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Pro Wrestling Promotions

Media Man Top Promotions and Brands ranked from the top

*subjective in nature
*no financial inducements or favors involved in the ranking. Based on merit alone and decades of being a fan, keen observer (and sometimes campaign assistant), as well as independent (for the most part) sports writer.

WWE @WWE WrestleMania @WrestleMania
WWE SmackDown
WWE RAW
NXT TV @WWENXT
NXT PPVs
AEW (All Elite Wrestling) and NWA (National Wrestling Alliance) - tied
GCW (Game Changer Wrestling)
Impact Wrestling (currently reverting back to TNA Wrestling)
Stardom
Shimmer
AAA
AAA TripleMania
CMLL
MLW
ROH (Ring Of Honor)
PWG
IWA and AWF (tied)
Progress Wrestling
NJPW (New Japan Pro-Wrestling)

*WWE, NXT (and UFC - MMA) are all part of TKO Group

#WrestleMania #SmackDown #WWERaw #WWENXT
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MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) Promotion Rankings by Media Man

*no financial inducements or favors involved
*based on merit alone
*subjective in nature
*based on decades of observation, being a fan, amateur fight club participant and independent (for the most part) sports writer.
*we have included Bare Knuckle rather than having to list yet another category at present.

These are our 2023 rankings keeping in mind there's still a few weeks to go to conclude the year of 2023.

UFC @UFC
ONE Championship and PFL (tied). *PLF has absorbed Bellator MMA
Combate Global
CFFC
Valor Bare Knuckle
BRAVE
Urban Fight Night (Australia specific region)
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships
RIZIN
Cage Warriors
Pancrase (much debate has endured for over a decade as to if/when shoot and "worked" - a cousin to professional wrestling!
*we are still researching Gracie Challenge type scenarios out of Brazil. The Gracie name and techniques are legendary in the industry.

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Combat Sports Deal Of The Year: Flashback

WWE @WWE - UFC @UFC - Endeavor @Endeavor news quote:

“All the WrestleManias combined … doesn’t really equal to the magnitude of what we will do together.” - Vince McMahon #VinceMcMahon #quote #WWE #UFC #Endeavor #EndeavorGroup #TKO #TKOGroup #combatsports #sportsbusiness #popculture #entertainmentnews #media #mediaman

News Flashback

Powerhouse': WWE, UFC merge to create $21b sporting giant - April 4, 2023 (Media Man Int)
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PPV News (Media Man Int)
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Best Quotes Of The Day (Media Man Int)
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Sports Streaming Leader FITE Renamed TrillerTV

The best value in live streaming and the most reliable PPV and subscription platform, FITE is growing beyond its combat sports roots to offer fans even more action

New York, NY (December 11, 2023)--FITE is proud to announce its rebranding as TrillerTV, signaling the continuing addition of new sports categories and closer alignment with parent company Triller. The PPV platform, subscription channel, and FAST channel will all continue to deliver the same incredible action, with the same reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation. Now, the massive reach and resources of Triller will power FITE's continued growth through acquisitions and major sports rights licensing deals.

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"TrillerTV is everything you know and trust from FITE, but with doors open for even moresports," said Michael Weber, Co-Founder and COO of TrillerTV. "Our original name served us well, as have our loyal customers, promoters, and athletes to whom we are super grateful. The time has come to give even more to expand the experience we've built from the ground up to celebrate the passion and precision that makes us all love sports."
FITE was founded in 2015 using pioneering and proprietary AI tools to enhance the viewer experience. The platform has since grown, thanks to its hard-driving, sports-fanatic team, to serve 8 million registered users around the world, and to present blockbuster events with the biggest names in their fields.

Subscription services AEW Plus, FITE+, and the FAST channel, FITE 24/7 have all grown at an astounding rate, and now FITE+ becomes TrillerTV+, FITE 24/7 becomes TrillerTV 24/7, and AEW Plus keeps its name. Both TrillerTV+ and AEW Plus have newly enabled geo-tagged pricing, increasing their value proposition for international audiences.

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"Now that we've proven FITE in 10s of thousands of live events from all over the world, it's time to expand to more content verticals under our new brand TrillerTV," Kosta Jordanov, Co-Founder and CEO of TrillerTV, said, "We will be adding new sports categories, more premium brand promotions, and continuing to improve our technology to give the best user experience in streaming sports and entertainment."
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"We are thrilled to realize one of the core objectives of the acquisition of FITE," added Mahi de Silva, CEO of Triller. "The launch of TrillerTV is the culmination of the strategy of expansion from their combat sports roots to broader sports content and even broader entertainment verticals across the globe. TrillerTV is a great example of Triller's open-garden approach of delivering high quality entertainment on every platform; mobile phones, PCs, streaming devices, set-top-boxes and gaming consoles."
For more information contact: owen.phillips@fite.tv

About TrillerTV:
TrillerTV is the premium global platform for live sports and entertainment offering many of the industry's marquee PPV events to 8M registered users. Additionally, TrillerTV offers exclusive subscription packages such as AEW Plus in select regions, and TrillerTV+, the best value in sports, worldwide. Consumers can stream TrillerTV globally through its iOS and Android mobile apps, Apple TV, Android TV, ROKU and Amazon Fire TV apps. In addition, TrillerTV supports Samsung, LG, Cox Contour, Vizio SmartCast™, Virgin Media, Shaw Communications, Blue Curve IPTV, Foxxum, Chromecast, XBOX, ZEASN, Netrange, Vidaa/Hisense, VEWD/ TiVO, Netgem TV, Comcast's Xfinity 1 and Xfinity Flex, as well as more than 7,000 models of Smart TVs. TrillerTV also offers a free ad-supported FAST channel called TrillerTV 24/7, both on and off platform. Visit TrillerTV online at www.TrillerTV.com. Follow us as TrillerTV powered by FITE on Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIN, Facebook, and Threads.
TrillerTV is owned by Triller Hold Co LLC.

UFC ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH NRL AS THE AUSSIE FOOTBALL CODE LAUNCHES VEGAS MISSION

Ultimate Fighting Championship Joins Forces With World's Premier Rugby League Competition

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has today joined forces with the world’s premier rugby league competition, National Rugby League (NRL) to launch the sporting organization’s first Las Vegas venture.

Four of the Australian competition’s flagship clubs - South Sydney Rabbitohs, Brisbane Broncos, Manly Sea Eagles and Sydney Roosters - will play in the Vegas showpiece to kick-off the 2024 NRL Premiership season at Allegiant Stadium on March 2.

The historic NRL double-header fixture will be the first played on U.S. soil and today, UFC Senior Executive Vice President Lawrence Epstein, Executive Vice President Dave Shaw and Hall of Fame athlete Forrest Griffin welcomed NRL officials and star players from the four clubs to the fight capital of the world.

The new partnership will see UFC build upon its already strong links with NRL to reach thousands of potential new fans in the Asia Pacific region, where the sport of MMA continues to experience exponential growth. The NRL is hoping to tap into UFC’s pulling power in the U.S. market to expand its own global footprint.

UFC announces strategic partnership with NRL as the Aussie football code launches Vegas mission

“Las Vegas is on the fast track to becoming the sports capital of the world. All the major U.S. sports leagues will have a presence here soon, and of course, Las Vegas will host its first Super Bowl here at Allegiant Stadium in February,” said UFC Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Lawrence Epstein.

“International sports leagues are also recognizing the value Las Vegas can bring to their brand. Just a few weeks ago we had the inaugural Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, which was a great success and set the stage for additional F1 events in the years to come.

“NRL fans are going to love coming to Vegas to watch these matches. We've been to all the great cities, and there's nothing like the infrastructure we have here in Las Vegas - from hotel rooms to restaurants and night clubs, and all of the other entertainment and sports we have here. Fans are the most important component of the sports ecosystem, and when the fans have a great time, they talk about your brand more, they talk about the experience more, and that positivity just builds up,” said Epstein.

UFC announces strategic partnership with NRL as the Aussie football code launches Vegas mission

UFC Vice President, Head of International & Content Dave Shaw said the two organizations have enjoyed close ties over many years.

“There is a great link between our two sports, and I am excited about this partnership and the opportunities we have to grow together,” said Shaw.

“We know the NRL is one of the biggest sporting competitions Down Under and they have aspirations to grow their sport here in the U.S. We also know Australians are some of the biggest MMA fans on the planet - it is home to over 4 million of our 700 million global fanbase - and we are always looking at ways to continue to grow that fanbase in the APAC region.

“Since 2010, UFC has accomplished major milestones across Australia and New Zealand, delivering 20 events across most major cities, many of them record-breaking.

“We have seen UFC athletes like Alex Volkanovski and Tai ‘Bam Bam’ Tuivasa start their careers in rugby league before transitioning to MMA... and we’ve also seen plenty of NRL stars enjoying the action at our UFC events across the globe. There is a connection between the sports that transcends beyond the Octagon and that is what excites us about this partnership.”

(Sources: NRL, UFC, FOX Sports, Wires and X)

ESPN MMA. DJ has been looking for the right moves in his embattled career for a while. This may be it. A24 enjoyed a successful launch of 'The Iron Claw' in LA a few days ago. DJ wasn't there, at least not captured on film, but MJF, John Cena and CJ Perry aka "Lana" were.. Looking for a peg-on? A24 to collab with 7 Bucks? You sure?! Kerr is a legend and has been looking to have his story on the.big screen for the longest time.. Patience and timing.. Here's to the combat sports legends

FOX Sports
The Brain Can Only Take So Much

FOX and The Hound..USA vs Australia. Verbal fight game ala Ali (I am the greatest),.Sean Strickland (Dog.day afternoon), and you get the idea. Verbal warfare to help sell fights.If there's a genuine dislike in UFC/MMA, even better. High OH&S risks in combat sports. Mind over matter, and Colv don't mind!

Wrestling News

WWE @WWE SmackDown. December 15, 2023

"The Tribal Chief" Roman Reigns @WWERomanReigns to finally return. Family business and WWE business to attend to. Is Paul Heyman @HeymanHustle on high alter yet?

US title contender's tournament: Kevin Owens vs Austin Theory

US title contender's tournament: Grayson Waller vs mystery man from NXT @WWENXT

WWE YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/wwe

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Movie News

North American Box Office

1. The Boy and His Heron - $10.4 million

2. The Hunger Games: The Ballads of Songbirds & Snakes - $9.4 million

3. Godzilla Minus One - $8.3 million

4. Trolls Band Together - $6.2 million

5. Wish - $5.3 million

6. Renaissance: A Film By Beyonce - $5 million

7. Napolean - $4.2 million

8. Waitress: The Musical - $2.6 million

9. Animal - $2.3 million

10. The Shift - $2.2 million

Media Man Int

Movies
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Entertainment News
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Box Office
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Streaming News

Tubi Makes Late Play To Be 'Streamer Of The Year'

Fox’s advertising supported streamer Tubi @tubi strikes deal with Warner Bros. Discovery to stream DC movies including “The Batman,” “Suicide Squad,” “Black Adam,” “Wonder Woman” and “Aquaman,” in addition to as superhero themed series “Batwoman,” “Gotham” and “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman.”

The news comes at a not so great time for other streaming firms such as Netflix and don't even start us on embattled Disney, who parents and their offspring have been tuning out of in droves.

“Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn),” “Green Lantern” and “Wonder Woman 1984,” will also hit Tubi’s on-demand lineup in 2024.

Available as of Tuesday are “Batman,” “Batman Returns” and “Batman Forever,” as well as “Superman: The Movie” and “Superman II,” and TV series “Batwoman,” “Gotham” and “Krypton.”

Pro wrestling living legend John Cena of WWE and 'Peacemaker' fame is keen to do some more work and collaborations with DC into the new year now that that apparent communications "ban" between him and DC powers that be is no longer. What a business hey, hence showbiz! Hollywood er Hollyweird, never mind.

More Streaming News

FITE (soon to be Triller) is our 'Sports Streamer Of The Year', and BINGE wins 'Streaming Service Of The Year' (Australian region)

Sources: Variety, Wires, New Corp, Advanced Television, Digital TV Europe, Wikipedia and last but not least, X.

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Pro Wrestling

WWE
@WWE
WrestleMania
@WrestleMania
Fantasy Booking

Speculation Only

Dream Matches

Roman Reigns vs Cody Rhodes

Seth Rollins vs CM Punk

Brock Lesnar vs Gunther vs Randy Orton

Logan Paul vs Dragon Lee

Grayson Waller & Austin Theory vs Dominik Mysterio and Santos Escobar

Rhea Ripley vs Charlotte Flair vs Tiffany Stratton

Lexis King vs Trick Williams

Nia Jax vs Becky Lynch

and much more!

Dream Matches compilation by Media Man

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Wrestling News

WWE @WWE US Champion Logan Paul is substance and style, and gets the Jazz Treatment; Maverick trends Jazzy socials with extra Prime Buzz!

Our topic pick for WWE's 'MVP' and 'Break Out Star', 'Standout Out Of Year Year' et al Logan Paul @LoganPaul appears on Jazzy's YouTube!

"Just like Jazzy, Be yourself, do what you love, take the leap" LP

WWE is the perfect thing for everything that I love in life. The showmanship, the combat, the physical nature of it, the storytelling, the media. It’s everything that I love. You know, we’re doing part of it right now but in a second I get to go out there and I get to go beat some people up. I think it’s fun for me people seem to enjoy it and truthfully Jazzy I think at age 27 I found my calling. I gotta say I’m good at it. Jazzy you’re looking at the US champ, the best WWE has seen in a while so I’m gonna be at it for a minute.” - Logan Paul

"People your beefing with. Maybe you have more in common than you think". - LP.

Media Man Ed: Agree. We discovered this in the school yard and growing up in The School Of Hard Knocks, as well as in a few early entreprenial ventures such as washing cars, trucks and competing for TV spot in our formative years.

More LP golden nuggets...

"It's all challanging Jazzy, It's the hardest thing I've ever done, and I've done a lot of stuff".

"The comparison I like to use is in boxing right, I fought Floyd Mayweather, he's very good. But I was worried about one guy. One guy across from me - I was worried about Floyd Mayweather. In WWE, I'm worried about 18,000, 50,000, 70,000 people watching. It's my job, the company is paying me, to make sure that they're entertained. Right, these people are spending their money, and it's my job to make sure their having a good time, and its money well spent".. LP

Media Man: Absolutely loved this interview. Talk about a massive Win-Win-Win!

Jazzys World TV YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@JazzysWorldTV

Logan Paul talks about becoming a WWE Superstar, his brother Jake Paul, & his success as a Youtuber
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z778rA8Og4A&ab_channel=JazzysWorldTV

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Pro Wrestling

WWE @WWE RAW

CM Punk makes his brand decision tonight on Raw: WWE Now, Dec. 11, 2023
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvFTvgPYjp4&ab_channel=WWE

Will CM Punk sign with Raw?

Cody Rhodes vs Shinsuke Nakamura

Jey Uso vs Drew McIntyre

Maxxine Dupri vs Women's Champion Rhea Ripley

Confrontation: Becky Lynch and Nia Jax

Keep up to date on the live broadcast and via the WWE Official YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@WWE

Media Man: WWE remains on fire. Wouldn't mind seeing Punk stay a free agent ala that late Randy "Macho Man" Savage. Just keep that WWE contract watertight! Royal Rumble Season is here! Bring on some dream matches!

#WWERaw #CMPunk #CodyRhodes #ShinsukeNakamura #RoyalRumble #WrestleMania #JeyUso #DrewMcIntyre #BeckyLynch #NiaJax #RheaRipley #JudgementDay #prowrestling #wrestling #entertainment #showbiz #USANetwork #broadcast #broadcasting #trends #trending #buzz #media

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Pro Wrestling

WWE @WWE RAW

WWE Official YouTube highlights so far...

CM Punk’s whirlwind weekend: Raw highlights, Dec. 11, 2023
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfUMakdk_DA&ab_channel=WWE

CM Punk makes his brand decision tonight on Raw: WWE Now, Dec. 11, 2023
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvFTvgPYjp4&ab_channel=WWE

Drew McIntyre takes advantage of Jey Uso’s hesitation: Raw highlights, Dec. 11, 2023
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAhFo62hSc0&t=2s&ab_channel=WWE

Shinsuke Nakamura has been reborn: Raw highlights, Dec. 11, 2023
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuYXLvxH7d8&t=2s&ab_channel=WWE

Rhea Ripley dismantles Maxxine Dupri: Raw highlights, Dec. 11, 2023
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH9TypUC_A0&ab_channel=WWE

“Big” Bronson Reed and Ivar collide in a beefy battle: Raw highlights, Dec. 11, 2023
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8Edna8QdYc&ab_channel=WWE

The Creed Brothers and R-Truth brawl with The Judgment Day: Raw highlights, Dec. 11, 2023
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UNbsw4zXHc&ab_channel=WWE

Keep up to date on the live broadcast and via the WWE Official YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@WWE

Media Man: The CM Punk vs Seth Rollins feud has set the wrestling world on fire. Ripley vs Maxxine has a real edge to it, as did Lynch vs Jax. "Heat" in pro wrestling often leads to great matches and great payoffs for fans and promoters. The Creed Brothers are off the hook and a brilliant addition to Raw. Reed vs Ivar over-delivered again. The backstage footage is hitting the sweet spot. World class action, drama and production values. This is pro wrestling and sports entertainment at the highest level. Royal Rumble season has arrived. Michael Cole and Wade Barrett did a tremendous call of the action through the entire broadcast.

#WWERaw #CMPunk #CodyRhodes #ShinsukeNakamura #RoyalRumble #WrestleMania #JeyUso #DrewMcIntyre #BeckyLynch #NiaJax #RheaRipley #JudgementDay #CreedBros #BronsonReed #Ivar #prowrestling #wrestling #entertainment #showbiz #USANetwork #broadcast #broadcasting #trends #trending #buzz #media

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WWE YouTube highlights

CM Punk’s whirlwind weekend: Raw highlights, Dec. 11, 2023
https://youtube.com/watch?v=GfUMakdk_DA&ab_channel=WWE

CM Punk makes his brand decision tonight on Raw
WWE Now, Dec. 11, 2023
https://youtube.com/watch?v=AvFTvgPYjp4&ab_channel=WWW

#WWERaw #CMPunk #Trending #media

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'The Iron Claw'. Cena's got an iron grip on MJF. Different promoters this time around. Art may reflect life. Pumped to see this movie. Two Goats!

#TheIronClaw #IronClaw #MJF

"Can you do The Iron Claw"?

"Not as effective as The Von Erichs" John Cena @JohnCena

"Kevin did it on me. I asked him to do it. And I said No, I want pressure, and now I have an headache"

"Well, I mean. Ask for trouble, and trouble will find you right"! John Cena

#TheIronClaw #JohnCena #IronClaw #IronClawMovie

"Would you show me how to do The Iron Claw? I dunno if I'm strong enough, but. How do you do it?

"Well, it's a simple hold".. Kevin Von Erich

And you just squeze. Comon, you can squeze. Oh, not that much".

"Eww"!

#IronClaw #TheIronClaw

"How is this film unlike any role you've ever taken before"? Media

"Oh man Ah, jeeze, this movie's insane. I never dreamed I'd play a character like Kevin Von Erich. It feels really special man. I really don't know how to put it into words. I'm kind of emotion. I've got Kevin Von Erich here. John Cena's here"... Zac Efron

#IronClaw #TheIronClaw #TheIronClawmovie #IronClawMovie

Creativity is a phenomenon whereby something somehow new and somehow valuable is formed. The created item may be intangible (such as an idea, a scientific theory, a musical composition, or a joke) or a physical object (such as an invention, a printed literary work, or a painting).

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LinkedIn hits 1 billion users, eyes AI-driven future

Global networking platform LinkedIn has reached a major milestone, and recently hit one billion members. From the one billion professionals and 67 million companies on the platform, LinkedIn has distilled various labour market insights.

People skills remain paramount, while A.I continues to further infiltrate the internet including and a wide array of business sectors.

CoinDesk. NFT collectables. Collect them all! An instant classic. Could it be possible in a year or two there may be a Biden Jr or Se NFL collectable of the days theme? It's free to ask! Fair and balanced coverage.

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Sports News

UFC @UFC ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH NRL @NRL AS THE AUSSIE FOOTBALL CODE LAUNCHES VEGAS MISSION

December 14, 2023

Ultimate Fighting Championship Joins Forces With World's Premier Rugby League Competition

UFC announces strategic partnership with NRL as the Aussie football code launches Vegas mission

UFC Vice President, Head of International & Content Dave Shaw said the two organizations have enjoyed close ties over many years.

“There is a great link between our two sports, and I am excited about this partnership and the opportunities we have to grow together,” said Shaw.

“Since 2010, UFC has accomplished major milestones across Australia and New Zealand, delivering 20 events across most major cities, many of them record-breaking.

(Sources: NRL, UFC, FOX Sports, Wires and X)

Media Man says: Love it. A massive Win-Win-Win!

#NRL #NRLVegas #NRLLasVegas #UFC #UFCNRL #Rabbitohs #Broncos #SeaEagles #SydneyRoosters
#LawrenceEpstein #DaveShaw #ForrestGriffin #Volk #BamBam #RugbyLeague #sportsbusiness #sportspartnership #sportsmarketing #sportsmedia #sportsnews #win #winwinwin #LasVegas #Aussie #media #mediaman

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Quotes

"I can not respond to real-time events in the way Grok can." - ChatGPT
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“Is this what I was created for? To huddle under the blankets and stay warm?” - Marcus Aurelius #MarcusAurelius #quote #creation #philosophy #life #mindset #world #media #mediaman #mediaman

And remember that philosophy requires only the things which thy nature requires; but thou wouldst have something else which is not according to nature. - It may be objected, Why what is more agreeable than this which I am doing?- But is not this the very reason why pleasure deceives us? - Marcus Aurelius #MarcusAurelius #Aurelius #quote #philosophy #nature #life #mindset #world #mbs #mindbodyspirit #media #mediaman #mediamanint

LinkedIn hits 1 billion users, eyes AI-driven future

People skills remain paramount, while A.I continues to further infiltrate the internet including and a wide array of business sectors.

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Media Man Contender For 'Quote Of The Year'

“I hope they stop. Don’t advertise,” Elon Musk told interviewer Andrew Ross Sorkin.

“If somebody is going to try to blackmail me with advertising, blackmail me with money, go fuck yourself. Go fuck yourself. Is that clear? I hope it is.” Directed at Disney CEO Bob Iger, who discussed not wanting Disney to be affiliated with Musk while onstage earlier in the day. “Hey Bob, if you’re in the audience.”

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Can movie theatres and online streaming live side by side?

It’s been a tough time for movie theatres around the world with a number of factors contributing to the decline in the number of people heading to the cinema to watch movies. In a world that is embracing digital technologies, the movie industry is in danger of getting left behind unless they quickly embrace the technologies available that will get people excited to return to movie theatres and get the enjoyment of the cinema experience once again.

The rise of the video game industry

Whilst there are plenty of factors that are influencing people’s decision to visit the cinema, there is no doubt that the rapid rise of the online video game industry is a large contributing factor. People are starting to look elsewhere for their entertainment and online video gaming provides a lower-cost alternative to a trip to the cinema.

A report by MarketWatch in 2020 found that the video game industry is now bigger than the sports and movie industry combined. Just take a minute to digest that. Bigger than movies and sports - that’s big.

The news outlet reported that global video game revenue is expected to increase 20% in 2020, making $179.7 billion, according to data from IDC.

The biggest gain is expected to come from mobile gaming, according to the news outlet, which is expected to surge 24% to $87.7 billion. Part of this is due to China recently lifting a ban on gaming consoles.

Game console revenue is expected to soar to $52.5 billion this year, while PC and Mac games are expected to make $39.5 billion.

In their most recent report, MarketWatch reported that whilst overall revenue was expected to grow by 11% in 2021 to $251.39 billion, the forecast for 2022 is just a 2% growth and a flattening out of that rapid growth over the past two years.

Is this a potential opportunity for cinemas to reclaim some of that lost audience share?

Early signs look good for cinemas in 2022

If the latest movie releases in 2022 are anything to go by, it looks as though the movie theatre industry is not ready to give up just yet. Spider-Man: No Way Home became the biggest grossing movie of the past two years, grossing over $US1 billion ($1.38b) in the first two weekends. It is the second-fastest film ever to reach the $1 billion mark and suggests that this could be a big year for cinema-goers.

Following in its footsteps is another 2022 release, The Matrix Resurrections, a movie that grossed $US12 million in its opening weekend.

Whilst this is a great start to the New Year for movie theatres around the world, it remains to be seen whether this is a trend that continues throughout the year. With a number of high profile movies due for release in 2022, this could be a time for cinemas to really cash in.

The impact of streaming and long-form content

It is unlikely that cinemas will have it all their own way in 2022. Whilst it is great to see people returning to movie theatres to watch the latest releases on the big screen, there is no question that home viewing is here to stay.

As more studios and media distributors are developing their own direct-to-consumer streaming services, this starts to eat into the revenue of major studios.

Studios derive almost half of their revenues from theatrical releases. Although the average number of movie tickets purchased by Americans each year has declined from 4.2 in 2009 to 3.4 in 2019 (Source: Deloitte), studio revenues are driven more by box office tickets now than they were 20 years ago.

Streaming is having the biggest impact on people going to the movies. As televisions have improved, where you can now watch movies at home in 4K high-definition on screens with sizes up to 100”, with surround sound, people have become more willing to wait for the latest release movies to become available on streaming services including Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, and Stan.

Another major impact on the cinema industry is the consumer switch to long-form content in the form of series. Many people feel there is more depth to a series that contains anywhere from six episodes upwards. Game of Thrones was one of the groundbreaking series to really capture the audience’s attention, however, there are so many amazing series now that it is becoming more difficult for movies to compete with the depth and the character development that a series can bring.

Huge series like Breaking Bad, The Sopranos and more recently, Succession, have really captured the attention of audiences around the world and this is something movie producers need to consider.

The entertainment factor

It’s not just video games and streaming that are competing for people’s attention. Another industry embracing technology is the online casino and betting sector. Here, we have seen huge advancements in the way people are able to game online. One company leading the way in the sector is Betway, “Developed by our exceptionally talented people, Betway creates market-leading, cutting-edge interactive gaming experiences. We bring people closer to the action – putting them at the centre, making them feel a part of it.”

From the introduction of in-game betting to the development of new and exciting interactive games, these online gaming sites are leading the way when it comes to embracing new technologies that can lead to better experiences for customers.

The movie industry is at a real crossroads. With competition coming from every direction within the entertainment industry, studios and distributors need to find a way to either a) get more people back into movie theatres or b) look at alternative ways to ensure that movies can compete with online gaming, live sports streaming and online casinos for a share of customer eyeballs.