The Radice Files — Episode 85: “1 Billion”

Frank Radice
4 min readJul 3, 2021

You can say what you want about streaming, but 1 billion is a milestone. Streaming is a utility now.

New Streaming Projections: 1B Users Globally in 2021 | TV Tech

The SVOD industry will hit another milestone in 2024 with $100B in revenue per TradingPlatforms.com

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Peacock To Stream Remaining Stanley Cup Final Games | Broadcasting+Cable

NBCUniversal said its Peacock streaming service will be showing the remaining games of the Stanley Cup Final.

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5G wars: T-Mobile, AT&T & Verizon on how they are educating & differentiating | The Drum

If you’ve watched broadcast TV recently, you’ve seen an ad for 5G. The three major carriers are blanketing the airwaves with promises, deals and the dream of lightning-fast internet. As part of our deep dive into all things mobile, The Drum checked in with each of the three top brands to find out how they are differentiating their product offerings and educating consumers about what 5G actually is.

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‘LIKE TWITTER BUT SH*TTIER’ — New MAGA Social Media Gets Less Than Warm Reception, Even From Trump

Jason Miller’s new social media site goes live, Twitter gets lit.

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The Best Sci-Fi Comedy Is Existential | WIRED

Though you might expect Tom Gerencer’s stories to be light-hearted, they contain a dark streak of angst.

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‘Lovecraft Country’ Not Returning For Season 2 On HBO — Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: One of the most celebrated — and inventive — new series of 2020, Misha Green’s Lovecraft Country, will not be getting a second installment. “We will not be moving forward with a second season of Lovecraft Country,” HBO said in a statement to Deadline. “We are grateful for the dedication and artistry of the…

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How Instagram Nano Influencers Make Money With Under 10,000 Followers

“Nano” influencers on Instagram can turn a few thousand followers into a money-making side hustle. Here’s how some influencers make money.

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Sha’Carri Richardson tests positive for marijuana, status for Tokyo Olympics in jeopardy — The Washington Post

Sha’Carri Richardson, the breakout star of the U.S. Olympic track and field trials, may not be able to run the 100 meters at the Games because of a positive drug test.

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Google TV Integrates Celebrity Influence Into Its UX With ‘Watch With You’ Feature | Next TV

‘Orange Is the New Black’ Star Laveren Cox will be the first of the regularly featured talent to share her favorite movies and TV shows

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NBC’s ‘Ultimate Slip ‘N Slide’ Pulled From Planned Post-Olympics Debut

Network currently looking at new premiere dates after production was interrupted by giardia outbreak

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Mega Stars will Headline Central Park’s “Mega-Concert”; 3 Iconic Performers Announced — iLovetheUpperWestSide.com

Mayor de Blasio announced Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon & Jennifer Hudson will be headlining the NYC Homecoming “Mega-Concert” on Central Park’s Great Lawn.

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Academy Invites 395 New Members for 2021, Including Robert Pattinson, Andra Day, Steven Yeun

The Oscars have invited 375 new members including Bob Chapek, Andra Day, Emerald Fennell, Robert Pattinson, Shaka King and Steven Yeun.

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9 Shows Like Bosch to Watch After You Finish Season 7 — TV Guide

Season 6 of Amazon’s crime drama Bosch is almost here, so here’s a list of shows that are similar to Bosch, but aren’t Bosch, but you should watch if you like Bosch.

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Netflix, Amazon Must Invest 20–25% of French Revenues in Local Content, France Government Decrees

Streaming services, including Netflix, will have to invest between 20%-25% of their French revenues in local content under a new decree.

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And finally…must see…

James Cross on LinkedIn: #olympics2021 | 263 comments

新作! N E W W O R K 18 months in the making with the genius crew at BBC Sport, BBC Creative,Nexus, Factory Studios, The Mill and our directors Factory Fifteen… 263 comments on LinkedIn

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Frank Radice

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