Evening Cable News Ratings for Wednesday, May 28: MSNBC Leading in Key Demo
The Weeknight is concluding its first month on air and has become MSNBC's leading show in the important demographic during weeknight cable news ratings for May 28.
Tuesday, May 27 Cable News Ratings: Jake Tapper Tops CNN in A25-54 Viewers
Jake Tapper was the top CNN anchor in the A25-54 demographic on May 27. However, MSNBC surpassed CNN in the same demographic during total day and primetime, highlighting competitive cable news ratings on that day.
Exploring the Rise of VC Continuation Funds in the Secondary Venture Market
Venture capital firms are increasingly using continuation funds, a private equity liquidity strategy, amid slow exit markets. Experts from Sidley Austin discuss the secondary market's growth in venture capital.
Meta's Relaxed Content Policies Lead to Fewer Mistaken Takedowns
Meta's decision to loosen its content enforcement policies on Facebook and Instagram has resulted in fewer erroneous takedowns of content. Importantly, this change did not lead to a significant increase in harmful content exposure for users, suggesting a more balanced approach to content moderation.
Elon Musk Announces Departure from Political Involvement
Elon Musk is distancing himself from politics as his term as a Special Government Employee ends. Previously involved with President Trump and political dealings, Musk states he spent too much time on political matters and is now stepping back, although some doubts about his exit remain.
Life360 Enhances Integration with Tile Trackers for Seamless Family Safety
Life360 has integrated Tile's Bluetooth trackers fully into its app, allowing setup and management without the Tile app. New features like push notifications and location history are now exclusive to Life360. The app combines family safety, real-time location tracking, crash detection, and roadside assistance. Life360 reorganized its paid plans, adding features like SOS Alerts to the Silver tier. Data sharing with analytics partners continues under privacy guidelines.
Netflix Announces 'The Altruists' Series on the FTX Scandal Starring Anthony Boyle and Julia Garner
Netflix is producing an eight-episode series 'The Altruists' about the FTX scandal, featuring Anthony Boyle and Julia Garner. The show will depict how Sam Bankman-Fried and Caroline Ellison orchestrated a massive cryptocurrency fraud, exploring their ambitious rise and legal repercussions.
Tesla's Robotaxi Launch in Austin: What We Know and What Remains Unclear
Tesla’s robotaxi service is set to launch soon in Austin with limited vehicles and invite-only access. Despite CEO Elon Musk’s claims of successful driverless tests, details about safety and operation remain vague. Tesla's approach differs from competitors like Waymo, raising concerns about transparency and public trust. Regulatory scrutiny and the company’s damaged reputation add further challenges to the service’s success.
Evening Cable News Ratings for Monday, May 26: Memorial Day Schedule Dominated by Repeats
On Memorial Day, cable news ratings showed repeats dominating the schedule, with MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell leading the 6 p.m. slot on May 26.
How to Secure a Nintendo Switch 2 Console on Launch Day
The Nintendo Switch 2 preorder launch faced high demand and limited stock at major retailers, with consoles available in a standard version and a Mario Kart World bundle. Interested buyers should register accounts, use retailer apps, and monitor notifications to improve chances of purchase. Nintendo offers reservation invites through its My Nintendo Store but delivery by launch day on June 5th isn't guaranteed. Several retailers will have limited inventory online and in-store on release day.
Sunday, May 25 Evening Cable News Ratings: Trey Gowdy Tops Fox Viewership
On Sunday, May 25 evening cable news ratings, Trey Gowdy secured the highest number of viewers on Fox, outperforming Life, Liberty & Levin in total audience count.
Fox News Surpasses 1 Million Primetime Viewers on Holiday Weekend, CNN Leads in Network Ratings
On May 24, Fox News broke 1 million primetime viewers on a holiday weekend. Meanwhile, MSNBC's Rachel Maddow and CNN Newsroom led their network ratings, indicating robust cable news viewership.
David Leavy Rejoins Warner Bros. Discovery After Two Years at CNN
David Leavy has made a career move returning to Warner Bros. Discovery after a two-year tenure at CNN, marking a notable personnel change in the media industry.
CNN Leads Cable News in Viewership During Memorial Day Week
In the week of May 19, cable news viewership was affected by Memorial Day, leading to decreased audiences on most networks. CNN stood out as the only cable news network to experience gains in viewership during this period.
David Wurtzel Appointed General Manager of KGO in San Francisco
David Wurtzel, a veteran of The Walt Disney Company with almost two decades of experience, has been appointed the General Manager of KGO, a prominent station in San Francisco.
Best Buy Lowers Forecast Despite Strong Q1 Performance
Best Buy has reported positive financial results for the first quarter but has decided to cut its future outlook. The company is proactively scenario planning to assess the impact of tariffs, indicating cautiousness about upcoming economic conditions.
EA Shuts Down Black Panther Game Project and Cliffhanger Games Studio
EA has canceled its Black Panther game and shut down the Cliffhanger Games studio responsible for its development. This move is part of broader layoffs and changes within EA, including a return-to-office mandate. Despite this, Black Panther will still appear in an upcoming game from Skydance New Media. The cancellation reflects ongoing shifts in EA's gaming projects and partnerships with Marvel.
US Imposes Visa Restrictions on Foreign Officials Over Social Media Censorship Policies
The US will restrict visas for foreign officials involved in censoring free speech on American social media platforms, opposing foreign content regulation efforts like Europe's Digital Services Act. The policy addresses concerns over sovereignty and free speech infringements on US soil, though enforcement specifics are not yet clear.
Evening News Ratings Rise Across All Networks Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
All three major evening newscasts saw an increase in their ratings during the week of May 19, showing positive momentum heading into the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Building a Capital-Efficient Startup: Strategies for Sustainable Growth
Aashish Mehta emphasizes that while venture capital is popular in startups, bootstrapping offers unique advantages. Building a capital-efficient startup through self-funding can foster sustainable growth and long-term value, challenging the notion that venture capital is the only measure of success.