HT @dianamurphyster Discover how Gen Z blends experiences across virtual and offline worlds and how brands can build meaningful interactions in this fascinating environment. “Despite the knowledge gap, brands should be paying attention because one thing is clear –– money’s being spent in the metaverse”
The company Meta, formerly called Facebook, aims to release its first true pair of augmented reality glasses in 2024, along with a futuristic wrist device for controlling them.
Google is updating its cookie banners in Europe, giving users the option to reject all tracking cookies with a single click. Google was previously fined by French watchdog CNIL for steering users away from rejecting cookies.
The Roku Channel started off as a licensed third-party content hub. But now, the channel’s courting original content to drive engagement and monetization.
There is a battle brewing and traditional podcasters are not going to like it. By the end of the year, it’s going to be essential that podcasters are creating proper video versions of their shows.
Coinbase Global Inc.’s marketplace for nonfungible tokens is finally here in what could be key to reviving the crypto exchange’s growth prospects a year after its fizzling public debut.
ICYMI PEN America has issued a statement in response to a new bill passed by the Kentucky Legislature, Senate Bill 167, which would, in effect, politicize county library boards, allowing county executives to reject recommended appointees and take control of the boards through political appointees. The bill becomes law in January 2023.
RT @womenjournos Join NLGJA: the Association of LGBTQ Journalists and the Journalism and Women’s Symposium (JAWS) on Wednesday, May 4 at 7 p.m. ET for A Conversation on Entrepreneurial and Multi Platform Journalism.
MT @LatinxKidLitBF The 2022 Latinx Kidlit Book Festival will bring you another year of spotlights on Latinx books & creators! Educational fun so you can celebrate diverse #kidlit in the classroom. Join us Oct. 13-14, during Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month for #LKBF22
RT @Goodable The Brooklyn Public Library has announced that any teenager in America is now eligible for a Brooklyn Public Library card. Teens can sign out ebooks + audiobooks from wherever they live. The move is designed to combat censorship, with some titles listed as “always available.”
In response to the surge in book-banning efforts across the country, the Authors Guild has teamed with the book club app Fable to launch the virtual monthly Banned Books Club.
We Need Diverse Books has launched an initiative to provide teachers and librarians with $2,000 grants earmarked for purchases of banned books, author visits to schools, and other actions in support of books.
Applications open for Firelight Media’s Documentary Lab on Monday, 5/2, and close on 6/13. The 18-month program provides emerging non-fiction filmmakers of color with a $25,000 grant and mentorship, workshops, and networking opportunities.
RT @miralsattar My daughter and I worked on an inventions journals for kids together. She’s 8, she designed the cover & interior. We are going to donate the royalties to help refugee families when anyone buys within the next ten days of Ramadan
Attention Writers, Editors, and Agents: It’s this week! Don’t miss this event!! * Tell your friends - free for @WMG_NYC members, only $15 for non-members. * 4/27 at noon ET. Master Agent, CAA’s Mollie Glick (in convo w/ Christine Pride). Mollie will be sharing:
* The best advice for #authors crafting their pitch
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