Author: Jonathan P. Wright

Photo Credit: Photo by Compare Fibre on Unsplash Samsung is making a bold strategic pivot in the ever-evolving streaming landscape—by deepening its commitment to independent digital creators. Known for licensing premium content from traditional entertainment heavyweights like David Letterman, Conan O’Brien, and Steven Bartlett, the tech giant is now doubling down on original digital content by onboarding high-profile creators to its Samsung TV Plus platform. In a move that signals the growing influence of digital personalities over conventional media stars, Samsung is launching a wave of free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels featuring some of the internet’s most recognizable names.…

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Photo Credit: Photo by BoliviaInteligente on Unsplash In a digital age where streaming platforms are constantly evolving, Pluto TV—a free ad-supported streaming service owned by Paramount Global—is finding itself at a pivotal crossroads. What once seemed like a no-strings-attached way to enjoy live TV and on-demand content may be inching closer toward a more restrictive model. With reports emerging that the platform is testing mandatory logins for accessing certain content, many long-time users are feeling betrayed, while others argue it’s a minor and inevitable shift. Rising Popularity of Free Streaming Over the past few years, streaming services that offer content…

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Image credit: Photo by Michael Martinelli on Unsplash In the heart of Hollywood, where dreams and spectacle go hand-in-hand, Elon Musk has made his latest vision a reality—a retro-futuristic Tesla diner. Equal parts nostalgia and innovation, the venue combines a 1950s American diner aesthetic with futuristic tech straight out of a sci-fi film. The Tesla Diner and Drive-In officially opened its doors on July 21, 2025, bringing with it humanoid robots, oversized drive-in movie screens, and super-fast EV charging stations—all with the signature Elon Musk twist. Opening Day: A Show of Spectacle and Sentiment Opening at exactly 4:20 p.m. PST—an…

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