Category Archives: Media

12Jan/26

Gen Z : Social Media to Pew

January 12, 2026MediaAlex Jarmus, Church attendance, Emily Torres, France, Generation Z, Gregorian, Internet culture, Jesus, John, Jonathan Roumie, Jordan Peterson, Matt Fradd, Millennials, Robert Barron, Spyridon Bailey, Stuart Clif, TikTok, United Kingdomadmin

Jan . 11, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Researchers are noticing a “Quiet Revival” among Gen Z. While overall numbers for “religious unaffiliation” remain high, the young people who are religious are attending church with much higher frequency and intentionality than previous generations did at their age. While overall numbers for “religious unaffiliation” remain high, the young people who are religious are attending church with much higher frequency and intentionality than previous generations did at their age. Continue reading →

02Jan/26

AI-Driven Aerial Symphony: 11,787 Drones Use Intelligent Control to Shatter World Record in Chongqin

January 2, 2026MediaAvionics, China, Chongqing, Damoda, Drone, Drone art, guinness world records, Intelligent Control Technology Co., Intelligent Control Technology Co., Ltd., Light art, LTD., Multi-robot systems, Unmanned aerial vehicle, Unmanned aerial vehicles, Wirelessadmin

Jan. 2, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — In June 2025, two Chinese organizations collaborated to produce a monumental light show in Chongqing that officially secured a Guinness World Record. Utilizing a fleet of 11,787 drones, the performance established a new benchmark for the largest aerial image ever created by multirotor aircraft. The event served as a celebration of the city’s 28th anniversary as a municipality while showcasing local advancements in low-altitude technology and tourism. Observers witnessed a series of massive glowing illustrations, including landscapes, animals, and human figures, that spanned the night sky. The sheer magnitude of the operation required multiple adjudicators to verify the achievement on-site. This spectacle highlighted the growing intersection of digital innovation and public art on an unprecedented scale. Continue reading →

26Dec/25

Preferred Sources in The AI Era

December 26, 2025Media.google, AI Overviews, Alphabet Inc., Artificial intelligence, Comparison of user features of messaging platforms, Gemini, Google Search, India, Internet search engines, NotebookLM, Search engine optimization, Search engine results page, Twitteradmin

Dec. 25, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Google is introducing new search features and global partnerships to better connect users with digital content in the artificial intelligence era. A primary update is the global rollout of Preferred Sources, which allows individuals to prioritise their favourite news outlets and websites within their search results. The company is also enhancing its AI interfaces by adding more direct links and descriptive context to help people explore the web more effectively. Additionally, Google is launching collaborative pilot programs with major international publishers to test AI-powered summaries and real-time data integration. These initiatives aim to foster deeper engagement between readers and creators while providing more personalised browsing experiences. Together, these advancements represent a significant shift in how information is discovered and consumed across the broader ecosystem. Continue reading →

10Dec/25

Social media, not gaming, tied to rising attention problems in teens, new study finds

December 10, 2025MediaAmphetamine, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Attention disorders, Attention span, Australia, Creative Commons, dopamine, Karolinska Institutet, Kleber, Methylphenidate, Samson Nivins, SNAPCHAT, Torkel Klingberg, United States, Womenadmin

Torkel Klingberg, Karolinska Institutet and Samson Nivins, Karolinska Institutet

The digital revolution has become a vast, unplanned experiment – and children are its most exposed participants. As ADHD diagnoses rise around the world, a key question has emerged: could the growing use of digital devices be playing a role?

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01Dec/25

World Finance: AI, Geopolitics, and Financial Award Winners

December 1, 2025MediaAltman, Artificial intelligence, Economic bubble, Financial regulation, Greece, Money laundering, OpenAI, Sam Altmanadmin

World News Media announced the release of the World Finance Winter 2025–26 edition. The central focus of the new magazine issue is the state of global financial markets, particularly examining the instability caused by rapid technological change and shifting geopolitical dynamics. A prominent feature focuses on the unparalleled impact of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on the artificial intelligence sector, addressing concerns around ethics and investment bubbles. Further comprehensive reports analyse topics such as the record surge in gold prices, the new EU agency established to combat money laundering (AMLA), and the lengthy path of economic recovery for Greece. The text concludes by listing the multiple categories of World Finance awards presented in this edition, celebrating achievement across digital banking, investment management, and sustainable finance. Continue reading

29Nov/25

Black Lotus Ventures: The AI-Powered Viral Engine

November 29, 2025MediaApplications of artificial intelligence, Artificial intelligence, Artificial intelligence in India, Atlanta, Black Lotus Ventures, Computational neuroscience, Cybernetics, Data scienceadmin

Black Lotus Ventures, an Atlanta-based AI studio, outlines the successful use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for content automation and marketing execution. The firm detailed a case study where they transformed an obscure exercise device into a viral product, generating $3.5 million in revenue and over 100 million views in just eight months. This success was achieved through a strategic “Hybrid-AI” framework built upon four central pillars, which included using machine learning for market research and deploying AI avatars to scale user-generated content. A key result highlighted was a single AI-designed video that quickly generated $800,000 in revenue in a 30-day period. Founded by a former Meta product manager, the company suggests this methodology represents a new wave of marketing where AI solutions are used to amplify human ingenuity at scale, offering proven commercial viability across market segments. Continue reading

23Nov/25

Video Strategy for Future News Formats

November 23, 2025MediaFacebook Reels, Instagram, Internet culture, John Burn-Murdoch, Mobile applications, Native video, Pulse Africa, Short-form content, Social media, TikTok, Video hosting, Video software, wan-ifra, YouTubeadmin

Nov. 23, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The “Future Formats Accelerator 2025”, specifically focuses onThe “”Scroll-Stopping Stories: How to break through with videos” event hosted by FT Strategies and the Google News Initiative. The core subject is the necessity for news publishers to adopt video content, both short-form and long-form, to effectively reach younger audiences, particularly Gen Z, who increasingly rely on platforms like TikTok and YouTube for news. Continue reading →

17Nov/25

Monetizing Next-Gen News Formats and Experimentation

November 17, 2025Media.google, Business models, Digital display advertising, Digital media, Live streaming, New media, Paywall, Spotify, Twitch, User-generated content, Video game culture, Video hosting, YouTubeadmin

Nov. 17, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The GNI Future Formats Accelerator 2025 focuses on “Supporting Long-Term Success” with a masterclass titled “From Reach to Revenue: Monetising Next-Gen News Formats.” A key section addresses the challenges and opportunities in monetising Gen Z audiences, highlighting their preference for trustworthy, flexible, and visually driven content, and their willingness to pay for news that aligns with their identity. The documents explore three primary monetisation methods: direct monetisation (including student discounts and tiered offerings like those from The Economist), on-platform monetisation (using platforms such as YouTube and Apple Podcasts), and sponsored content. Continue reading →

31Oct/25

The Near-Term Evolution of Video Buying

October 31, 2025Media.google, Analytics, Digital marketing, Harry Crane, Internet of things, Media buying, Online advertising, Smart TV, Television technology, TV advertising platform, United States, Video on demandadmin

Oct. 31, 2025 /Mpelembe Mdia/ — A June 2025 report commissioned by Google that examines the near-term evolution of video buying within media agencies. The report argues that the function of TV/Video buying is becoming increasingly complex, driven by evolving definitions of “TV,” the rise of digital and connected TV (CTV), and marketers’ growing demands for customisation, flexibility, and performance-based outcomes. Continue reading →

26Oct/25

BizClik’s October 2025 Sustainability Portfolio Release

October 26, 2025MediaChief sustainability officer, Environmentalism, IBM, PepsiCo, Schneider Electric, Sustainabilityadmin

This digital magazine focuses on timely insights for senior executives in sustainability, energy, climate tech, and ESG, highlighting the latest trends and best practices. Key content includes a cover feature interview with the Chief Sustainability Officer of Schneider Electric, articles on Radisson’s net-zero hotels, coverage of the Sustainability LIVE: Climate Week NYC event, and company spotlights on major corporations like IBM and PepsiCo. Continue reading