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Chinese-Backed Micro-Dramas Shift Latin America's Streaming Pace
business25 days ago

Chinese-Backed Micro-Dramas Shift Latin America's Streaming Pace

Chinese-backed micro-dramas are reshaping Latin America's streaming scene, with DramaBox and ReelShort leading a surge in mobile, short-episode entertainment and the region becoming the fastest-growing market for engagement. While boosting growth, analysts say these platforms won't replace Netflix due to different business models and margins; LATAM's 2024–25 revenue growth outpaced the U.S., and global short-drama revenue outside China is projected to reach $3B in 2026.

via CNBC|
#business#china#dramabox
Humans Embrace Imperfection Amid AI-Generated Fake Tracks
entertainment6 months ago

Humans Embrace Imperfection Amid AI-Generated Fake Tracks

AI-generated fake tracks are increasingly targeting living artists, using their music to create unauthorized albums that mimic their style, causing distress and confusion. Artists like Emily Portman and Josh Kaufman have been affected, with platforms like Spotify taking weeks to remove such content. The artists emphasize the importance of human creativity and authenticity in music.

via MusicRadar|
#ai-fake-tracks#artists-victims#entertainment
Documentary Filmmakers Struggle with Federal Funding Shortage
media-and-culture6 months ago

Documentary Filmmakers Struggle with Federal Funding Shortage

The documentary filmmaking community faces significant challenges due to federal funding cuts, including the rescinding of the CPB's budget, leading to budget reductions at PBS and other organizations. Despite these setbacks, filmmakers and media organizations are exploring alternative funding sources and digital platforms to continue producing and distributing documentaries, emphasizing resilience and innovation in the face of financial adversity.

via NPR|
#documentaries#funding-shortfall#independent-film
music-industry8 months ago

Apple Music Exec Criticizes Free Streaming Services

Apple Music's head Oliver Schusser criticizes other streaming services for offering free music, emphasizing that music should be valued as art and not given away for free, unlike competitors like Spotify and Amazon Music that offer free tiers or bundles, which he believes devalues music. The article also discusses industry revenue growth, challenges from bundling strategies, and the importance of supporting songwriters.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#apple-music#free-music#industry-revenue