X Sues Music Publishers, Alleging ‘Collusion’ Over Licensing Deals
The social media platform says it was pressured into licensing agreements for songs “at inflated rates.” In 2023, publishers sued the company for copyright violations. Source link
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Trump Wants 10% Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates, After Killing Other Fee Limits
The president revived a campaign promise he has not actively pursued since taking office. Source link
China Is Investigating Meta’s Acquisition of the AI Start-Ip Manus
Regulators said they would look at whether the deal for Manus, a Singapore start-up with Chinese roots, complied with China’s export and investment rules. Source link
Neon, an Indie Studio With an International Bent, Tops Globes Nominations
Neon scored more film nominations at the Golden Globes than any other studio this year with a slate of six non-English language films. Source link
Allegiant to Buy Sun Country Airlines in $1.5 Billion Deal
The combination of the two small, budget airlines comes as low-cost carriers have struggled with high costs and competition. Source link
The Boss Who Hates Sick Day Requests
Plus, the impossibility of being a middle manager. Source link
Popularity of ‘Heated Rivalry’ Has Surprised Even TV Executives
The show, streaming on HBO Max, doesn’t have one of the biggest audiences, but viewership grew very quickly in just a few weeks. Source link
Bird Flu Viruses Raise Mounting Concerns Among Scientists
Researchers are not just worried about the virus popping up on American farms. Other types are causing trouble around the world. Source link
How Gen Z Investors Went from Meme Stocks to Index Funds
Some Gen Z-ers first entered the markets during the pandemic’s meme stock craze. They have since become more patient investors. Source link
With the Golden Globes, Podcasts Are Ready for Their Close-Up
The annual awards show will anoint a best podcast for the first time this year, a sign of the industry’s increasing status in Hollywood. Source link