Topic: consumer trends
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AI's Next Target: The Collectibles Market
CES 2024 showcased a new trend of integrating AI with physical collectible figurines, allowing owners to converse with characters through smart bases and companion apps. Companies are taking different approaches: Olli's **HeyMates** are pre-designed AI figurines with specific personalities, while...
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Palmer Luckey: The Future of Tech Lies in the Past
Palmer Luckey and Alexis Ohanian argued at CES that older technology had superior aesthetics and design philosophy, which they believe will influence future innovation, despite acknowledging modern tech's advancements. They identified a cultural shift where nostalgia drives demand for tangible, r...
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TuneIn Acquired for $175 Million in Major Streaming Deal
Stingray Group acquired TuneIn for $175 million to expand its global presence, leveraging TuneIn's integration across over 200 platforms and devices in more than 100 countries. TuneIn, founded in 2002, differentiated itself by offering live radio content like music, news, and sports, but faced ch...
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Art TV: The Inevitable Rise
Modern televisions are evolving into elegant digital canvases that display high-resolution artwork, using matte screens and customizable bezels to blend into home decor when not in use. Pioneered by the Samsung Frame TV, this "Art TV" trend is now seeing a surge with similar models from major bra...
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