JUNE 13, 2011

Full News Archive

• Headline: The Rise of Paid News Access. Impact: This little checkbook situation could lead us to a future where news is exclusively sponsored by fast food chains and the scandalous behavior of reality TV stars. 'Today’s top story: Exclusive access to the Kardashians, presented by Taco Bell!'. Fact: TV networks paying for interviews? What’s next? A bidding war for who gets to interview your pet goldfish?.
• Headline: Qualcomm's New Vision Under Founder’s Son. Impact: If the founder's son successfully takes Qualcomm into the future, we might end up in a dystopian world where our devices are so connected that they start forming their own opinions. 'Sorry, I can't let you in, my thermostat says you're not cool enough.'. Fact: The idea of a connected world sounds great until your light switch starts giving you unsolicited advice on your life choices..
• Headline: Shedding Hazy Light on a Midnight Ride. Impact: Palin's take on Revere's ride might just be the spark that ignites a historical remix trend, where every major event is reinterpreted by modern influencers. Next up: 'The Revolutionary War, As Told by TikTok.'. Fact: Paul Revere's ride was all about warning about the British. Today, it would probably involve him tweeting about it and getting a trending hashtag. #RevereRidesAgain.