I grew up watching my beloved Baltimore teams on a network branded “Home Team Sports.” It was a regional sports network (RSN). Throughout the years, the business and brand changed hands multiple times. Ironically, the brand is now owned by my company, Playfly Sports. This wasn’t a coincidental acquisition; it …
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Let’s get some introductory definitions: what is a non-fungible token and how can it be used in publishing? To understand this electrifying, rich topic, you must know or learn the basics of blockchain technology. One must grasp the meanings of cryptography, make use of cryptocurrencies and open a cryptocurrency wallet. …
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Picture this: The year is 1972, and you and your band are enraptured by the latest releases from the Rolling Stones, Lou Reed and David Bowie — records that would go on to be immortalized and revered for generations. It’s time to take your place among these musical greats; you’re …
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As Americans, many of us love our sporting events. While it may be more budget-friendly to watch the games from the comfort of our couch, many of us are spending time, money and energy to physically go and see sporting events in person. This love of sports is evident through …
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“Fire Doc. Fire Doc” It was Wednesday, April 18, 2007. 19,580 people were at TD Garden chanting, “Fire Doc. Fire Doc.” The Boston Celtics, a once-storied franchise, had a run of bad luck. They finished the season with one of the worst records in the NBA — a dismal 24-58. …
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“Innovation” is one of those buzzwords that gets thrown around a lot in the business world, but what does it actually mean, and why is it important to us? Innovation is about developing something new, whether that’s something new to your business or the world at large — it’s a …
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Close your eyes and picture the puppet masters of live entertainment. I bet you’re imagining corporate gargoyles in glass towers, not Joe/Jane Fan in the nosebleed seats. But what if we gave those gargoyles a run for their money? There’s a seismic shift rumbling in the belly of live entertainment. …
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Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have emerged and are having a dramatic effect on the entertainment sector. The creation, distribution and consumption of works of art, films and collectibles have all been profoundly impacted by the advent of these one-of-a-kind digital assets. NFTs are changing the entertainment industry in many ways, including …
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The fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and creative skills opens doors to extraordinary possibilities. However, this remains a largely untapped resource due to the widespread practice of adopting the wrong approach to incorporating AI into professional workflows. In this article, we’ll delve into practical ways to effectively leverage AI in …
Read More »What the Fifth Beatle Can Teach Your Brand About Failure, Reinvention and Success
Few tales in music history are as intriguing as that of “The Fifth Beatle,” Pete Best, the legendary group’s original drummer. Don’t Let Me Down: How Best Proved Himself to the World Did you get dropped for a business idea that would go on to achieve huge fame? You are …
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