• December 2, 2025
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Shuainan (Shannon) Yang Is Developing an International Path for the Next Generation of Vertical Micro-Drama Makers

China’s fast-growing vertical micro-drama industry—smartphone-native series with one- to two-minute episodes designed for vertical viewing—has become a cultural phenomenon. In 2023, the sector generated roughly US $5.2 billion in China and is now expanding to Hollywood, where micro-drama apps are projected to reach US $1.3 billion in revenue by 2025. Once dismissed as a low-budget…

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  • December 2, 2025
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Can AI Detectors Help Keep Online Writing Honest?

Most online life now runs on text. A teacher opens a late-night essay submission that sounds nothing like a student’s past work. A hiring manager reads a cover letter in which every sentence feels polished in a slightly uncanny way. Or maybe a shopper scrolls through pages of reviews that all repeat the same phrases….

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  • December 2, 2025
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Why Some Startups Choose Alternative PR Models Over Traditional Retainers

Startup founders often face decisions when seeking media coverage. Traditional public relations firms typically charge monthly retainers with variable outcomes. Meanwhile, some newer agencies offer publication-based pricing models. Baden Bower, which reports serving clients globally, represents an approach focused on results-based models. The difference between these approaches reflects broader changes across professional services. Companies increasingly…

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