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🧠 OpenAI Moves Into the Media Business

Tech giant OpenAI has announced the acquisition of TBPN—a popular streaming show about business and technology often described as “CNBC for Gen Z.” Despite the deal, the project will retain editorial independence and continue to be published on YouTube and X.

🐶 Tencent Launches a 24/7 Channel for Pets

Chinese tech giant Tencent has introduced an unusual media project—a 24/7 TV channel called Pet TV, designed specifically for cats and dogs. The service aims to combat stress and loneliness among pets.

🎥 Filmmaking Is Getting Expensive

TV series production in Russia is becoming rapidly more expensive. According to data from the Internet Development Institute (IRI), over the past year, fees for key specialists have increased by an average of 20–30%.

🍄 Mario Conquers Space

The iconic Italian plumber has made a triumphant return to the big screen. The sequel Super Mario Galaxy Movie from Universal Pictures, Illumination, and Nintendo launched on Wednesday with $34 million domestically, setting a new opening-day record for 2026.