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Why BuzzFeed fell 40%, EU mandates USB-C, Lab-grown ear transplants, Tom Brady’s Series B | E1478

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Charging Towards Change

This chapter explores the EU's push for USB-C as a universal charging standard, emphasizing its potential to reduce electronic waste and increase convenience for consumers. It also critiques Apple's resistance to adopting this standard, spotlighting the implications of proprietary charging solutions on consumer choices and market dynamics. Additionally, the discussion transitions to the rise of athlete-led media ventures, examining how athletes leverage their fame in creating compelling content and what this means for the future of sports storytelling.

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