🥃 “Negroni Hotel” — Death & Co’s hotel chain. Costco’s 9am DINK hour. Apple acquires Intel? +Ad-supported Toilet Paper

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Sep 29, 2025

Death & Co. is transforming the cocktail scene into a boutique hotel chain, embracing an anti-brand strategy for unique experiences. Meanwhile, Apple is eyeing Intel for a potential acquisition to boost chip manufacturing in the U.S. Costco's recent early access for members has driven a surge in upgrades, tapping into the trend of paying for exclusivity. Plus, K-pop bands are becoming lucrative investment opportunities, while ad-supported toilet paper is a bizarre new frontier. Don't forget to vote for your favorite bear in Fat Bear Week!

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ANECDOTE

Ad-Supported Toilet Paper Example

In some Chinese public restrooms, users must scan a QR code and watch ads to access toilet paper.
After watching, a mechanism dispenses only three sheets, or you must watch more ads to get more.

ANECDOTE

From Bar To Hotel Chain

Death & Co. founders pivoted from two East Village bars to launching hotels after 20 years building craft-cocktail credibility.
They plan to fund expansion by letting customers invest in hotels and receive perks tied to contributions.

INSIGHT

The Anti-Brand Brand

Death & Co. will create hotels without using a single unified brand name for each property.
They prioritize local authenticity over centralized branding to preserve uniqueness at each location.

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