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Key Reads
Report questions whether AFL’s tax exemption should be scrapped – The Australian *
Could AFL's “not-for-profit” status be under threat
ESPN Cancels ‘Around the Horn’ After 23-Year Run – Hollywood Reporter *
The end of an era in sports media programming.
Fanatics Launches Ticket Strategy in Two-Way Deal With Ticketmaster – Sportico *
A partnership set to reshape sports ticketing landscapes.
Big 10 & SEC’s College Football Playoff Power Grab – Boardroom
Insights into shifting media rights in college football.
Digital & Social
How YouTube Is Taking a More Active Role in Influencer Marketing – Lindsey Gamble *
The growing sector of the creator economy
Instagram Has Launched Over 20 New DM Features – Business Insider
Optimize audience engagement with new social media tools.
Instagram Shares Reels Posting Tips at NYC Creator Event – Social Media Today *
Align with the latest trends in short-form video.
Professional Sports
Stephen Curry, Marshawn Lynch Team Up for Mac Dre Documentary – SF Chronicle
A sports-media collaboration influencing branding strategies.
Nevada’s Kalshi Order Opens New Front in Sports Futures Battle – Sportico
Explore regulatory challenges in sports futures trading.
Caitlin Clark’s Fever Boss Sees ‘America’s Team’ Potential – Sportico
Discover marketing and fan engagement in the WNBA.
Geek Out
Microsoft’s Small AI, Big Ambitions – VentureBeat
Compact AI models boosting sports marketing and technology.
Google Begins Testing AI-Only Search Results – Ars Technica
Impact of AI on future SEO strategies and fan engagement.
Salesforce Launches AgentForce 2DX – VentureBeat
Discover new AI applications for marketing and CRM.
OpenAI Launching Premium AI Agents – TechCrunch *
Premium AI agents transforming sports operations efficiency.
Media & Entertainment
Skydance Sports Inks Overall Deal With NFL MVP Josh Allen – Hollywood Reporter
Leverage athlete brands through media and content creation.
Equal The Contest Documentary Now Available on SBS Demand – SBS
A documentary on inclusivity efforts in community sports.
New Research Reveals 3 Insights Shaping CTV Media Buys – Adweek
Exploring CTV's role in brand growth and sales.
Make You Think
Walmart will now let you ‘Shop with Friends’ from home – Fast Company
Shoppers ask their friends to vote on their potential next outfit.
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