Reality Bytes: Instagram, Netflix & Gamestop

This week on Reality Bytes, Netflix looks to Microsoft to run its new ads program; Gamestop launches an ill-timed NFT platform; and Instagram lets merchants sell their wares through DMs. See the episode notes below followed by the full video…

🤝 Netflix enlists the help of Microsoft to bring ads to its subscription service. Advertisers rejoice, fans cringe. We dive in.

🖼 Gamestop launches an NFT platform at the worst time possible. We discuss if there’s value in this forward-thinking move.

🛍 Instagram will now allow purchases through direct messages. If it feels like Meta is trying to build a super app, trust your gut.

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