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• [New] Venture capital firms like Atomico see the rise of AI media startups as a long-term opportunity to democratize storytelling and empower smaller creators to compete globally. Tekedia
• [New] In 2025, multiple platforms entertainment throughout social media, computer games, and entertainment will generate enormous worlds that resemble Marvel's multiverse. Milanavjc
• [New] Social media platform X will soon introduce an updated recommendation algorithm fully driven by artificial intelligence. Medium
• [New] By 2025, NFTs will shift from being primarily about speculation to enabling transferable, authenticated ownership across entertainment, commerce, and digital spaces. Host Merchant Services
• [New] Social media platforms like Crypto Twitter and Reddit are abuzz with discussions surrounding AI-powered trading bots, decentralized AI networks, and the potential for AI agents to revolutionize automation within Web3. FinancialContent
• [New] AI could provide Google immediate access to a platform already embedded in high-profile media markets, bolstering its presence in the $2.5 billion digital influence sector. Ainvest
• [New] The future of online advertising is changing faster than the latest social media trend, and between 2026 and 2030, big shifts are on the way. Spot N Designs
• [New] For large, proactive broadcasters like Sinclair Broadcast Group, Nexstar Media Group, and Gray Television, the increased operational flexibility and potential for new data-centric business models are significant boons. Sweetwater Reporter
• [New] Social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit are abuzz with discussions about the transformative potential of AI agents, decentralized AI networks, and AI-enhanced security. FinancialContent
• The integration of F1 into Apple's broader media portfolio could reshape how fans engage with motorsport content. Tekedia
• On a global scale, the development of large-scale gaming resorts like Metropolitan Park could set a precedent for other cities and regions looking to capitalize on the booming demand for entertainment-based tourism. Travel And Tour World
• Spotify and Netflix Announce Video Podcast Partnership In a major media partnership, Spotify is teaming up with Netflix to bring a curated selection of video podcasts to the streaming giant's platform, starting in early 2026. Medium
• The numbers back that up: More than half of content-driven advertising revenue will come from user-generated platforms such as TikTok, YouTube and Instagram Reels in 2025, surpassing professionally produced content from studios and media companies for the first time. Digiday
• In 2025, creator / user-generated platforms are expected to generate more ad revenue than traditional media like TV, print, etc. Marketing LTB -
• From WPP forecasts: creator-driven content will surpass ad revenue of professional media in 2025. Marketing LTB -
• Social Commerce to Exceed $1 Trillion by 2028 - Time to Build Shopping Features Social commerce is projected to surpass $1 trillion globally by 2028, with 46% of consumers now purchasing products directly through social media. The Academy
• With the UK's Online Safety Act in force, the UK government is now partnering with several suppliers to carry out age verification on websites, expanding the risk of third-party attacks on social media and gaming platforms. CyberNews
• 8 million deepfake media pieces will be shared in 2025. SQ Magazine
• Deepfake technology, AI-driven synthetic media that can swap faces, mimic voices, or alter images, has leapt from niche experiment to global threat. SQ Magazine
• For the first time, creator platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn are projected to out-earn traditional media in ad revenue. Medium

Last updated: 27 October 2025