The Metaverse, Porn, and the Future
The fallback definition of porn has been “I can’t define it, but I know it when I see it”. The definition of the metaverse may be “I’m in it, but I don’t know it.”
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How the Pandemic Birthed the Metaverse
Forced isolation, ad fatigue, the desire to be recognized as a full-fledged citizen with rights in cyberspace, and some fantastic technology advancements are bringing us to the birth of the metaverse. It’s still just gestating.
Can Tech Help Creatives Earn a Decent Living
The creative industry – art, music, the theatre – was hit hard by the pandemic. Can new tech help them finally get recognized for what they're worth?
Can Disney Become Netflix? Or Will Netflix Become Disney?
While Disney has created a strong brand for content, will it be able to effectively compete against Netflix?
Disney May Not Remain Content’s King. Here’s Why.
Disney must adapt to the evolution in content creation by moving from a centralized studio model to a highly fragmented one.
Why Hollywood’s Star-centric Revenue Model Doesn’t Work
Much of Hollywood has no real business model. That fact is masked by a near-religious belief in the star system. Disney is a rare exception. But movies can make money in other ways, including by...
Goodbye, Hollywood
Hollywood is now irrelevant. The assets of the old studios barely matter anymore. The media companies that succeed will be those that can capitalize on lower cost formats while maximizing reach.
The Media Industry Explained: Hidden Costs and 3 Hindenburgs
What the hell is going on with media? By virtually all measures, confidence in it has eroded. To bring clarity as to why and how this happened, it’s helpful to understand the components of the ecosystem.
Virtual Production Could Upend the Movie Industry
Over the last decade, the big story in Hollywood has been how streaming platforms have disrupted distribution. But in the next decade, the big story in Hollywood may well be how companies in gaming, visual...
