For Institutions
About
Disney+ has joined the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 as a Strategic Partner. The Summit, organized by the UAE Government Media Office, will be held from January 9 to 11, 2026, in Dubai. This collaboration aims to enhance digital content creation and empower creators by leveraging Disney+'s expertise. The Summit will feature global initiatives, including an AI-generated film award and a Creators Ventures Accelerator program. The event underscores the UAE's commitment to becoming a global hub for digital media and the creative economy.
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi sees Japan as a key market for robotaxis, targeting over 10 markets despite high costs. Japan's aging population and limited rural mobility present opportunities. Uber plans to partner with autonomous driving system developers, not build vehicles, to expand its fleet. Asia-Pacific markets, including Hong Kong and Australia, are potential growth areas. Uber collaborates with over 20 partners globally, integrating various self-driving platforms to adapt to regulatory conditions.
MarketBeat's stock screener tool highlights Warner Bros. Discovery, Walt Disney, and Verizon Communications as top entertainment stocks to watch. These companies had the highest dollar trading volume recently. Warner Bros. Discovery operates in media and entertainment, Walt Disney in entertainment and experiences, and Verizon in communications and entertainment. Despite Warner Bros. Discovery's Moderate Buy rating, top analysts recommend other stocks. For more details, refer to MarketBeat's latest research reports.
Cape Town faces a housing crisis exacerbated by a booming tourism industry and the rise of Airbnb rentals. Residents like Fundisa Loza struggle with soaring rental prices, leading to illegal occupation of buildings. Airbnb listings have surged, reducing long-term rental availability and increasing costs. Activists and researchers call for stricter regulations, similar to those in cities like Amsterdam and New York. The city's population growth has outpaced housing supply, intensifying the issue. Locals are being pushed out of their neighborhoods, unable to afford living in their communities.
The popular travel platform's shares have underperformed the market in 2025.
