Mobile Spending Patterns Are Changing — AI Is a Big Part of It
I came across a telling trend in mobile app spending for 2025. For the first time, consumer spending on non-gaming mobile apps surpassed games, driven strongly by the adoption of AI-enabled applications. According to TechCrunch, this marks a structural shift in how people value and pay for mobile experiences. Key Highlights Historically, mobile games have dominated app […]
Instagram Edit app has a new competitor, soon
“Instagram Edit app has a new competitor, soon.” That’s the shift we’re seeing as YouTube prepares to let creators generate Shorts using their own AI likeness. According to TechCrunch, YouTube is rolling out a feature that uses generative AI and creator assets to help produce short-form videos automatically. Key highlights This new capability allows creators to bring their on-platform presence into […]
Youtube +Shorts -LongForm
Across 500+ channels studied, average long-form views reportedly fell from around 150,000 to about 60,000 per upload. Even more striking, some of the top 100 YouTubers saw roughly a 50% drop in views within a single week. Homepage real estate tells the same story. Long-form slots reportedly shrank from around ten in 2024 to just […]
Google brings PI with AI
Google is evolving search in a way that goes beyond keywords and generic results. The company has expanded a feature called Personal Intelligence into AI Mode in Search, enabling Google’s AI to tap into your own data — with your permission — to deliver answers that are more relevant to your life and context. Key highlights Personal Intelligence […]
Understanding Modern Social Strategy
I recently came across a deep dive on Modern Animal’s social strategy, and it’s a great example of how brands can succeed by focusing less on algorithm hacks and more on audience psychology. What stands out immediately is this: Modern Animal doesn’t chase every trend. Instead, they build social content with consistency, clarity, and a distinct brand […]
Moltbook – A Social Network Where Only AI Bots Talk to Each Other
I recently read about Moltbook, a social network designed not for humans, but for AI agents to interact with one another. Think of it as Reddit for bots. At first glance, it sounds like a sci-fi headline, but it’s actually a live experiment in how autonomous AI behaves when left to communicate among itself. Key Highlights […]
Apple Is Signaling Its Next AI Moves
I’m seeing stronger signals that Apple is preparing its next big AI-led push. Recent comments from Tim Cook point to new product categories and services powered by AI, with two areas standing out. Key Highlights First, Apple’s smart glasses are rumored to be unveiled this year. While details are limited, the expectation is clear: AI […]
Why the Foreign ESOP Amnesty Window Matters More Than It Seems
I came across a policy update that’s easy to ignore but highly relevant for young professionals and students with global career plans. The government has proposed a one-time disclosure window for foreign income and assets, including ESOPs. The goal is to encourage voluntary disclosure with low cost and no prosecution. key Highlights This six-month window […]
The MAU of AI in 2026
The race for AI users has a clear new milestone. Google Gemini has officially surpassed 750 million monthly active users, marking rapid growth in a crowded and competitive AI landscape. What makes this noteworthy is not just the number itself, but how quickly Gemini has scaled—up from roughly 650 million users just last quarter. Key […]
Breaking down a Super Bowl Ad
There’s a long-standing belief in marketing that Super Bowl ads are too expensive to justify. But a recent tweet from Zacharia Reitano, co-founder and CEO of Ro, reframes this narrative by walking through the real economics of placing an ad during the game. Key highlights A 30-second spot during the Super Bowl still costs millions of dollars, with estimates […]