Morning Brew Daily Brazilian Users Panic After X Ban & Ticketmaster Fumbles Again?
Sep 3, 2024
Brazil's Supreme Court has stirred a social media storm by banning X, forcing millions to seek new platforms. Meanwhile, a massive hotel workers' strike impacts one of the busiest weekends in the industry. Fans of Oasis face frustration with Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing as they scramble for reunion tour tickets. Adding to the chaos, disputes between DirecTV and Disney leave viewers in the dark. Lastly, a quirky debate emerges over whether the U.S. still needs the penny, raising questions about its future.
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X Blocked in Brazil
- X was blocked in Brazil after refusing to appoint a local legal representative.
- This followed a dispute between Elon Musk and Justice Alexandre de Moraes.
Hotel Workers Strike
- Over 10,000 hotel union employees in 25 U.S. cities went on strike on Sunday.
- They demanded higher pay, increased staffing, and reduced workloads after COVID-era cutbacks.
Disney vs. DirecTV
- Disney-owned channels went dark on DirecTV after a distribution deal failure.
- DirecTV blames Disney's greed, while Disney says its channels are worth the cost.