entertainment

Entertainment is a form of activity that holds the attention and interest of an audience or gives pleasure and delight. It can be an idea or a task, but is more likely to be one of the activities or events that have developed over thousands of years specifically for the purpose of keeping an audience's attention.

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Consumers Face ‘Funflation’ as Live Event Prices Surge
Consumers Face ‘Funflation’ as Live Event Prices Surge
October 17, 2023  |  Economy

For many Americans, having fun has apparently become a source of financial stress. As The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Tuesday (Oct. 17), ticket prices for concerts,...

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Spotify Unveils Hub to Let Fans Buy Artist Merchandise
Spotify Unveils Hub to Let Fans Buy Artist Merchandise
October 16, 2023  |  Social Commerce

Spotify said it doesn’t want music fans to have to wait for new artist merchandise. The streaming audio platform announced Monday (Oct. 16) that it was adding...

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Netflix Announces Plans to Open ‘Netflix House’ Retail Stores
Netflix Announces Plans to Open ‘Netflix House’ Retail Stores
October 13, 2023  |  Retail

Netflix, the popular streaming TV service, has announced its plans to open retail stores called “Netflix House” in 2025. These stores will offer fans the...

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Veeps Launches All-Access Concert Subscription as Streaming Finds New Niches
Veeps Launches All-Access Concert Subscription as Streaming Finds New Niches
October 05, 2023  |  Streaming

As more types of media become streamable, Live Nation-owned livestream concert platform Veeps is launching an all-access subscription. The streaming company announced Tuesday (Oct. 3)...

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A Third of Consumers Want to Shop the Show
A Third of Consumers Want to Shop the Show
October 02, 2023  |  Connected Economy

In today’s fast-paced world, consumers are increasingly seeking connected buying experiences that allow them to multitask and seamlessly make purchases. PYMNTS’ data confirms that to be the...

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Report: Disney+ Canadian Subscriber Agreement Reveals Crackdown on Account Sharing
Report: Disney+ Canadian Subscriber Agreement Reveals Crackdown on Account Sharing
September 27, 2023  |  Subscription Commerce

The Walt Disney Co. has reportedly begun taking steps to restrict account sharing on its Disney+ streaming platform. The subscriber agreement for the upcoming launch of...

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How Transparency and High Earners Power a $96-Billion Subscription Industry 
How Transparency and High Earners Power a $96-Billion Subscription Industry 
September 26, 2023  |  Subscription Commerce

In 2022, the subscription eCommerce market was valued at $96.61 billion, according to ReportLinker. As consumers increasingly embrace subscriptions, the sector is projected to be...

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Zebra Debuts Multi-Industry Mobile Payment Tool
Zebra Debuts Multi-Industry Mobile Payment Tool
September 19, 2023  |  Mobile Payments

Zebra Technologies has debuted a mobile payment solution for several different industries. The tool is designed for the retail, hospitality, entertainment, field mobility and logistics...

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Goldman Sachs Creates Unit for Wealthy Clients to Invest in Sports Teams
Goldman Sachs Creates Unit for Wealthy Clients to Invest in Sports Teams
September 15, 2023  |  Banking

Goldman Sachs has reportedly created a “sports franchise” unit within its investment banking division. The new unit aims to provide wealthy clients with the opportunity...

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