Amazon has announced full control of the James Bond Franchise
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Home Articles Business Development Marketing Digital Marketing Product Strategy Supply Chain News Governance & Leadership General Technology & Innovation Trade & Supply Chain About Us Contact Legal X On February 20, 2025, Amazon MGM Studios, a subsidiary of Amazon announced it had taken full control of the James Bond, solidifying its grip on one of the most valuable franchises in entertainment. In March 2022, Amazon Studios acquired MGM Holdings for $8.5 billion to form Amazon MGM Studios. This deal was finalized on October 3, 2023, which allowed the company to gain access to a massive film library, including the distribution of the James Bond franchise. However, at the time, it didn’t have full creative control, because the original producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli retained creative control over the franchise. But, that has now changed. They have full control over the production, storyline, and future decisions of the franchise. What Happens Next? Now, with Amazon securing complete control over James Bond, the possibilities for the franchise expand beyond just blockbuster films. You see, the Bond franchise, is known for its global appeal, which could now be leveraged in new ways. For example, exclusive Bond spinoffs, TV series, or even interactive experiences could be made and tailored for Prime Video subscribers. This control is not just about owning content; it’s about locking consumers into the Amazon ecosystem. By controlling Bond, Amazon gains a prestige franchise that could drive Prime Video subscriptions, offer exclusive merchandise, or create new business opportunities, like Bond-themed partnerships with Amazon’s retail and gaming divisions. This isn’t just about making movies; we could see it as the Amazonification of one of the most recognizable brands in film history. And also a strategic move to position the company as a media powerhouse, competing with the likes of Disney and Netflix. What Happens Next? While Amazon is expanding in entertainment, it’s also quietly cutting off what’s not working. The Amazon Appstore on Windows 11, which allows users to install Android apps on Windows, is shutting down. It never truly gained traction, struggling against Google Play and Apple’s App Store, both of which dominate the mobile app space.For Amazon, this move makes sense. The company has long been experimenting in mobile and software ecosystems, from its failed Fire Phone to the Alexa-powered devices that did gain traction. But keeping an app store alive—one that was barely being used—doesn’t align with where Amazon is headed. Instead of trying to fight Apple and Google in their home territory, Amazon is shifting resources to where it has the most control: e-commerce, AI, and content streaming. A Bigger Shift in Amazon’s Strategy? What we’re seeing here is a clear reallocation of priorities. Amazon is focusing on areas where it can have monopoly-like dominance, rather than competing in spaces where it’s an underdog. The Bond acquisition strengthens Amazon’s control over entertainment. The Appstore shutdown signals a retreat from mobile software where Amazon has little leverage. Amazon’s broader play seems to be content, cloud computing, and AI-driven services—areas where it has far more control and revenue potential. While some companies try to expand into every industry possible, Amazon is proving that knowing when to exit is just as important as knowing where to invest. Amazon’s latest moves are more than just isolated business decisions—they are signs of a long-term strategy unfolding in real time. As it tightens its grip on James Bond, the company is strengthening its media empire. And it cuts off dead weight by shutting down the Amazon Appstore on Windows 11. These changes suggest that Amazon’s focus in the coming years will be on controlling premium content, leveraging AI, and refining its core businesses rather than chasing tech trends that don’t offer a competitive advantage.The question is—what’s next? If Amazon is willing to let go of entire divisions while doubling down on entertainment and AI, does this mean we’ll see even bigger acquisitions or unexpected pivots soon? 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Home Articles Business Development Marketing Digital Marketing Product Strategy Supply Chain News Governance & Leadership General Technology & Innovation Trade & Supply Chain About Us Contact Legal X On Monday, February 17, 2025, a Delta Air Lines flight from Minneapolis, carrying 80 passengers and crew members, crashed at Toronto Pearson International Airport and flipped upside down upon impact. Despite the severity of the crash, no fatalities have been reported. What led to the crash? The plane attempted to land on the runway at the airport. However, when the plane’s landing gear made contact with it, it skidded and flipped over to rest upside down. Reports indicate that the airport was experiencing strong winds and snow, which may have contributed to the crash. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Transportation Safety Board of Canada and the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board. Aviation expert J. Joseph suggested that the rate of descent may have been too fast, leading to a hard landing. Other experts noted that the plane’s wings absorbed much of the impact, which helped protect the passengers and crew from what could have been a disastrous event. Deborah Flint, CEO of Toronto Pearson Airport, stated that most passengers had only minor injuries and some have already been released from the hospital after receiving medical care. Market Reaction Delta Air Lines’ stock began to decline on February 13, 2025, following the crash. The stock dropped by 3.42% that day, closing at $64.06. The decline continued the next day, with the stock falling further by 1.59% to $64.35. This incident adds to a series of aviation-related over the past few months. While it raises questions about air travel safety, experts continue to emphasize that flying remains one of the safest modes of transportation. Post tag : Founder, Chief Content Officer & Web Developer Categories General Supply Chain Business Development Product strategy CRITICAl Thinking Recent Post China Retaliates: Imposes 15% Tariffs on U.S. Coal and Gas Washington DC plane crash: What we know so far DeepSeek AI Revolution: Nvidia Stock Plummets Amid AI Breakthrough – Everything You Need to Know Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. * EmailConfirm EmailSubscribe to receive weekly updates on the latest news, articles, and business insights from EverythingEmakess. Subscribe Everything with Emakess.Be in our past. Be in our Present. Grow with us. Quora Tumblr Medium Get In Touch Info@everythingemakess.com 24/7 Quicklinks Menu Home Articles Business Development Marketing Digital Marketing Product Strategy Supply Chain News Governance & Leadership General Technology & Innovation Trade & Supply Chain About Us Contact Legal Newsletter Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. * EmailConfirm EmailSubscribe to receive weekly updates on the latest news, articles, and business insights from EverythingEmakess. Subscribe Copyright © 2025 EVERYTHINGEMAKESS Sitemap Privacy Policy Terms & Services
Home Articles Business Development Marketing Digital Marketing Product Strategy Supply Chain News Governance & Leadership General Technology & Innovation Trade & Supply Chain About Us Contact Legal X On Wednesday the 29th, an American Airlines passenger flight collided with a U.S. Army BlackHawk helicopter over the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Washington, D.C, 5km South of the White House. The passenger jet had 64 people on board. The flight was from Wichita, Arkansas, to Washington, D.C., and was about to make a landing when the crash occurred. What happened? In the events leading to the crash, the airport’s traffic control (ATC) permitted the passenger flight to land on runway 33. A few seconds later, they alerted the Blackhawk, which was conducting a nighttime drill in the area and was heading towards the passenger flight, to pass behind it. Both planes crashed midair and fell into the river when the passenger flight was turning to its designated runway while the military jet also turned in the same direction. Aviation experts are shocked at the event and confused about what went wrong. So far, officials say there are no survivors, while 28 bodies have been recovered. In total, there were 67 people on board both aircraft. Recovery efforts are ongoing, with significant challenges due to the cold water conditions. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause of the crash. Post tag : Founder, Chief Content Officer & Web Developer Categories General Supply Chain Business Development Product strategy CRITICAl Thinking Recent Post DeepSeek AI Revolution: Nvidia Stock Plummets Amid AI Breakthrough – Everything You Need to Know AI Regulations 2025: How the World’s Major Economies Are Shaping the Future of Technology $TRUMP, what is it about? Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. * EmailConfirm EmailSubscribe to receive weekly updates on the latest news, articles, and business insights from EverythingEmakess. Subscribe Everything with Emakess.Be in our past. Be in our Present. Grow with us Quora Tumblr Get In Touch work@everythingemakess.com 24/7 Quicklinks Menu Home Articles Business Development Marketing Digital Marketing Product Strategy Supply Chain News Governance & Leadership General Technology & Innovation Trade & Supply Chain About Us Contact Legal Newsletter Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. * EmailConfirm EmailSubscribe to receive weekly updates on the latest news, articles, and business insights from EverythingEmakess. Subscribe Copyright © 2024 EVERYTHINGEMAKESS Privacy Policy Terms & Services
Home Articles Business Development Marketing Digital Marketing Product Strategy Supply Chain News Governance & Leadership General Technology & Innovation Trade & Supply Chain About Us Contact Legal X Product Strategy Japan Earthquake Prompts Tsunami Warning for Coastal Regions January 13, 2025 An earthquake measuring 6.9 struck off the coast of Japan on Monday, January 13, 2025, leading to a tsunami warning for several coastal regions. The earthquake occurred at 9:19 PM local time, with its epicentre located approximately 30 kilometres (18.6 miles) off the coast of Kyushu. According to sources, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued the warning immediately after the tremor, advising residents in affected areas to move to higher ground and stay tuned to local emergency broadcasts. Initial reports suggest the quake was felt across several areas, but no significant damage or casualties have been reported at this time. It is not the first time the country has been hit with earthquakes or tsunamis. Japan is prone to seismic activity because of its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area in the Pacific Ocean where several earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur. The most devastating in recent history was the Tōhoku Earthquake and Tsunami on March 11, 2011, which had a magnitude of 9.0 and led to over 18,000 deaths and the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster. Post tag : Danny Emakess Founder, Chief Content Officer & Web Developer Categories General Supply Chain Business Development Product strategy CRITICAl Thinking Recent Post New Year celebrations: how it looked like around the world Jeju air flight disaster: bird strike or something else? Santa Claus rally has begun, are you ready? Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. * EmailConfirm EmailSubscribe to receive weekly updates on the latest news, articles, and business insights from EverythingEmakess. Subscribe Everything with Emakess.Be in our past. Be in our Present. Grow with us Quora Tumblr Get In Touch work@everythingemakess.com 24/7 Quicklinks Menu Home Articles Business Development Marketing Digital Marketing Product Strategy Supply Chain News Governance & Leadership General Technology & Innovation Trade & Supply Chain About Us Contact Legal Newsletter Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. * EmailConfirm EmailSubscribe to receive weekly updates on the latest news, articles, and business insights from EverythingEmakess. Subscribe Copyright © 2024 EVERYTHINGEMAKESS Privacy Policy Terms & Services
Home Articles Business Development Marketing Digital Marketing Product Strategy Supply Chain News Governance & Leadership General Technology & Innovation Trade & Supply Chain About Us Contact Legal X General New Year celebrations: how it looked like around the world January 1, 2025 As of today, 1 January 2025, we have officially entered 2025, and people worldwide gathered to welcome the New Year in their unique way, blending traditions with celebrations. Let us see the timeline of events worldwide. In Japan, the New Year, or “Shogatsu as they call it,” is marked by eating soba noodles, symbolizing longevity. Following these traditions, Japanese families often continue the celebrations with a special New Year’s meal called Osechi Ryori, consisting of arranged dishes with symbolic meanings such as prosperity, health, and happiness. Children then receive small envelopes containing money, known as Otoshidama, which adds to the excitement. The viewing of the first sunrise of the new year, called Hatsuhinode, is also important and symbolizes new beginnings. On January 2nd, the tradition of Kakizome will involve writing the first calligraphy of the year and expressing wishes or resolutions. The sending and receiving of Nengajo, or New Year’s postcards, with goodwill messages is also a common practice. In China, homes are cleaned to sweep away bad luck, and red decorations are used to usher prosperity. Following these preparations, families gather for a reunion dinner on New Year’s Eve, enjoying dishes like dumplings and niangao, symbolizing prosperity. Then Elders give red envelopes filled with money to children for good luck, and at midnight, fireworks and firecrackers are set off to ward off evil spirits. Traditional lion and dragon dances are performed, adding vibrancy to the festivities. People will visit relatives and friends to exchange good wishes and gifts, as many families watch the Spring Festival Gala on television. The celebrations culminate with the Lantern Festival on the 15th day, where lanterns are lit and released into the sky, symbolizing the letting go of the past year and welcoming new beginnings. For Scotland, the Hogmanay celebration begins with vibrant fire festivals and the cherished “first-footing” tradition, where the first visitor of the year brings gifts and good luck. After these initial festivities, the celebrations continue with street parties in cities like Edinburgh, featuring live music, dancing, and spectacular fireworks. They illuminate the streets with torchlights generating a firework of grand displays. People in community centres and homes dance Ceilidh a traditional dance to bring them together. On New Year’s Day, the brave participate in the “Loony Dook,” plunging into the freezing waters of the River Forth to welcome the New Year. The celebrations often extend into January 2nd, a public holiday in Scotland, allowing for continued festivities and family gatherings. In Spain, after their custom of eating twelve grapes at midnight—one for each tick of the clock to ensure a year of good luck—the celebrations continue with lively festivities. Many people head to local plazas or streets to join in communal parties, dancing, and fireworks displays. Families and friends then gather to enjoy festive meals which include traditional Spanish dishes, such as tapas and seafood. The celebrations are filled with joy, music, and dancing, often lasting until early the morning. The following day, January 1st, is a public holiday, giving everyone time to relax and recover from the night’s festivities. This vibrant continuation of New Year’s Eve celebrations highlights the Spanish love for community, good food, and merrymaking. In the United States, after the Times Square ball drop, celebrations continued with people attending parties, watching more fireworks displays, and celebrating until early the morning. The following day, many enjoy a restful start to the New Year, often watching parades and football games. As for Brazil, after offering flowers to Yemanja and enjoying the spectacular fireworks, the festivities continue on the beaches with music, dancing, and socializing. The next day serves as a time for relaxation and reflection, with many people spending time with family and friends, this is also seen in Cape Town, after the lively street parades and dazzling fireworks, the celebrations continue with music, dancing, and social gatherings that last into the night. The next day, people often relax with family and friends, enjoying barbecues and reflecting on the festivities. In Nigeria, after the church services and lively celebrations, communities come together to share meals and spend quality time with loved ones. For Australia, as they are the first to usher in the new year, Sydney’s Harbour fireworks are world-famous, attracting visitors from all over to witness the breathtaking display. And In New Zealand, after welcoming the New Year with traditional Maori ceremonies and festive events, the celebrations often continue with outdoor activities, barbecues, and beach outings. People spend time with loved ones, enjoying the summer weather and reflecting on the new beginnings. Cultural insights and fun facts Denmark: People leap off chairs at midnight to “jump” into the New Year. Ecuador: Locals burn effigies of famous people to banish the old year’s bad luck. 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Home Articles Business Development Marketing Digital Marketing Product Strategy Supply Chain News Governance & Leadership General Technology & Innovation Trade & Supply Chain About Us Contact Legal X Product Strategy Jeju air flight disaster: bird strike or something else? December 30, 2024 Every time an aeroplane takes off, it’s not just a marvel of engineering; it’s a dance with nature. Amid the advancements in aviation technology, one simple challenge continues to pose significant risks: bird strikes. More Common Than You Think Bird strikes are not rare. They are more frequent than many people realize. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, around 14,000 bird strikes are reported in the United States alone each year and, although it does not usually result in a disaster, there is still a potential for severe damage to lives, and aircraft. For example, consider the “Miracle on the Hudson” in 2009, where a bird strike forced US Airways Flight 1549 to make an emergency landing on the Hudson River. Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger’s efforts saved all 155 passengers and crew, showing the gravity of bird strikes and the importance of preparedness in the airspace. Jeju Air Flight disaster, bird strike or something else? In other cases, too, it could end in a disaster. An example is the recent airplane crash in South Korea. On Sunday morning, December 29, 2024, Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 crashed, resulting in the deaths of 179 passengers, with only 2 crew members surviving out of the 181 passengers on board. Although the crash is still under investigation, a bird strike has not been ruled out as a possible cause. The disaster occurred at the Muan International Airport, where the flight was returning from Thailand. At 8:54 am, Air Traffic Control gave the flight permission to land, but at 8:57 am they issued a warning about birds in the area. At 8:59 am, one of the pilots reported hitting a bird and issued a mayday distress call, aborting the previous landing, according to Firstpost. The pilot then received permission to land in the opposite direction. The flight changed course mid-air and landed halfway on the runway. During this, the flight failed to deploy its wheels, went off course a few kilometres, and ultimately crashed into a concrete wall, bursting into flames. But who is to blame apart from the possible bird strike? This disaster involved a Boeing 737-800, raising questions about the deployment issue with the landing gear and concerns about safety with Boeing aircraft. Why do birds strike and the challenges of mitigating it? Bird strikes happen mainly because birds and aircraft share the same airspace, especially near airports which often are close to natural habitats. Birds migrate, sometimes in large numbers, passing through flight paths sometimes in search of food. These food sources near airports attract them, and at times weather conditions can disorient them, making them fly at lower altitudes. These shifts can increase the risk of bird strikes. For example, warmer temperatures may alter migration timings, and expanding urban areas can expand towards natural bird habitats, pushing them closer to airports. And since birds are unpredictable, their migration patterns can change due to environmental factors like climate change or urban development. Airports, often located near water bodies or green spaces that attract birds, must adapt their bird management strategies. What is being done to Keep the Skies Safe? 1.Wildlife Management Programs Many airports have teams dedicated to managing and monitoring bird activity. For instance, at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, wildlife biologists use some techniques to manage bird activity. They modify the habitat to make the area less attractive to birds, deploy noise cannons to scare them away, or even work with trained falcons to deter other birds from the airport vicinity. 2.Bird radar and other advancements Airports use radar systems that can detect bird movements and provide real-time data to air traffic controllers and in turn, they provide this information to pilots. 3.Predictive Analytic Airports and aviation authorities collect massive amounts of data on bird activity, flight patterns, and environmental conditions. This data is then analyzed using machine learning algorithms to identify trends and predict where and when bird strikes are most likely to occur. For example, these algorithms can analyze historical data to detect seasonal patterns in bird migration and activity around specific airports, which are used to modify flight schedules to ensure safer flights and passenger transportation. Now, while technology like radar systems and predictive analytics can help, they are not foolproof unless there is collaboration between all stakeholders in the airspace and environmentalists. Post tag : Danny Emakess Founder, Chief Content Officer & Web Developer Categories General Supply Chain Business Development Product strategy CRITICAl Thinking Recent Post Jeju air flight disaster: bird strike or something else? Santa Claus rally has begun, are you ready? Nissan and Honda has announced plan to form a joint company Subscribe Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. * EmailConfirm EmailSubscribe to receive weekly updates on the latest news, articles, and business insights from EverythingEmakess. Subscribe Everything with Emakess.Be in our past. Be in our Present. 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