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'They laughed us out of the room': In 2000, Netflix founders wanted to sell the company to Blockbuster for $50 million. Today, it is worth hundreds of billions of dollarsIn the year 2000, Blockbuster famously spurned a $50 million deal from Netflix, a fledgling company struggling for survival. Fast forward t...- In 1969, Robert Redford bought 5,000 acres in Utah to protect wilderness. 57 years later, 3,343 acres remain protected from development at Sundance Mountain Resort todayRobert Redford’s connection to Utah’s wilderness began with a motorcycle trip and grew into the creation of Sundance Mountain Resort and a ...
- Apple's $1,999 foldable iPhone dazzles at launch, but who is it really for?Apple launched its new foldable iPhone Duo with a premium price tag. Analysts question its broad appeal beyond wealthy tech enthusiasts and...
- Quote of the day by Brie Larson: 'Maybe you're not perfect, but you're willing to actually look at yourself and take some kind of accountability. That's a change.'Brie Larson emphasizes that true growth requires an openness to introspection and a commitment to taking responsibility. She reshapes the i...
- Stars display their ‘non-fiction’ side as streamers turn celebrity personas into show IPsThe Indian entertainment industry is witnessing a surge in celebrities curating non-fiction series that revolve around their public identit...
- Quote of the day by Ashton Kutcher: "When I was 13, I had my first..." — Inspiring life lesson from a timeless quote on hard work, perseverance, humility, career growth and why ordinary jobs can shape the path to unexpected success, by the actor and entrepreneur known for That ’70s ShowQuote of the day by Ashton Kutcher, “When I was 13, I had my first job with my dad...” focuses on the value of hard work and starting small...
- Block deals test valuations; gig platforms quit welfare boardHappy Friday! Block deals are putting startups’ private valuations to the test. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
- Netflix, IICT announce scholarships for 100 creative professionalsIICT and Netflix are offering scholarships for 100 students and professionals. These scholarships provide financial support for creative te...
- Billionaire investor Bill Ackman and his wife donate $400 million for brain research after their 26-year-old daughter suffers massive brain haemorrhage spending weeks in comaBillionaire Bill Ackman and wife Neri Oxman have pledged $400 million to launch the Ackman Oxman Institute, a brain research and rehabilita...
- Gwyneth Paltrow's latest 'boyfriend breakfast' is besan chilla with pudina chutney amid Sam Altman dinner party buzz'Iron Man' star Gwyneth Paltrow has shared her latest breakfast routine featuring Indian besan chilla, eggs and pudina chutney, amid buzz a...
- Microdramas boom in a shrinking Hollywood as studios chase a TikTok audienceMicrodramas are reshaping the Hollywood landscape by delivering concise, captivating episodes that resonate with audiences. This innovative...
- End dependence days: What India should and should not buildCurrent government procurement policies can obstruct innovation, often favouring established firms. Furthermore, major Indian corporations ...
- Five new K-dramas to watch this week on OTT starring Kang Hoon, Ha Young, Ahn Bo-hyun: My Bias, My Boss to Our Sticky Love to Flex X Cop Season 2With romance, comedy, crime and mystery all making their way to OTT this week, there is plenty to choose from. Whether you want a light off...
- 'There could be no Netflix globally without India': Ted Sarandos on growth, cricket and AIIndia represents a crucial market for Netflix's future global expansion and growth. The company sees enormous potential for subscriber addi...
- Sarvam raises $75 million; Ather trims losses in Q1AI startup Sarvam will raise $75 million as part of a larger funding round. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
- Spider-Man: Brand New Day helps pave the way for Marvel Studios to come back into the game in IndiaSpider-Man: Brand New Day achieved the highest Hollywood opening in India. The film's impressive first-day collection signals Marvel Studio...
- Amazon's Bezos pushes Prime Video redesign focused on AIJeff Bezos is pushing Prime Video's overhaul to highlight Amazon's AI. The project, known as Lighthouse, aims to showcase AI for millions o...
- Why boards are betting on unconventional CEOsCorporate boards increasingly seek leaders with unconventional backgrounds for innovation. Kunal Shah's appointment at WhatsApp reflects th...
- Zohran Mamdani's new NYC Click-to-Cancel rule could change how you quit Netflix, Amazon, Disney+ and gym subscriptionsNYC Click-to-Cancel rule: New York City will soon implement a click-to-cancel rule for subscriptions. This regulation requires companies to...
- TCS Q1 profit rises; Nandan Nilekani's biggest VC betTCS kicked off FY27 with growth in revenue and profit. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
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