I’m a Los Angeles-based columnist, speaker, podcaster and consultant focused on the collision of tech, media and entertainment. I also host and produce the Bloom in Tech podcast.
In my long and winding career, I previously worked as an award-winning writer and editor for
‘Cautious Growth’ Returns To Q1 Video Game Dealmaking After Down 2023
Game industry investments, M&A and exits modestly bounced back in the first quarter of 2024, thanks to Disney's big Epic deal and growing blockchain interest.
Spin Master’s Toca Boca Takes On Roblox With First Multi-Player Push
Long-time children's game maker Toca Boca will roll out its first multi-player experience in a direct challenge to Roblox's primacy with young players.
What’s Next For Paramount With Bob Bakish Gone
The list of to-do items to reshape Paramount as its leadership considers two takeover deals without its CEO is long and complicated. Maybe it's time for a TV show.
More Smarts Coming To Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Collaboration
Smart glasses and headsets are in a moment of flux and innovation. Luxottica and Meta executives say they're bringing a new version of their smart Ray-Bans in "weeks."
The Hunt For Profit Will Define Earnings Season For Netflix, Disney And Streaming
Netflix generated billions in free cash flow, and Disney's proxy battle victory hastens Bob Iger’s many initiatives to re-position Hollywood’s biggest studio.