
🎬 Key Takeaways
Now Casting: Extras and featured background actors for A Week Away: The Series filming in Nashville, TN
Who Can Apply: Ages 13–26, local...
Amazon/MGM’s “Your Mother” Casting Call: Minor Photo Double Needed in Georgia
🎬 Key Takeaways
Now Casting: A minor photo double is needed for Amazon/MGM’s upcoming feature film “Your Mother.”
Location: Filming takes place in Atlanta and Fayetteville,...
NBC’s “Chicago Fire” Casting Call: Stand-In Opportunity in Chicago
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Now Casting: NBC’s “Chicago Fire” is hiring a stand-in for an upcoming shoot in Chicago, IL.
Who Should Apply: African American males, 5’10”–6’1”,...
Join “Cash Out 3” with John Travolta – Casting Call for Movie Extras
🎬 Key Takeaways
Casting Now: “Cash Out 3” is casting background extras for an upscale scene in Key Largo, Florida.
Star Power: The film stars John...
HULU’s “Murdaugh Murders” Casting Call: Join the Crime Drama as a Child Actor
🎬 Key Takeaways
Casting Now: HULU’s “Murdaugh Murders” is casting child actors for a poolside resort scene.
Filming Location: Shooting in Braselton, Georgia on Tuesday, April...
Yeezy Leads Celebrity Brands in Digital Engagement – 2025 Report
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Kanye West’s Yeezy tops digital engagement among celebrity brands in 2025.
Fashion and beauty brands dominate the rankings.
Digital engagement doesn’t always...
QVC Layoffs 2023: Shift to Social Shopping
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QVC Group is cutting around 900 jobs, about 5% of its workforce.
The layoffs mostly affect Florida operations, moving HSN broadcasting to...
$6,000 Casting Call for Hispanic Talent – Tech Brand Print + Video Campaign
🌟 Quick Takeaways:
Nationwide casting for Hispanic men and women, ages 18–28.
Featured in print and video assets for a leading tech company campaign.
Pays up to...