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Shakira via Instagram Stories. (May 26, 2024)

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HTTP: Empowering the World Wide Web - A Journey of Connectivity and Innovation

Introduction

The Hypertext Transfer Protocol, or HTTP, is the backbone of the World Wide Web. It’s the protocol that makes the internet work, enabling web browsers to communicate with servers and deliver the web pages we see every day. HTTP has been instrumental in the growth and development of the internet, and its evolution over the years has helped shape the modern web as we know it today.

In this blog, we'll explore the history of HTTP, its evolution, and the significant impact it has had on the digital world. We'll also look at the future of HTTP, particularly the advancements that are set to take it to the next level. Through this journey, you'll see how HTTP has played a crucial role in empowering connectivity, innovation, and security across the web.

The Origin of HTTP

HTTP's story begins in the early days of the internet, a time when the need for a standardized communication protocol was becoming increasingly apparent. The web was in its infancy, and the need for a common language to enable communication between different systems was clear. This is where HTTP came into play.

Invented by Tim Berners-Lee in 1989, HTTP was designed as a simple protocol to transfer hypertext documents across the internet. The first version, HTTP/0.9, was extremely basic, only allowing for the transmission of raw data. However, it laid the groundwork for what would become the most widely used protocol on the internet.

Tim Berners-Lee’s vision for a decentralized information-sharing system was revolutionary. HTTP, combined with the concept of a "web" of information, became the foundation of the World Wide Web. This early version of HTTP allowed for the simple exchange of data between a client and a server, making it possible for users to access documents and resources from anywhere in the world.

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HTTP's Evolution: From 0.9 to HTTP/2

As the web grew, so did the demands placed on HTTP. The original protocol was too simple to handle the increasing complexity of web content. This led to the development of HTTP/1.0, introduced in 1996, which added support for more complex data types and allowed for the transmission of metadata, such as the type of content being sent.

HTTP/1.1, released shortly after, was a significant upgrade. It introduced persistent connections, which meant that a single TCP connection could be reused for multiple requests, reducing latency and improving the efficiency of data transfers. It also brought about chunked transfers, enabling the streaming of data and allowing for dynamically generated content to be sent before the entire response was ready.

The next major evolution came with HTTP/2, which was standardized in 2015. HTTP/2 brought several key innovations, including multiplexing, which allows multiple requests and responses to be sent over a single connection simultaneously. This was a game-changer for web performance, drastically reducing load times and improving the user experience. Additionally, HTTP/2 introduced header compression, which reduced the amount of data transmitted, further speeding up communication.

These advancements have not only made the web faster and more reliable but have also opened up new possibilities for web developers. The improvements in HTTP have empowered developers to create richer, more interactive web applications, leading to the dynamic and responsive websites we use today.

The Role of HTTP in Empowering the Web

HTTP has been instrumental in the rapid growth and accessibility of the World Wide Web. It’s the protocol that has enabled billions of people to access information, services, and opportunities online. Without HTTP, the web as we know it would not exist.

One of the most significant impacts of HTTP has been its role in democratizing information. The web, powered by HTTP, has made it possible for anyone with an internet connection to access a wealth of knowledge and resources. This has had a profound impact on education, with countless people gaining access to educational materials that were previously out of reach.

In addition to education, HTTP has revolutionized the way we communicate and do business. E-commerce platforms, social media, and online communication tools all rely on HTTP to function. This has not only made it easier for people to connect and share information but has also opened up new economic opportunities for individuals and businesses alike.

Moreover, HTTP’s open and flexible nature has allowed for the development of a vast ecosystem of web technologies. This has spurred innovation, leading to the creation of new tools, services, and platforms that continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible on the web.

Security Enhancements: The Rise of HTTPS

As the web grew, so did concerns about security. HTTP, in its original form, transmitted data in plain text, making it vulnerable to eavesdropping and tampering. To address these concerns, HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) was introduced. HTTPS is an extension of HTTP that uses SSL/TLS encryption to secure the data transmitted between a web browser and a server.

The adoption of HTTPS has been a critical development in making the web safer for users. SSL/TLS encryption ensures that sensitive information, such as passwords and credit card numbers, is protected from unauthorized access. This has been particularly important for e-commerce and online banking, where the security of user data is paramount.

In recent years, HTTPS has become the standard for all websites, not just those handling sensitive information. Search engines like Google have even started to prioritize HTTPS-enabled sites in their search rankings, further encouraging its adoption. This shift has made the web a safer place for everyone, providing users with the confidence that their data is secure.

The Future of HTTP: HTTP/3 and Beyond

As we look to the future, the next major milestone in the evolution of HTTP is HTTP/3. HTTP/3 is currently being developed and is based on the QUIC protocol, which was originally developed by Google. HTTP/3 promises to bring even greater improvements in speed, reliability, and security.

One of the key features of HTTP/3 is its use of UDP (User Datagram Protocol) instead of TCP (Transmission Control Protocol). UDP allows for faster data transmission by eliminating some of the overhead associated with TCP. This will result in quicker page loads and a smoother browsing experience, especially on mobile devices and in regions with slower internet connections.

HTTP/3 also includes built-in encryption, ensuring that all data transmitted is secure by default. This is a significant step forward in the ongoing effort to make the web a safer place for users. Additionally, the improvements in speed and reliability will help to support the growing demand for real-time applications, such as video streaming and online gaming.

The future of HTTP is bright, with ongoing developments set to enhance the web experience even further. As new technologies emerge and user expectations continue to evolve, HTTP will remain at the forefront of the digital revolution, enabling new possibilities and driving innovation.

Conclusion

HTTP has come a long way since its inception in the early days of the internet. From the simple protocol that enabled the first web pages to the advanced versions that power today’s dynamic web applications, HTTP has been a driving force behind the growth and evolution of the World Wide Web.

As we look to the future, it’s clear that HTTP will continue to play a crucial role in shaping the digital landscape. With the advent of HTTP/3 and other emerging technologies, the web is set to become even faster, more secure, and more capable of meeting the demands of users worldwide.

In conclusion, HTTP is more than just a protocol; it’s a cornerstone of the internet, enabling connectivity, innovation, and empowerment for people around the globe. As we continue to build upon this foundation, the possibilities for what we can achieve on the web are limitless.

[jimin-bangtan]

🧡💛 MASTERLIST 💛🧡

The top 3 sections are links to my own written posts.

At the bottom are links for my reposts for interactions of Jimin with each of his BTS members.

See my Jimin-Bangtan Archive Page for all of my posts as well as reposts from others in calendar form.

See my BTS Official Content and Social Media Links for new fans and for quick reference to official music, events, activities for the company & members.

⭐JIMIN⭐ Jimin's Dance Time Clips (Promo BTS dance medleys) Pre- & Post- Release of FACE (1st solo album) thoughts After Promos for FACE (1st solo album): My thoughts My thoughts about Jimin's LETTER (hidden track) The Significance of Jimin's Achievements Jimin's FACE EP - 1 Billion Spotify Streams🎉 Chameleon Park Jimin Part 1 (Jimin "Biography") Chameleon Park Jimin Part 2 Chameleon Park Jimin Part 3 Chameleon Park Jimin Part 4 As Information Unfolds Jimin's Production Diary Documentary Jimin Breaks Glass Ceiling? Jimin //\\//\\// Military Duty #ThisIsJimin dances & Closer Than This #dance clip Closer Than This Thoughts Closer Than This MORE Thoughts  Jimin & Bangtan 2024 Chameleon Park Jimin: Your Filter - Afterthoughts LIKE CRAZY, Jazzy Version: Reviewer's Video LIKE CRAZY, Jazzy Version: Performance Jimin's Tattoos Jimin's Thorns & Studs Jimin's SGMB🌺 - The Comedy MUSE, Jimin’s 2nd solo album: My Thoughts How Did I 1st Notice "JiKook"? 🤔 (Re: "Are You Sure?") WHO, Acoustic Version: Vocal Analysis Video Jimin's MUSE EP - 1 Billion Spotify Streams🎉 Jimin, A Man of Messaging📝 WeVerse Magazine Articles About Jimin Jimin's Daesang Win -> SMF, Pt.2 Connection Jimin's FACE and MUSE or FACE vs. MUSE Chameleon Park Jimin Part 5 ("Biography") Continued

💜BTS💜 Cheers to the Whole Gang - Part 1 (Hyung Line) Cheers to the Whole Gang - Part 2 (Maknae Line) Cheers to the Whole Gang - uncut (Maknae Line) BTS Solo Chapter - Part 1 BTS Solo Chapter - Part 2 BTS Solo Chapter - Part 3 BTS Solo Chapter - Part 4 My BTS Solo Chapter WISHLIST 1.0 - BONUS My BTS Experience - Part 1 (How I came to know BTS) My BTS Experience - Part 2 A BTS Chapter 2 (3?) Idea My Bangtan Love (Things I love about each member) BTS Solo Chapter CONTINUED? - Part 5 BTS Solo Chapter CONTINUED - Part 6 My BTS Solo Chapter WISHLIST 2.0 - UPDATED

🌠MISCELLANEOUS🌠 Selective Hypocrisy BTS Fandom As Information Unfolds

🎀BTS INTERACTIONS🎀 Compilations / Pic or Video Posts & Reposts Jimin & Jin JM & Jin 1, JM & Jin 2, JM & Jin 3

Jimin & Suga JM & Suga 1, JM & Suga 2 

Jimin & J-Hope JM & JH 1, JM & JH 2, JM & JH 3

Jimin & RM - leader JM & RM 1, JM & RM 2 

Jimin & V JM & V 1, JM & V 2

Jimin & Jung Kook JM & JK 1, JM & JK 2

Maknae Line (JM, V, & JK) MLine 1, MLine 2

BTS - All 7  OT7 1, OT7 2, OT73

***Colors are random, just to break up the visuals. ***

[pierre-mikhiel]

Reddit's Strategic Moves: Navigating the IPO Waters and Expanding AI Partnerships

In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, Reddit has emerged as a powerhouse, founded in 2005 by Alexis Ohanian and Steve Huffman. The platform has recently made significant decisions that could reshape its future, including filing for an initial public offering (IPO) and striking a $60 million deal with Google to enhance its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.

Decision 1: Reddit's IPO Journey

Reddit has taken a bold step by filing its IPO prospectus with the Securities and Exchange Commission, signaling its intention to go public in March. The company, with a post-valuation of $10 billion and $1.3 billion in funding, has positioned itself for a landmark market debut. Interestingly, Reddit is allowing its users to buy into the IPO, a move that adds a unique dimension to its public offering. However, the company acknowledges the associated risks, imposing restrictions to prevent a sudden sell-off by investors immediately after trading begins. Notably, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stands to make significant gains from his long-standing investments in Reddit, dating back to 2014.

Decision 2: A Strategic Partnership with Google

In a move that could reshape its AI capabilities, Reddit has struck a groundbreaking $60 million deal with Google. This agreement allows Google to train its AI models using Reddit's vast repository of posts. Previously, Reddit had faced conflicts with Google over the unauthorized use of its content for AI training. However, this new collaboration opens up opportunities for both parties. For Reddit, incorporating Google's AI into its platform addresses the limitations of its current search functionality, paving the way for more personalized and efficient user experiences.

Reddit's Vision for AI and Advertising:

Beyond the immediate gains from the Google partnership, Reddit has ambitious plans for integrating AI into its advertising strategies. The platform recognizes the potential of AI in addressing a $750 billion opportunity in search advertising by 2027. With Reddit's current addressable advertising market estimated at $1.0 trillion (excluding China and Russia), the company aims to leverage AI to unlock new revenue streams. By enhancing its search capabilities and offering personalized advertising solutions, Reddit aims to tap into the global advertising market, positioning itself as a major player in the industry.

As Reddit navigates the IPO waters and deepens its partnership with Google, the platform is poised for a transformative phase in its journey. The decisions to go public and collaborate with tech giants like Google underscore Reddit's commitment to innovation and growth. The future holds exciting possibilities for Reddit as it seeks to harness the power of AI and expand its influence in the dynamic world of social media and advertising.

[chandupalle]

Cold Chain Monitoring Market Trends & Growth Drivers – 2026

The global cold chain monitoring market size is projected to USD 10.2 billion by 2026 from USD 5.3 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.6% during the forecast period.

It was observed that the growth rate was 11.6% from 2021 to 2022. Software segment is expected to witness higher CAGR of 17.8%.The primary reasons for this rise in demand for cold chain monitoring products in pharmaceuticals & healthcare application.

The market for NIR & SWIR to grow at the highest CAGR Cold chain monitoring market, by verticals, in 2026

Near-infrared light is referred to as light within the wavenumber range of 12,500–4,000 cm (wavelength from 800 to 2,500 nm). The near-infrared (NIR) spectrum typically ranges from 0.7 to 1.0 ìm.

The absorption of near-infrared light is based on the vibration of the material. However, it is much weaker in intensity as compared to the mid-infrared light absorption as it is based on overtones and combined tones in the mid-infrared light region. Therefore, the measurement of samples featuring weak absorption is difficult, but the fact that samples can be measured without being diluted is an advantage.

The market for the cooled cold chain monitorings to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Cold chain monitorings made using materials such as mercury cadmium telluride (HgCdTe) and indium antimonide (InSb) require mechanical cooling to increase their signal-to-noise ratio to usable levels.

Indium gallium arsenide (InGaAs)-based detectors exhibit sensitivity similar to that of HgCdTe- and InSb-based detectors at room temperature; however, they can be cooled to increase their sensitivity. The cooled cold chain monitorings are usually cooled thermoelectrically or cryogenically. In some cases, liquid nitrogen is also used for the cooling of detectors.

Cooling decreases the temperature of the detector, allowing it to reduce thermally induced noise to a minimal level and improving its performance. However, cooled cold chain monitorings are more expensive than uncooled ones, which restricts their mass adoption. Cooled cold chain monitorings find applications in scientific research, astronomy, security and surveillance, and spectroscopy, among others, where high accuracy is of utmost importance.

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Americas to hold the largest share of Cold chain monitoring market

North America is the largest market for cold chain monitoring in the Americas at present and is likely to exhibit a similar trend during the forecast period.

Increasing demand for chilled and frozen food products in North American countries is likely to trigger the demand for cold chain monitoring solutions in the region. Cold chain monitoring infrastructure includes refrigerated storage and refrigerated transport. The escalating demand for dairy products, vegetables, and fruits is increasing the imports, as well as exports of exotic vegetables and fruits and dairy products, which is also boosting the demand for cold chain monitoring solutions.

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[dailyniallhoran]

Heartbreak Weather has officially surpassed one billion Spotify streams 🎉

Congrats to Niall and the album that got us through quarantine 1.0 & gave us the best bangers 😌

[mysterystarz]

alright congratulations + felicitation + freaking out + overwhelming pride and joy for you pt 2

There are approximately 1.0 billion stars in the Milk Way, meaning in every 1000th sector of our galaxy, there exists 100 million stars. Stars vast and far and wide and little, exemplifying and providing a visual representation of the stream of time— stars dead and alive and inbetween, the extension of their lives not yet reaching our planet's eyes.

Stars are possibilities; infinitesimal and infinite.

May the opportunities you are given be as grand as the reality of the stars in the sky, and as luminous as the brightest star.

I like your sector of the universe most.

this ask is something i need framed on my wall right now

im getting emotional

thank you so so so sos much for this <3 something so beautifully worded and perfect makes me so happy <3

[bestitmagazine]

The music streaming company, Spotify has declared that it will spend upto $1 billion between now and April 21, 2026 to repurchase its own shares.

In the beginning of the third quarter of 2021, the company will start a stock repurchase programme.

"Repurchases of up to 10,000,000 of the Company's ordinary shares have been authorised by the Company's general meeting of shareholders, and the Board of Directors approved such repurchases up to the amount of $1.0 billion. The authorisation to repurchase will expire on April 21, 2026," it said in a statement.

[recentanimenews]

Evangelion 3.0+1.0 Moves up to 35th Highest Grossing Film in Japan of All-Time

  With only three more days left in a majority of theaters in Japan, it was reported today that the "final" Evangelion film, Evangelion 3.0+1.0: Thrice Upon a Time, has reached the 35th spot of the highest-grossing films in Japan of all time with more than 10.15 billion yen (US$91.21 million) grossed at the Japanese box office. 

  That's 150 million yen (US$1.36 million) made since numbers were last released 5 days ago when Evangelion 3.0+1.0 reached the milestone of 10 billion yen – a blockbuster number in Japan. The 10.15 billion yen (US$91.21 million) grossed was on the back of 6.64 million tickets sold, making it the 35th highest-grossing film in Japan, between Bayside Shakedown, now at 36th, and Lord of the Rings: Return of the King at 34th place.

  Evangelion 3.0+1.0 is set to leave most Japanese theaters on Wednesday, so its current position on both the all-time Japanese box office chart and the all-time anime film chart in Japan (where it sits at 9th overall), will likely be where Evangelion stays – which is great for the final outing of the franchise.

      Evangelion 3.0+1.0 finally opened in Japan after being delayed twice due to the coronavirus pandemic on March 8, breaking franchise records on the first day and eventually becoming the highest-grossing film in the franchise in Japan in less than a month, then the highest-grossing worldwide in 35 days, and finally the 9th highest-grossing anime film in Japan of all-time. It is the longest film in the franchise (not including compilations or special screenings). An updated version of the film, Evangelion 3.0+1.01, was released in Japanese theaters on June 12. The film streams internationally on Amazon Prime Video on August 13 in English subbed and dubbed formats.

  Source: Oricon

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Daryl Harding is a Japan Correspondent for Crunchyroll News. He also runs a YouTube channel about Japan stuff called TheDoctorDazza, tweets at @DoctorDazza, and posts photos of his travels on Instagram.

By: Daryl Harding

[billehrman]

Shifting Gears

Shifting Gears

Supply line issues appear to be waning earlier than we thought; therefore, we are raising our forecasts for economic growth and earnings for the remainder of 2021 and 2022. Our market outlook remains favorable as coronavirus cases and deaths continue to decline while vaccinations increase dramatically worldwide; monetary bodies maintain their overly accommodative stances at least through mid-`2022, and additional fiscal stimulus is expected both here and abroad. Liquidity trends will remain unusually favorable at least through mid-2022 supporting risk assets… stocks, bonds, and hard assets. The yield curve will steepen as economic activity picks up steam but not as quickly as we initially envisioned as financial institutions, corporations, and individuals are awash with excess liquidity searching for yield. Remember, rates are still negative in Europe and Japan.  Finally, we remain confident that inflation will calm back down as shortages end, supply line issues are alleviated, additional capacity comes on stream, global competition increases, higher productivity kicks in, and disruptors continue to pop up in more and more areas.  

News on getting our arms around the coronavirus gets better each week as the global number of cases/deaths continue to decline; vaccinations worldwide are increasing significantly with over 1.78 billion shots given to date; 291 million doses have been given in the U.S such that we will reach herd immunity before the end of the summer; openings are accelerating in the U.S and the Eurozone, and finally, billions of doses will be available next year if needed. We remain confident that the coronavirus will be in the rearview mirror as we enter 2022, giving us confidence in the sustainability of a synchronous global economic expansion we have not seen in years.

The Fed is entering a quiet period when no governors speak as it is within two weeks of the next Fed meeting. The message from all Fed governors is consistent with Chairman Powell’s view that the recovery is ahead of expectations; inflation will run hot over the next few months due to shortages, supply line issues, and year over year comparisons, but it will subside down the road for reasons discussed before. Any policy change will be data-driven and will be communicated well before any policy change occurs. Since the economy is shifting gears earlier than we previously thought, we now feel that the Fed will share with us in the fall that a policy change is on the horizon. We expect them to begin tapering early in 2022 by reducing their monthly purchases to $80 billion. A few months later, reduced to $40 billion, if supported by the data points, and then ending all bond purchases by the summer of 2022. The Fed may decide to emphasize buying longer-dated bonds as they reduce their monthly purchases to suppress the long end of the curve.  We do not expect them to hike the federal funds rate until later in 2022 if the economy is on a firm footing, which is good news.  It is interesting to note that with all the recent robust economic data, the yield curve has not steepened much over the last few months, and inflationary expectations have come down.  Maybe the Fed is correct, and higher inflation near term is just transitory. We agree!

Negotiations on a trillion-dollar infrastructure bill have picked up steam as the President revised his initial plan down to $1.7 trillion while the Republicans lifted their proposal to $928 billion. We continue to believe that the moderate Democrats hold the key to the final deal, which we still believe will come in closer to $1.4 trillion spent over eight years financed with a boost in the corporate tax rate to 25%, user fees, project financing, increased collections and use of money already allocated for stimulus. It is interesting to note that the Senate passed a $195 billion bill last week to bolster competitiveness with China. The legislation supports research in many areas, including manufacturing, semis, and bringing back the supply lines for essential materials to America. Finally, Biden’s administration proposed a $6 trillion budget which would take spending to record levels while running deficits above $1.3 trillion through the next decade. It projects that the debt would begin to shrink in 2030. Yeah? It is our opinion that the Dems are running a massive risk in next year’s election supporting a far-left social agenda without real fiscal discipline.  Regardless, we will have stimulative budgetary policies for years to come that will bolster secular economic growth on top of the cyclical recovery as we put the coronavirus in the rearview mirror.

Domestic economic data points continue to be off the charts as we start to put the coronavirus in the rearview mirror: unemployment claims fell to a new post-pandemic low of 406,000; core capital goods orders rose 2.3%, the most in a year; the house price index increased  1.4% and is up nearly 14% over the last year(consider wealth effect); the Richmond Fed survey hit a multiyear high; consumer confidence index was a robust 117.2; assessment of current conditions increased to 144.4; durable goods orders ex-transportation rose 1.0%, shipments increased 0.6%, and unfilled orders were up 0.2%; the Chicago PMI was a robust 75.2 up from 72.1 last month; PCE increased 0.5% while the PCE price index rose 0.7% and is up 3.1% over the previous year excluding food and energy. First-quarter earnings reports are ending and were nothing short of sensational, with over 85% of companies reporting beating prior estimates while increasing their forecasts for 2021. Many companies increased their dividends and initiated stock buybacks once again too. Our margin thesis is alive and well. We continue to forecast an increase in the operating margin above 12% in 2021 and over 12.5% in 2022, up over 100 basis points from levels achieved in 2019 before the pandemic. S & P earnings may hit $200/per share in 2021 and over $215/share in 2022, up from $140/share in 2020 and $163/share in 2019. We have raised our forecasts as shortages decrease, so we lifted our second half 2021 forecasts accordingly. For instance, GM is restarting four plants next week, and MMM mentioned that supply line issues would be ending as they enter the third quarter, six months earlier than previously forecasted. All good news!

Economic data is improving overseas, too, as the coronavirus comes under control. Demand for goods and services in the Eurozone is growing at the sharpest rate in 15 years, as evidenced by an increase in the May PMI composite to 56.9, with the new orders index rising to 58.4. Companies are struggling to keep up with demand to a level not seen in over 20 years. This supports our thesis to emphasize investments in producers as they benefit from the imbalances between supply and demand, which gives them pricing power. We think China’s effort to reduce purchases of commodities, hoping to pressure pricing, may backfire on them as worldwide demand increases while supply is limited. China may end up pushing prices higher beyond current levels as their inventories drop too much while their demand increases too.

Investment Conclusion

While volatility has continued to increase over the last few weeks, we are gaining more confidence in our overall investment thesis: the coronavirus is coming under control; monetary authorities worldwide will remain overly accommodative for at least another year; excess liquidity trends will exist for at least another year favoring risk assets;  inflationary pressures will decrease as additional capacity comes online and supply lines are improved; additional fiscal stimulus is coming which will only add to the cyclical recovery; operating margins are in a secular uptrend as productivity gains accelerate; inventories are woefully low which favors producers; higher dividends and buybacks are on the horizon, and we see a shift in the political winds in 2022 away from the far left.

We continue to invest where both cyclical and secular winds are on our backs. We have increased our near-term outlook as we see shortages abating earlier than anticipated as additional capacity comes online sooner while supply lines improve. Areas of emphasis include global industrials, machinery, and capital goods companies; industrial and agricultural commodities; financials; transportation; technology at a fair price; and special situations. Continue to avoid bonds, SPACs, and highfliers.

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Invest Accordingly!

Bill Ehrman

Paix et Prosperite LLC

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[shakira-fan-page]

"Chantaje" feat. Maluma has reached 1.0 BILLION streams on Spotify.

- This is Shakira’s third song to achieve this on the platform.

[anachronic-cobra]

Do people calling the live action Disney remakes "cash grabs" know how much money it takes to make a full movie with CGI that realistic? Like I'm not defending Disney, they're too big and own too much they can basically monopolize and they need to not, but I feel like the "cash grab" argument is a fairly weak one among all others. It doesn't account for how much the remake movies cost, or the fact that the remakes they've already done haven't made much more of a profit than their brand new animated movies have.

The Jungle Book remake had a budget of $177 million, and made $966 million at the box office. 5.46 times budget. Profit of $789 million.

The Dumbo remake has a budget of $170 million, and made $350 million at the box office. 2.06 times budget. Profit of $180 million.

Beauty and the Beast (2017) had a $160 million budget and made $1.3 billion at the box office. 8.13 times budget. Profit of $1.14 billion.

Now, on the recent animated movies end (not including sequels):

Coco's budget was $175 million, and made $800 million at the box office. 4.57 times budget. Profit of $625 million.

Moana's budget was $150-175 million, and made about $650 million at the box office. 3.71-4.33 times budget. Profit of $475-500 million.

Zootopia's budget was $150 million and made over $1.0 billion. 6.67 times budget. Profit of $850 million.

The movies in both styles tend to have about the same budget. Now, the Lion King remake in particular is spectacularly intricate, and honestly probably a decent amount higher budget, especially with the big names they've got in the cast. Now, there's no major significant difference in the amount they bring in profit-wise. Dumbo flopped, the Jungle Book was about average, and Beauty and the Beast hit it off well. The new animated Disney movies of the last few years had profits on the same range, but higher than Dumbo and lower than Beauty and the Beast. The difference in profit isn't significant.

I just can't see that this is a cash grab. When Disney needed a cash grab back when they were going bankrupt in the early aughts, they made a bunch of shitty direct-to-video sequels of actually good Disney movies, but with dramatically diminished budgets, like The Hunchback of Notre Dame II, Mulan II, and Pocahontas II.

On another point, how good the movie is is completely irrelevant to all of this. Here are some recent animated movies of non-Disney companies, with incredible, unique animation styles and stories that I love.

Into the Spider-Verse had a budget of $90 million. Made $375 million. 4.17 times budget. $285 million profit.

Kubo and the Two Strings. Budget of $60 million, made $77.5 million. 1.29 times budget. $17.5 million profit.

The Book of Life. Budget of $50 million, made $100 million. 2.00 times budget. $50 million profit.

I'd add more, but I'm trying to stick with movies from 2015 to now to keep the live action remakes in context.

I'm not putting these numbers up to say ANYTHING about the quality of disney movies vs other animation companies. In fact, I enjoy Spider-verse, Kubo, and Book of Life far more than any of the other movies listed, just in terms of my personal enjoyment of them (although Coco does take a place with them in my heart). Kubo and the Two Strings flopped hard, but it's one of my favorite movies.

What I DO mean to say by this is that Disney's hyper realistic remakes don't seem to make any more profit than making an entirely new movie altogether. And besides that point, Disney's name is in itself a cash grab - the last three movies are, at least in my opinion, better overall than any other movie on this list, but they made SIGNIFICANTLY less money.

You know what is a cash grab? Removing all your movies from all streaming services so you can capitalize on people's love of them by making your own streaming service and charging people whatever you want.

Edit:

I want to add now as well that my only real issue with the cash grab argument is that it distracts from the real issues at hand. Companies cash grab, it's what they do. But this isn't a cash grab. It's worse.

Back in the day, Disney seriously fucked up copyright law so they could keep their characters out of public domain indefinitely. It just so happens that their patents on certain properties are running out now, and to keep them, they have to use them.

What's the easiest way to make something new with your intellectual property without having to write an entirely new story?

Cash grabs are nothing new. Disney did that when they were going bankrupt about 20 years ago. All that is is a company trying to make a lot of money while spending as little as possible and without putting any care into it. That makes this not a cash grab, as I've shown. But their continued exploitation of the copyright law they ruined for everyone else? That affects a lot more than just Disney.

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History and Evolution of Digital Marketing

Nowadays, digital marketing is bumming with ever-green opportunities, and people don't want to slip these opportunities as they conclude that this will promote their business evolution. Nowadays due to the arrival of the internet and smartphones, more than 170 million population are using adopting social media usually and thus, digital marketing exporters are trying to improve themselves with the foundation source of digital marketing so that they can get attention and consideration from more population.

After all people are now enhancing tech-savvy and are adopting laptops, tablets and smartphones thus they are adopting digital marketing over traditional marketing.

History and Evolution of Digital Marketing

A few advantages of digital marketing are,

Very reasonable, profitable and beneficial.

Range is incredible which means you can reach a huge crowd within a few minutes.

It provides two-dimensional way delivery.

These days every person is familiar with the benefits of digital marketing. But do you have a capable concept about its history and evolution? If not, then keep learning as we are going to consider the history and expansion of digital marketing.

The word Digital Marketing was first made and used in the year 1990. At that time Web 1.0 platform was developed which advises users to asset out their required information. But, it did not confess them to assign this knowledge over the web

Later, in 1993, the first clickable web-ad banner went live.  At that instant, HotWired make a purchase a few banner ads for their promotion, broadcasting and advertising.

In 1994, few new technologies (First e-commerce transaction was developed over the internet) were invented and listed the market with a new purpose. Yahoo was also launched during that year. In one year of its project launching, it obtained 1 million hits. Yahoo has alternated the meaning of digital marketing, and the organization has tried to improve their websites so that they can get a better position in search engine.

In 1996, they launched more search engines and tools like HotBot, LookSmart. The site Sixdegrees.com was first social media was launched in the year 1997. In the year 1998 was the glorious year for digital marketing as Google was launched in this year. Likewise, in this year also Microsoft launched MSN, and Yahoo launched Yahoo web search.

Two years later (in 2000), the internet explosion and all the minor search engines were wiped out. This build more area and opportunities for the bulk in the business.

Then, the social media network professional LinkedIn was launched in 2002. The year 2003 was supported by the release of WordPress and the launched  MySpace.

In 2004, Google went public, Gmail was launched and the same year Facebook has gone live.

Later in 2005, YouTube was launched.

In the year 2006 was one more curious year because search engine service traffic was recorded to have grown to about 6.4 billion in a single month. This year mentioned Microsoft launched an MS live search and together, Twitter was also launched. Meanwhile, Amazon e-commerce sales have extent over  $10 billion.

Later in 2007, Tumblr was launched. Besides, web streaming service Hulu was also established in this year. Mobile giant Apple launched its iPhone during the same year.

In the year 2008, Groupon went live and Spotify was launched. In the year 2009, Google launched a contemporary for real-time search engine results. Google popularized products like AdWords, that are 3 line ads that are visible at the top or to the right of search engine results,  AdSense which is a cost-per-click broadcasting program. Meanwhile, Google initiated to target ads established on the interests of the population and it became an executive in the world of digital business.

Later in 2010, Whatsapp was launched along with the Google Buzz. And in 2011, Google Panda and Google+  were launched. Society then started to spend time on these intermediate mediums, and these mediums have exceed the television viewership.

And in 2012 is the year of social media. The organization have expanded their social media aggregate budget up to 64%,  Google knowledge graph was also launched. Myspace and Facebook are the trendy social media sites surrounded by the people. The association has realized that these sites will advise them in widening up their employment over the internet and hence, they were dramatically trying to advertise their products and brands on numerous social media channels. They have also approved to edge social media to their businesses.

In 2013, Yahoo earned Tumblr.

History and Evolution of Digital Marketing

In 2014, the total number of mobile and smartphone end users had to exceed the total number of PC users. Facebook messenger app onward with custom-made ads on LinkedIn and iWatch was launched. At this same time, Facebook earned Whatsapp.

Later In 2015, Snapchat has launched its distinguished appearance. In this area several new high tech technologies like wearable tech, analytics, and content marketing have also created. Facebook has also launched its “Instant articles” in this same year.

The cookie was one more important turning point in the field of digital marketing. The first cookie was sketched out to record user patterns. The use of the cookie has traded more over the years, and cookies today are organized to afford marketers a range of ways to assemble user data.

Most accepted popular social networking sites in the last few years are and in 2020 are Instagram, Whatsapp, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube etc..

Conclusion

So, it can be concluded that digital marketing is spreading universally and every day it brings a toss of opportunities to the customers as well as the organization owners. If you want to establish your existence thoroughly in this digitalized generation, then you need to use all these opportunities intensively. And Sprintzeal’s Digital marketing training can be a great way to start your career in this field.  

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First of all, responding to Hannan Jun’s statement that China’s ban on Korea’s content will have a long-term effect on K-pop industry, I would argue that the ban is quite ostensible while K-pop related content still prevails in mainland China. Two of the most popular reality TV shows in China are “Chinese version of Produce 101,” a spinoff of “Produce 101” in Korea, and “Idol Trainees,” an unauthorized plagiarism of “Produce 101.” The MC and “producer” who guide the trainees’ activities in those two shows are respectively Tao and Lay, two members from EXO(although Tao had left the group). Other trainers include Cosmic Girls’ Cheng Xiao, UNIQ’s Wang Yibo and Kyulkyung from I.O.I, the group graduated from Korea’s “Produce 101.” Obviously, the two reality shows are operated in a fashion that simulates, if not perfectly replicates, the training system in Korea. The trainers such as Tao and Lay frequently shared their former experience as a trainee in Korea and encouraged the trainees to prioritize morality and tenacity over talent. The fandom of those popular trainees also supports the idols by fans-oriented fund-raising and hitting the charts, and those notions are inheritance from k-pop fandom in Korea. The top ten trainees in “Produce 101” received over one billion votes in total in just one week https://produce-101.fandom.com/wiki/Produce_101_Season_1_(China). We can tell from this that the popularity of K-pop has not decayed since the deployment of THAAD. Rather, Hallyu started to penetrate into Chinese music, tv shows and lifestyle as Chinese government banned the purely Korean-made contents. In other words, Chinese-oriented K-pop emerged as a response to Chinese audience’s continuing demand for K-pop after the federal intervention. 

There are other instances of K-pop’s penetration into Chinese market: the champion PG ONE in the most popular music show in China, “Rap in China,” is guided by Kris Wu from EXO, and PG ONE’s performance and song-writing in the show is quite Korean style, such as his performance in h.m.e https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2Q2u8s_BXQ. The success of PG ONE’s songs and performance demonstrates the possibility of K-pop infusing into Chinese rap music. Additionally, the outdoor games such as “pulling off the tags” have become enormously popular in China, due to the success of the Chinese version of “Running Man.” The website attached shows how teenagers and adults in China spend their leisure time playing those games. (http://www.5ituozhan.com/tdsmp/1177.html) Although K-beauty products are not welcomed as K-pop and K-dramas, the acceptability of plastic surgery gradually rose and market value skyrockets significantly. (https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201812/20/WS5c1b5f7fa3107d4c3a001f0b.html) This demonstrates the success of “hallyu 3.0” as “a broader wave of K-lifestyle,or a focus on beauty and cosmetics, health, food and software/ entertainment.” (Jun, 2017)

Moreover, although K-dramas are banned by the Chinese government, K-drama fans can still find downloading sources for K-dramas in many uncensored streaming websites. The sources are mostly free for download, which reduces opportunity cost of watching K-drama while Chinese TV series cost more money and time to consume. For instance, albeit forbidden to be shown on TV channels, “Hotel De Luna” starring IU still hits the top search on Weibo, Twitter in China, when the last episode aired. This reveals the remaining influence of K-drama--K-pop 1.0--in China. 

Over all, even after China’s ban of Korean content, K-pop 4.0 seems to sprout deeply inside Chinese pop culture. Chinese-oriented K-pop has achieved “ubiquity” whereby Chinese people cannot escape the influence that originates from Korea. Although those phenomena do not benefit Korea economically, K-pop is execuating its soft power to sustain a long-term, healthy relationship between two cultures and enhance cultural proximity which hopefully will be able to foster future cooperation between China and Korea :)

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The big four networks have seen many of their demographically desirable viewers disappear

By

Anthony Crupi  Published on January 28, 2019. 

As younger viewers continue to abandon ad-supported television for the profligate delights of streaming, their older counterparts have shown themselves to be more averse to ad breaks than ever before. Predictably, both trends have been doing a number on the networks' stock of commercial ratings points.

According to Nielsen, broadcast C3 ratings in the fourth quarter dropped 11 percent versus the year-ago period, as ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox combined for an average primetime draw of just 7.02 million adults age 18-49, down from the 7.86 million members of the demo who watched the ads during the three terminal months of 2017. Comparisons to the fourth quarter of 2016 are even more off-putting, as the Big Four nets over the last two years have seen more than one-quarter (27 percent) of their demographically desirable viewers vanish into thin air.

When expressed as a decimal rating, the combined demo delivery at the four networks works out to a 5.4, which translates to a year-over-year loss of around 845,000 18-49-year-olds per night versus the earlier 6.1 rating. Over a two-year span, some 2.6 million members of the demo have dematerialized, a number which reflects the loss of more than two whole ratings points (2.1).

For the uninitiated, the C3 currency blends a very rough estimate of average commercial ratings with three days of time-shifted viewing; as such, it offers networks, buyers and advertisers the best approximation of actual ad deliveries. Along with its more recently adopted counterpart, the extended-dance-remix that is C7, C3 is the standard against which nearly all TV ad deals are priced and guaranteed. That the additional three-to-seven days of playback data don't materially help the networks claw back a whole lot of lost ratings points—the average gain from the vanilla live-same-day data to C3 is still just two-tenths of a ratings point, for a net add of just 258,000 demographically apposite viewers per show—has everything to do with the fact that people rarely watch commercials when they have the means with which to do away with them.

On a network by network basis, the fall season was a bloodbath, although Fox at least had the luxury of splashing around with a rubber duckie. For the first time since the C3 currency was minted in 2007, not a single network managed to claw out so much as a 2.0 rating in the dollar demo. NBC, which came closest with a 1.8 rating among adults 18-49, saw its deliveries drop 30 percent compared to the fourth quarter of 2016, while CBS was down 34 percent to a 1.0 and ABC fell 30 percent to a 0.9.

(Worth noting: CBS, which transacts against the adults 25-54 demo, experienced proportional declines in its deliveries of viewers in its target audience.)

Thanks to the addition of "Thursday Night Football" to its primetime roster, Fox didn't drop nearly as much as its broadcast rivals, slipping 16 percent since the fourth quarter of 2016 to a 1.7 C3 rating. But take sports out of the mix and the Big Four are all in the same sinking vessel; season-to-date, the average C3 delivery for the 68 scripted broadcast series is a woeful 1.2, which boils down to just 1.55 million viewers who are still watching the commercials in real time or during the three-day playback window. Little wonder that the new-look Fox is going all-in on sports and live events.

The tumult is glaringly evident when you look at the individual program ratings. Season-to-date, only two episodes of scripted TV have averaged a 3.0 rating or better in their regular time slots; these include the Sept. 25 premiere of NBC's "This Is Us," and the NFL playoffs-boosted Jan. 13 installment of "The Simpsons." Two years ago at this time, 29 scripted broadcasts that did a 3.0 or better had already aired; go back to the same period during the 2014-15 season and 54 scripted episodes had cracked the 3.0 barrier.

Lower the bar and the numbers are of little consolation. At present, only two scripted broadcast series ("The Big Bang Theory," "This Is Us") are averaging north of a 2.0 rating in C3, although there are three in all if you include Fox's new competition series, "The Masked Singer." Two years ago at this juncture, 11 general-entertainment shows were averaging at least a 2.0 in the currency; go back four years and 32 series were making the grade. Bonus fun: One of these 32 programs was hosted by the person who is now the President of the United States.

If all of this ratings dissolution seems bleak and foreboding (and, well, it is), the principles of supply-and-demand economics maintain that the combination of shrinking GRPs and a steady appetite for national commercial inventory adds up to higher unit costs. According to MoffettNathanson estimates, while the demos sank 11 percent in the fourth quarter, ad sales revenues at the big Four nets grew 3.2 percent to $5.21 billion. Nice work if you can get it.

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How has Digital Marketing evolved over time?

The term "digital marketing" was first introduced in the 1990s. The digital age began with the discovery of the internet and the Web 1.0 platform. Although the Web 1.0 platform allowed users to get the information they required, they were unable to share it online. Until that point, marketers all around the world were still sceptical of the internet platform. Because the people who used the internet at that time were very less. The advertisers and marketers weren't sure if their techniques would be successful.

History of Digital Marketing

HotWired purchased a lot of clickable banners to use in their advertising after the first one appeared in 1993. This marked the beginning of the transition from conventional marketing to Digital Marketing. In 1994, new technologies were able to reach the Digital Market. In the same year, search engine Yahoo was also launched.

In honour of its founder Jerry Yang, Yahoo is also referred to as "Jerry's Guide to the World Wide Web." Within the first year, Yahoo received more than1 million hits. As a result, there have been significant changes in the digital marketing sector. With this, businesses started their websites to reach new audience. In 1996, new search tools and engines such as HotBot, LookSmart, and Alexa were released.

In 1998, Google was founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were PhD students at Stanford University in California. After that Microsoft launched the MSN search engine, while Yahoo launched Yahoo web search. Two years later, when the internet popularity increased all of the smaller search engines were either abandoned or removed, allowing place for the major players in the sector. When it was projected that search engine traffic had climbed to around 6.4 billion in just one month in 2006, the industry of digital marketing saw its first substantial upswing. MSN was placed on hold while Microsoft launched Live Search to compete with Google and Yahoo.

Web 2.0

When Web 2.0 was introduced, people began taking an active role in it instead of just being passive users. Web 2.0 can be used by individuals to communicate with companies and other users. Using phrases like "super information highway" on the internet became popular. As a result, there was an increase in the amount of information streaming through many channels, including those employed by digital marketers. In the US alone, online marketing and advertising brought in over $2.9 billion by 2004.

Social networking websites

Social networking websites soon started to appear after Digital Marketing. Myspace was the first social networking site, and Facebook came after Digital Marketing. A lot of companies realized that the proliferation of new websites provided more possibilities for marketing and helped them in selling their products. It created new business prospects and signaled the beginning of a new phase for the sector. With more resources, they needed new strategies for promoting their brands and utilizing social networking sites.

The cookie was yet another crucial turning point in the evolution of digital marketing. Advertisers had started to explore for alternative methods to profit from the modern technology. In order to customize promotions and marketing materials to their preferences, one such strategy involved tracking the frequent users of the internet. It is also important to track the usage patterns and common browsing habits of your audience. The first cookie was developed to analyze user behaviors. The function of the cookie has evolved with the passage of time. Modern cookies are programmed to give advertisers a choice of options for gathering actual user data. Customers can now access digitally advertised goods at any time.

First search engine in the 90s

Archie is the first search engine, which made its debut early in the 1990s. After this Search Engine Optimization came. In 1994, the first clickable online banners were introduced. The first social networking platform Six Degrees was established in 1997 and had 3.5 million users at debut. Many websites that people still use today were discovered in the 1990s. It includes Google and Yahoo's web searches and both of them debuted in 1998.

The Millennial Generation

The new millennium saw the emergence of a huge economic bubble. However, once the bubble reached its height and burst between 2000 and 2002, many businesses experienced losses. As the economy recovered from the boom, many new websites were founded in the 2000s, including the earliest versions of LinkedIn in 2002, Myspace and WordPress in 2003, and Facebook in 2004. SMS marketing became very popular in the early 2000s.

The Mobile Era

The second half of the decade saw an increase in marketing and sales, with Amazon's e-commerce sales hitting $10 billion. Mobile app culture grew with the introduction of WhatsApp, Instagram, and Snapchat to the internet community during the following few years.

The Present 

A person now spends 65% of their time using digital media on a mobile device. Currently, the $200 billion digital advertising market is dominated by Google Ad Words, which generates 96% of the company's income. With an estimated 3.1 billion internet users, social networking has been at the forefront of the digital marketing revolution. A $1 billion industry, influencer marketing is currently predicted to develop further due to the popularity of blogs and Instagram. The exciting subject of digital marketing is expected to grow and experience various new breakthroughs in the years to come.