Global Scans · Media & Entertainment · Weekly Summary

• [New] Generative Video Goes Mainstream Generative AI is revolutionizing film and TV production by drastically reducing time and cost, with 2026 expected to see widespread adoption in mainstream entertainment, including big-budget Hollywood productions. Mimir's Well
• [New] The AI-driven media industry is projected to grow by 35% annually through 2030. Brisk Tech Solutions
• [New] AI-generated movies and music are expected to contribute $10 billion to the entertainment industry by 2027. Brisk Tech Solutions
• [New] By 2026, decentralized social media will grow and gain more recognition, but it is still early in adoption. Passive Secrets
• [New] In 2026, expect generative AI in entertainment to become mainstream as we see it powering more big-budget TV shows and Hollywood extravaganzas. Forbes
• [New] Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals will blur with entertainment: we might see live shopping streams where influencers demo products (TikTok Shop and Instagram Live sales are increasingly normalised). Favoured.
• [New] SEGG Media, a public company, plans a $300 million digital asset initiative, with an initial emphasis on Bitcoin. Crypto Briefing
• [New] Starting in 2026, Netflix will stream podcasts from Spotify, covering sports, culture, entertainment, and true crime - a sign of how audio storytelling continues to grow and evolve. ONEST Network
• [New] AI and video are reshaping media as creators become studios and brands act like creators, driving the creator economy to 1.1 billion people by 2032. Forbes
• [New] Rear-seat entertainment will become Netflix-class, with gaming-level streaming and even augmented-reality road tour overlays for passengers during long trips. NorthPennNow
• Venture capital firms like Atomico see the rise of AI media startups as a long-term opportunity to democratize storytelling and empower smaller creators to compete globally. Tekedia
• In 2025, multiple platforms entertainment throughout social media, computer games, and entertainment will generate enormous worlds that resemble Marvel's multiverse. Milanavjc
• Social media platform X will soon introduce an updated recommendation algorithm fully driven by artificial intelligence. Medium
• By 2025, NFTs will shift from being primarily about speculation to enabling transferable, authenticated ownership across entertainment, commerce, and digital spaces. Host Merchant Services
• Social media platforms like Crypto Twitter and Reddit are abuzz with discussions surrounding AI-powered trading bots, decentralized AI networks, and the potential for AI agents to revolutionize automation within Web3. FinancialContent
• AI could provide Google immediate access to a platform already embedded in high-profile media markets, bolstering its presence in the $2.5 billion digital influence sector. Ainvest
• The future of online advertising is changing faster than the latest social media trend, and between 2026 and 2030, big shifts are on the way. Spot N Designs
• For large, proactive broadcasters like Sinclair Broadcast Group, Nexstar Media Group, and Gray Television, the increased operational flexibility and potential for new data-centric business models are significant boons. Sweetwater Reporter
• Social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit are abuzz with discussions about the transformative potential of AI agents, decentralized AI networks, and AI-enhanced security. FinancialContent

Last updated: 03 November 2025