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#bts
World news
fromFortune
1 day ago

Seeking to save Gen Z from foreign influence, China has quietly banned K-Pop for a full decade | Fortune

BTS's world tour omits China due to a long-standing ban on South Korean entertainment since 2016.
World news
fromFortune
1 day ago

Seeking to save Gen Z from foreign influence, China has quietly banned K-Pop for a full decade | Fortune

BTS's world tour omits China due to a long-standing ban on South Korean entertainment since 2016.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Building AI bots becomes the latest viral craze in China

OpenClaw AI bots, known as little lobsters, are gaining popularity in China for their ability to perform tasks like managing schedules and answering emails.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 hours ago

JoJo Siwa emphasizes she's still queer while dating a man: "I could never say that I'm straight" - LGBTQ Nation

JoJo Siwa reflects on her queer identity and the backlash faced after dating a man, emphasizing the challenges of public scrutiny and community acceptance.
Music production
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

How Hardtekk Became the Cursed Soundtrack of Looksmaxxing

New hardtekk artists blend music with looksmaxxing culture, using specific lingo and visuals to attract audiences on platforms like TikTok.
fromBustle
1 day ago

TikTok's "Unexpected Red Theory" Lives On In Millie Bobby Brown's Summery 'Fit

Millie Bobby Brown's outfit features a cropped tank with a strawberry print and a light denim micro miniskirt, showcasing the unexpected red theory in fashion.
Fashion & style
#creator-economy
Podcast
fromForbes
4 weeks ago

Millennial Creators Are Becoming The New Media Establishment ...And Workforce

Digital creators and podcasters have evolved from media disruptors into institutional platforms shaping how audiences consume information and access services.
Podcast
fromForbes
4 weeks ago

Millennial Creators Are Becoming The New Media Establishment ...And Workforce

Digital creators and podcasters have evolved from media disruptors into institutional platforms shaping how audiences consume information and access services.
Digital life
fromThe Walrus
13 hours ago

Before Apple Music, There Was MapleMusic-Canada's Forgotten Pioneer | The Walrus

Technology has reshaped music distribution, with significant contributions from companies like Apple, YouTube, and various global streaming services.
#social-media
fromForbes
4 days ago
Online marketing

Why Keywords Are Replacing Hashtags As The Social Media North Star

Social media marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
Media industry
fromNatesilver
6 days ago

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
Film
fromKotaku
7 hours ago

New Faces of Death A Fun Stab At Grisly State Of Social Media

The proliferation of graphic content online, especially among children, highlights the disturbing impact of social media on society.
Relationships
fromHer Campus
2 days ago

SOCIAL MEDIA AND MODERN DATING

Social media complicates crushes by turning romance into a performance and influencing perceptions before actual interactions.
Law
fromEdSurge
3 days ago

Why the Social Media Addiction Case Isn't Over Yet - EdSurge News

Meta and Google were found negligent in designing apps that contribute to youth mental health issues.
Online marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

Why Keywords Are Replacing Hashtags As The Social Media North Star

The era of hashtags for social media discoverability is fading, replaced by social SEO driven by intent-based keywords.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
Media industry
fromNatesilver
6 days ago

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

I swapped England for Seoul after watching a Korean teen drama and found myself cast in a K-pop video

Discovering South Korean culture through a Mandarin homework mishap led to a deep passion for the language and its entertainment.
Marketing
fromInc
14 hours ago

The Biggest Missed Opportunity in Social Media Has Nothing to Do With Marketing

Brands must transition from social listening to social doing to leverage insights for transformative action.
Podcast
fromRAIN News
1 day ago

TV podcast consumption: A new audience study

13% of American households consume podcasts on TV, particularly within Netflix households.
#coachella
Media industry
fromForbes
8 hours ago

The Real Coachella Is Happening On Creator Streams

Creators are reshaping the Coachella experience and driving its global reach, significantly impacting brand engagement and media value.
Media industry
fromForbes
8 hours ago

The Real Coachella Is Happening On Creator Streams

Creators are reshaping the Coachella experience and driving its global reach, significantly impacting brand engagement and media value.
#new-music
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

New Songs Out Today

New music releases include singles from Peter Frampton, Lady Gaga, Foo Fighters, Kehlani, and Love Burns.
Music production
fromConsequence
1 day ago

Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week April 4th - April 10th

New music releases this week include tracks from BossMan Dlow, Dari Bay, and Isaiah Rashad, showcasing diverse styles and themes.
Music production
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

New music releases include albums from My New Band Believe, upsammy, and Valentina Magaletti, showcasing diverse styles and innovative sounds.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

New Songs Out Today

New music releases include singles from Peter Frampton, Lady Gaga, Foo Fighters, Kehlani, and Love Burns.
Music production
fromConsequence
1 day ago

Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week April 4th - April 10th

New music releases this week include tracks from BossMan Dlow, Dari Bay, and Isaiah Rashad, showcasing diverse styles and themes.
Music production
fromPitchfork
1 day ago

10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

New music releases include albums from My New Band Believe, upsammy, and Valentina Magaletti, showcasing diverse styles and innovative sounds.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
15 hours ago

There's a generation of people who were praised exclusively for being easy to deal with, and they became adults who genuinely cannot tell the difference between being content and being convenient. The two feelings merged so early that separating them now feels like surgery. - Silicon Canals

A false ground in electrical work symbolizes individuals raised to be easy, appearing fine but lacking true grounding in their own needs.
Apple
fromFast Company
2 days ago

As the iPod makes a comeback, here are some pointers to use it

Secondhand iPod sales are surging as young people seek focused music listening experiences away from smartphones.
fromEMARKETER
2 days ago

Brands advertising on 9 streaming platforms command a third of US streaming TV ad spend

Advertisers running on all nine streaming platforms account for 34% of US streaming TV ad spending, according to a March report from MediaRadar.
Marketing tech
#tiktok
fromDigiday
4 days ago
Media industry

TikTok's Khartoon Weiss to exit the platform as its head of global business

Games
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Go play this secret game in your TikTok DMs | TechCrunch

TikTok has introduced a secret emoji game in DMs where users bounce across alligators to compete for high scores.
Film
fromVariety
1 week ago

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.
Media industry
fromDigiday
4 days ago

TikTok's Khartoon Weiss to exit the platform as its head of global business

Khartoon Weiss is leaving TikTok to pursue a new opportunity, ensuring continuity in the ad business during the transition.
#gen-z
Fashion & style
fromForbes
3 days ago

Latest Gen Z Spend Trend: Trading Down To Glow Up

Gen Z is shifting to frugal shopping, opting for store brands to afford premium spending on wellness and personal style.
Digital life
fromAxios
2 days ago

Gen Z's fading AI hype

Gen Z's excitement about AI has significantly decreased, with rising anger linked to job prospects and a recognition of the technology's permanence.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Chicago Blackhawks

How sports leagues are vying for Gen Z and Gen Alpha's attention to build the next generation of fans

Fashion & style
fromForbes
3 days ago

Latest Gen Z Spend Trend: Trading Down To Glow Up

Gen Z is shifting to frugal shopping, opting for store brands to afford premium spending on wellness and personal style.
Digital life
fromAxios
2 days ago

Gen Z's fading AI hype

Gen Z's excitement about AI has significantly decreased, with rising anger linked to job prospects and a recognition of the technology's permanence.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Chicago Blackhawks

How sports leagues are vying for Gen Z and Gen Alpha's attention to build the next generation of fans

London music
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Girl group Flo on entering into their 'bombastic, confident, strong' era

Girl group Flo is focused on their next achievements after winning a Mobo award, with their hit 'Leak It' gaining significant popularity.
Dining
fromFortune
3 days ago

Phones banned at the bar: Why Gen Z is actually cheering the no-screen dining movement | Fortune

The trend of phone-free dining is growing, appealing to younger patrons and promoting intimacy and focus on food.
#pet-market
Pets
fromAol
5 days ago

How TikTok and Smart Tech Are Reshaping What Pet Owners Buy

Pet owners are increasingly selective in their purchases, influenced by social media and technology in the pet care market.
Pets
fromAol
5 days ago

How TikTok and Smart Tech Are Reshaping What Pet Owners Buy

Pet owners are increasingly selective in their purchases, influenced by social media and technology in the pet care market.
Pets
fromAol
5 days ago

How TikTok and Smart Tech Are Reshaping What Pet Owners Buy

Pet owners are increasingly selective in their purchases, influenced by social media and technology in the pet care market.
Pets
fromAol
5 days ago

How TikTok and Smart Tech Are Reshaping What Pet Owners Buy

Pet owners are increasingly selective in their purchases, influenced by social media and technology in the pet care market.
Fundraising
fromChronicle of Philanthropy
5 days ago

Gen Z Wants to Raise Money for You. Here's How to Stop Scaring Them Off.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital successfully supported Ryan Trahan's fundraising campaign, raising $11.6 million by allowing him creative freedom in communication.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

I founded Culture Pop in my 50s, but my youngest hires keep it relevant and fresh

Tom First founded Culture Pop, a probiotic soda brand, focusing on health-conscious consumers and achieving significant revenue growth in a competitive market.
#olivia-rodrigo
Music
fromVulture
1 day ago

What's Olivia Rodrigo-ing On?

Olivia Rodrigo's third album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,' showcases a strong departure from her previous works.
Music
fromPitchfork
3 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo to Host and Perform on SNL

Olivia Rodrigo will perform on SNL as both host and musical guest on May 2.
Music
fromVulture
1 day ago

What's Olivia Rodrigo-ing On?

Olivia Rodrigo's third album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,' showcases a strong departure from her previous works.
Music
fromPitchfork
3 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo to Host and Perform on SNL

Olivia Rodrigo will perform on SNL as both host and musical guest on May 2.
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

'I Live to Work': MrBeast Admits His Work-Life Balance Isn't 'Healthy' - Here's How He Built YouTube's Biggest Audience

MrBeast, with 476 million subscribers, admits to an unhealthy work-life balance while striving to make Beast Industries a major entertainment company.
Film
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Scientology Runs Are Going Viral On TikTok

Scientology Runs involve people filming themselves trying to run inside Scientology centers before being caught.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

This company is turning YouTube videos into TV shows as streamers chase Gen Alpha

Streamers are launching creator content to attract Gen Alpha away from YouTube, with Pocket.watch leading the initiative.
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Are People Speaking Less in This Age of Online Communication?

"While putting a number to the loss, there is much about those lost conversations that these data cannot answer. Were they lost with friends, or family, or with strangers?"
Psychology
Media industry
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
2 days ago

Top Influencers' Secret Weapon for Engagement Might Be Replaced by AI

Evan Stanfield's marketing agency Clipping Culture utilizes freelancers to create shortform videos, while AI technology is increasingly used in video editing and production.
#k-pop
Arts
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

A treasure trove for K-pop fans - Harvard Gazette

Harvard's Yenching Library is curating a K-pop merchandise collection inspired by the 'Korean Stars' course to explore K-pop fandom history.
Arts
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

A treasure trove for K-pop fans - Harvard Gazette

Harvard's Yenching Library is curating a K-pop merchandise collection inspired by the 'Korean Stars' course to explore K-pop fandom history.
Marketing
fromAdExchanger
2 days ago

The Price And Promo Paradox; YouTube's Interactive TV Push | AdExchanger

Online advertisers must balance product pricing and ad spending to maintain market presence and customer engagement.
Music
fromVulture
3 days ago

This Was All So Predictable

Kanye West seeks forgiveness amid controversy but faces significant backlash and bans from multiple countries due to past antisemitic actions.
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
3 days ago

People are losing it over 7-Eleven merch. Welcome to the surprisingly cool world of convenience chic

7-Eleven's merchandise has gained popularity, blending convenience store culture with streetwear and lifestyle trends.
Podcast
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Spotify's Prompted Playlists can help you find new podcasts to listen to

Spotify's Prompted Playlists now include podcasts, allowing Premium users to create customized playlists using text prompts.
fromSFGATE
17 hours ago

In a year, Fakemink got millions of fans. At Coachella, he almost flopped.

At first, things looked very, very bad for Fakemink. He was standing on a Coachella stage, rapping to one of his most popular tracks, surrounded by an eager crowd. And still, it was all wrong. His voice sounded thin, and his fans were not moving.
Music production
#fandom
fromFortune
1 month ago
Digital life

How fandom became culture's power center - and a blueprint for Gen Z's economic influence | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
Digital life

How fandom became culture's power center - and a blueprint for Gen Z's economic influence | Fortune

Media industry
fromDigiday
3 days ago

Future of TV Briefing: A TV advertising staple is missing from YouTube show sponsorships

YouTube channels are beginning to offer TV-style make-goods and viewership guarantees to sponsors as episodic series gain popularity.
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Sunnie is releasing 'the teen mag we always wished existed' with its first limited-edition zine

Target stores will feature a Sunnie endcap with a zine, book picks, and products aimed at young women.
Music production
fromDefector
2 days ago

The Best Songs Of Q1 2026 | Defector

Music in early 2026 reflects anxiety and a desire for liberation, showcasing a mix of deep personal themes and lighthearted fun.
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

Lonelygirl15 Was the Most Famous YouTuber in the World. No One Had Any Idea Who She Really Was.

Lonelygirl15 became a cultural phenomenon, drawing viewers into a narrative that blurred the lines between reality and fiction, ultimately reshaping how audiences interact with online content.
Media industry
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Instagram expands its movie inspired content restriction for teens internationally | TechCrunch

Instagram is implementing stricter content restrictions for teen accounts globally, focusing on reducing exposure to harmful themes.
Music production
fromFast Company
4 days ago

The future of music is human-generated

The music industry's value is shifting from songs to the human connection behind performances as AI-generated music becomes abundant.
Social media marketing
fromEMARKETER
4 days ago

Reddit's purchasing influence is growing whether brands engage or not

Brands risk missing vital real-time conversations on Reddit, where 180 million US users influence product discussions and recommendations.
Music production
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

'Nobody looks like me and sounds like me': flowerovlove redefines what pop stardom means

Joyce Cissé, known as flowerovlove, is a confident South London singer-songwriter making waves in pop music with relatable themes.
Social media marketing
fromRetail Dive
4 days ago

Inside Walmart's creator-driven social commerce playbook

Walmart is enhancing its social commerce strategy to engage consumers, particularly Gen Z, who spend significant time on social media.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

People are exhausted by Blackpink and BTS': the DIY Chinese bands redefining corporate idol' pop

Idol culture in East Asia thrives, but China's government restrictions have stifled its idol industry and opportunities for aspiring performers.
Psychology
fromThred Website
1 month ago

why the obsession with gen z + viral auramax just dropped

Gen Z attracts intense commercial and media focus due to their digital nativity, unique generational conditions, and projected high spending power by 2035.
#gen-z-social-media-behavior
Digital life
fromThe Independent
3 weeks ago

Gen Z turning their backs on social media except for this one app, survey finds

Gen Z uses TikTok daily but distrusts it, while increasingly abandoning other social media to pursue offline activities, fitness, hobbies, and real-world connections.
Digital life
fromThe Independent
4 weeks ago

Gen Z turning their backs on social media except for this one app, survey finds

Gen Z uses TikTok daily but distrusts it, while increasingly abandoning other social media to pursue offline activities, fitness, hobbies, and real-world connections.
Digital life
fromThe Independent
3 weeks ago

Gen Z turning their backs on social media except for this one app, survey finds

Gen Z uses TikTok daily but distrusts it, while increasingly abandoning other social media to pursue offline activities, fitness, hobbies, and real-world connections.
Digital life
fromThe Independent
4 weeks ago

Gen Z turning their backs on social media except for this one app, survey finds

Gen Z uses TikTok daily but distrusts it, while increasingly abandoning other social media to pursue offline activities, fitness, hobbies, and real-world connections.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
2 weeks ago

Young people want their news to be more fun, a new report says

Young adults prefer news that is entertaining and fun, contrasting with older adults who favor traditional news sources.
fromRAIN News
2 weeks ago

iHeartMedia / Tik Tok alliance sought to reinvent album releases

The initiative aspires to create 'a new blueprint for artist launches moving forward.' This partnership integrates fan interaction, live broadcast distribution, and platform-native amplification.
Music production
Digital life
fromUSA TODAY
1 month ago

Gen Z pulling back from social media, except TikTok, survey finds

Gen Z is reducing social media engagement and posting while increasing 'lurking' behavior, yet remains heavily dependent on TikTok despite distrust of the platform.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Younger generations aren't just growing up online

For today's young people, online content isn't a backdrop to daily life-it is daily life. Streaming platforms, short-form video, and social media don't just entertain; they influence how young people see themselves, their health, and what behaviors are seen as normal or aspirational. Movies, television, and streaming content still have influence, but as the digital ecosystem expands, so does its power to shape choices-for better and for worse.
Public health
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why is everyone so obsessed with gen Z?

Generation Z is the most studied generation due to their unique digital immersion from infancy, distinctive behaviors, and significant economic influence on employers and marketers seeking to understand and reach them.
fromEngadget
1 month ago

TikTok will let you stream full songs in its app if you're an Apple Music subscriber

TikTok will soon let you stream full songs in its app via a new integration with Apple Music. The company's new Play Full Song feature makes it possible to link your Apple Music account to TikTok, and play any song that strikes your fancy directly in the app while you're scrolling. Starting a song is as simple as tapping a button in the Sound Details page or your For You page.
Music production
Television
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

What Are "Fan Edits," and Why Is Gen Z Obsessed With Them?

Heated Rivalry fan edits repurpose show scenes into music-driven mini-trailers that deepen emotional engagement and sustain fandom between seasons and books.
fromHer Campus
1 month ago

Is Social Media Creating Micro-Celebrities?

The rise of TikTok and YouTube has dramatically changed the lives of content creators by turning social media into a legitimate career path rather than just a hobby. These platforms allow ordinary people to build massive audiences without traditional media connections, often through algorithm-driven exposure.
Social media marketing
Social media marketing
fromParle Mag
2 months ago

Why Short-Form Content Is Changing the Entertainment Industry

Short-form video dominates discovery, launches careers, and reshapes entertainment consumption toward rapid, mobile, easily shared, and constantly refreshed content.
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