US to bar China's DeepSeek from federal agency systems
The move escalates US restrictions on Chinese AI models in government use.
Bloomberg.com · +14 outlets
CoreWeave's distressed debt becomes a broader AI industry concern
CoreWeave bonds slipped into distressed territory, raising questions about AI infrastructure financing across the sector.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Amazon funds new nuclear plant in Indiana with X-energy and AEP
The plant would replace a defunct coal station, part of rising data-center-driven electricity demand.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Apple teases October 28 MacBook Pro event, new Macs and iPad Mini expected
Apple sent invites for a second October launch event in Los Angeles, where it is expected to announce new Macs.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Google rolls out AI feature letting Android users build their own apps
The tool lets users create apps without coding experience or a developer account, part of broader AI feature expansion.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Report: fossil fuel infrastructure buildout hits decade high as data centers drive demand
US electricity demand is rising faster than in over a decade, with data centers a key factor, while renewable growth slows.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Elon Musk's SpaceX share giveaway for kids to go through 'Trump Accounts'
Trump announced the SpaceX shares for children will be distributed via Trump Accounts after Musk pledged one share to every US kid.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Christiane Amanpour to exit CNN in June after 43 years
The veteran anchor's departure marks a major change at CNN's international news programming.
Variety · +13 outlets
Netflix reports box office grosses for first time as 'La Bola Negra' scores $277,500
Netflix's first-ever disclosure of theatrical grosses marks a shift in its theatrical strategy.
Variety · +13 outlets
France sets partial curfews after protests and riots
Officials admitted failures as the government toughened its response to ongoing unrest.
Bloomberg.com · +14 outlets
Disney names Carol Choi president of Asia-Pacific as Luke Kang retires
The leadership change reshapes Disney's Asia-Pacific operations amid a broader executive transition.
The Hollywood Reporter · +8 outlets
Ticketmaster names ex-Amazon exec as CTO in AI push
The live-events giant is betting on AI leadership as it faces antitrust and ticketing scrutiny.
Variety · +1 outlets
Sony Pictures Television hires former YouTube exec Lauren Glaubach
The hire signals continued movement of YouTube leadership talent into traditional studios as streaming and creator video converge.
Variety · +1 outlets
Tubefilter: SASHA SHOW tops YouTube's most-subscribed charts for week of 10/18
Weekly YouTube subscriber rankings show the Turkey-based kid-friendly channel SASHA SHOW gaining the most followers in the second full week of October.
Tubefilter
SeatGeek and other ticket resellers sue DC over 10% resale price cap law
The lawsuit challenges a District of Columbia law limiting ticket resale prices to 10% above face value.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Tubefilter: Zack D. Films leads most-viewed YouTube channels for second straight week
American creator Zack D. Films was the only channel to cross a billion views during the week of 10/18, topping the Global Top 50.
Tubefilter
Dhar Mann Studios brings YouTube speed and economics to Hollywood
The profile examines how a YouTube-native studio is applying creator-style production and business models to traditional entertainment.
Forbes
Alex Cooper's Unwell Network unveils new Unwell University creator cohort
The media company led by Alex Cooper announced its latest class for Unwell University, a program giving creators new opportunities.
Tubefilter