The Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) reached a tentative agreement on a new three-year contract on September 24, 2023, after a 146-day strike. The agreement includes significant gains for writers in all sectors of the industry, including higher wage floors, improved residuals, and protections against the use of artificial intelligence in writing rooms. The tentative agreement must now be ratified by the WGA membership before it can take effect.

Hey there, fellow music enthusiasts! Today, I want to take you on a captivating journey into the world of retrofuturism in music. If you’ve ever found yourself mesmerized by the neon-soaked landscapes of ’80s movies or captivated by the eerie charm of vaporwave aesthetics, you’re in for a treat. We’re diving deep into the sonic realms of synthwave, vaporwave, and the irresistible allure of vintage synthesizers in contemporary compositions. Synthwave: A Neon-Infused Time Machine Picture this: It’s the 1980s, and you’re cruising down a neon-lit highway in a sleek sports car.

Our forecast of another rate hike in September 2023, followed by a hold, is in line with the current expectations of most economists and market participants. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has raised interest rates four times this year in an effort to combat high inflation, and it is widely expected to raise rates again at its next meeting on September 20-21. However, there is growing uncertainty about how much further the Fed will need to go in its rate-hiking campaign.

Genus AI, a prominent generative AI platform catering to Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) and e-commerce brands, has successfully secured an additional $6 million in a seed round extension, elevating the company’s total seed funding to a substantial $11 million. This infusion of capital comes from a diverse group of investors, including a leading US social media platform, Aleph Group Inc. – an ecosystem of global digital experts and technology-driven solutions for digital marketing, as well as strategic angel investors like Kazuki Ohta, Co-Founder & CEO of Treasure Data; Magnus Lundin, Founder of Heep Agency; Tomas Slimas, Co-Founder of Oberlo (acquired by Shopify), among others.

The world of comic books is not solely dominated by mainstream superheroes and blockbuster franchises. Deep beneath the surface, there exists a vibrant and often overlooked underground and alternative comic book scene. This subculture has been home to a diverse range of creators who have pushed the boundaries of storytelling and art, challenging conventions and giving voice to unique perspectives. In this exploration, we shine a spotlight on lesser-known comic book creators and their invaluable contributions to the underground and alternative comic scenes.