Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson, Bluesky's Rise, Puzzles in Newspapers
What Tyson v Paul tells us about the future of media. The enduring power of newspaper puzzles. And the rise of Bluesky, the social media platform gaining traction as an alternative to X.
Friday鈥檚 Netflix boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson was more than a fight, it was a media moment. Evan Shapiro, media commentator, sees it as evidence of influencer dominance over traditional media. Oliver Brown, chief sports writer of The Daily Telegraph, discusses whether such events mark a shift from genuine sport to spectacle.
Crosswords and puzzles are becoming an integral part of newspaper business strategies. Zoe Bell, executive producer of games at The New York Times, explains how games like Wordle and Spelling Bee are driving engagement and subscriptions. Crossword setter John Halpern shares his journey into the world of puzzles and the creative process behind setting crosswords for major newspapers.
Bluesky, a social media platform created by Jack Dorsey, is gaining traction as an alternative to Elon Musk's X. With a significant increase in users, Bluesky is being seen as a platform that offers a different experience from traditional social media. Katie Martin from the Financial Times discusses the platform's growth and its potential impact on the media landscape.
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