Spectacle Bitcoin Juggernaut

The epic spectacle that is the bitcoin juggernaut MicroStrategy

Despite massive fundraising plans, the stock is up 450% this year, valuing the company at about $90bn

World - Financial Times - 6 hours ago

The choreographed spectacle of 'Emilia Pérez'

Neither drama nor comedy nor fully a musical, 'Emilia Pérez' transcends traditional narrative filmmaking.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 2 days ago

‘Wicked’ and the Merchandising Juggernaut That Eclipses ‘Barbie’

The new movie’s tie-ins are the logical endpoint for a Broadway show that always intended to be huge.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

How 'CoComelon' became a mass media juggernaut for preschoolers

The brightly colored "CoComelon" cartoons have become must-watch videos for babies and toddlers. But they've also raised questions about what kids should be viewing.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 13

The Symbolism and Spectacle of Harris and Trump’s Closing Arguments

The candidates saved their closing messages for the biggest possible symbolic locations, in front of the largest crowds.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Why a College Football Stadium Spectacle Is Being Relegated to Streaming

Trying to protect Penn State’s annual White Out game, a made-for-television moment, and place it in a prime-time slot is harder than ever before.

Sports - The New York Times - November 9

Jake Paul Defeats Mike Tyson With Ease in Netflix Boxing Spectacle

The YouTuber-turned-boxer took down the former world heavyweight champion, earning his win via unanimous decision.

Sports - The New York Times - November 16

After Tyson-Paul, don't be surprised if we see this type of spectacle again

It was a special night, but should this be the end of Tyson? What now for Jake Paul?

Sports - ESPN - November 20

Welcome to the Bellagio Fountain Club, a Highlight of Formula 1’s Spectacle

“A restaurant is exactly the same as a Formula One team. Both are like an orchestra,” Wolfgang Puck said.

Sports - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Apple's services unit is now a $100 billion a year juggernaut after 'phenomenal' growth

Apple's services business has become a critical part of the company's appeal to Wall Street over the past decade.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Anthony Davis' revitalized 3-point stroke has helped turn streaking Lakers into offensive juggernaut

Davis has made multiple 3s in five consecutive games, all Lakers wins

Sports - CBS Sports - November 17

Artist Doug Aitken brings in the L.A. Phil, Natasha Lyonne and a mountain lion for fall's biggest spectacle

Doug Aitken premieres "Lightscape" as a live music-screen experience with the L.A. Phil and L.A. Master Chorale at Disney Hall. An immersive exhibition at the Marciano Art Foundation is coming too.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 13

Snap's AR Spectacles Aren't as Fancy as Meta's Orion—but at Least You Can Get Them

Augmented reality glasses still have a long way to go, but Snap’s latest Spectacles—which are now available to developers—already have some real-world utility.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

Bitcoin’s identity crisis

The shift towards respectability should concern us all

World - Financial Times - November 18

FirstFT: Bitcoin hits a record high

Also in today’s newsletter, Kremlin denies Putin spoke to Trump last week and America Inc’s new chief executive

World - Financial Times - November 11

ICC issues arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu

Warrant also issued for former defence minister Yoav Gallant over allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity

Business - Financial Times - November 21

The delusions behind a bitcoin strategic reserve

It is a resilience strategy for the ‘hodlers’, not the US state

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Bitcoin is surging. Could it take over?

Bitcoin has been likened to "digital gold," but it's not something you can hold in your hand.

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Polls open after Harris and Trump finish their final push

Voting begins in one of the closest presidential contests in recent history

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Bitcoin and Crypto, Promoted by Trump, Brace for Election Volatility

Many crypto investors hope that a victory for Donald Trump could propel the price of Bitcoin to new heights, though a loss could cause a fall.

Business - The New York Times - November 5

Bitcoin surges 10% to a record above $76,000 as Trump victory heralds wider crypto adoption and weaker regulation

Crypto assets rose as investors bet that a second Trump administration will widen fiscal deficits and boost bitcoin as a hedge against higher inflation.

Business - CNBC - November 6

US shares and Bitcoin hit record highs on Trump win

The result could have a far-reaching implications for tax and trade policy, as well as economies around the world.

Bitcoin surges to record high following election

Bitcoin jumped to a record high above $84,000 on Monday as cryptocurrency expectations continued to surge following the reelection of President-elect Trump, whose victory is being largely ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

As bitcoin trades above $90,000, is now the time to buy?

Bitcoin reached an all-time high above $89,000 on Monday, amid enthusiasm that digital assets may face a more friendly regulatory environment after Donald Trump, who is considered pro-crypto, won ...

Business - MarketWatch - November 13