How video games became peak IP

It’s no secret that video games are a big deal, but they’ve become even bigger as intellectual property. Henry Chandonnet’s Fast Company article dives into how games like The Last of Us and Super Mario have crossed over into movies, shows, and merch, changing the way we think about entertainment. Gaming IPs are now reshaping the future of media – and it’s only just beginning.

Apple TV+ just did something it almost never does—cut its price. For the next 3 months, it’s down to $6.99 a month (from $9.99), possibly to get ahead of new streaming tariffs. Wayne Friedman at MediaPost unpacks what it could mean for the rest of the industry.

Looks like business news on TV is getting a major ratings bump thanks to all the market chaos. With so much financial uncertainty, people are tuning in for updates on what’s happening in real time. The New York Times points out that this surge shows how much viewers rely on business news when the economy gets shaky.

Netflix’s CEO Reed Hastings threw some shade at YouTube, calling it a "place to kill time," even though Netflix keeps teaming up with creators. It’s an interesting move, especially since Netflix is so focused on original content while YouTube keeps growing. James Hale over at Tubefilter breaks it down.

You might not expect it, but A Goofy Movie means a lot to a whole generation of Black viewers. In a piece for Slate, Nadira Goffe unpacks why—from its low-key nods to Black culture to its powerful take on father-son relationships. It’s one of those rare Disney movies where people felt truly seen, even if they never said it out loud.

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival lineup is out, and it's full of big names like Wes Anderson, Richard Linklater, Ari Aster, and more, all vying for the coveted Palme d'Or. With exciting films from both seasoned directors and fresh talent, it's shaping up to be a great year for cinema. Variety’s Elsa Keslassy, Ellise Shafer, and Alex Ritman give us the scoop on the upcoming event that’s sure to turn heads.

Worried your phone is frying your brain? Turns out, it’s probably not that deep. According to Fast Company, too much screen time can mess with your memory and focus, but it’s not causing permanent damage—just be intentional about how you use it.

TikTok is stepping up its game with a bigger creator incentive program, making sure it stays ahead of Instagram’s growing influence. With more cash and tools for creators, TikTok is aiming to keep the content coming. Andrew Hutchinson from Social Media Today gives the scoop on this new move.

Big news in fashion: Prada is buying Versace for $1.38 billion, creating a new powerhouse in the luxury world. The deal brings two legendary Italian brands together and adds to the growing trend of luxury companies merging. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter (Alex Weprin), this move is set to change the landscape of high-end fashion in Europe.

Even though the stock market's been all over the place, young investors aren’t sweating it. They're seeing market drops as chances to snag deals, not reasons to panic. The New York Times highlights how this fresh mindset, fueled by tech and social media, could reshape how we approach investing.