KITH, Armani Team Up With Knicks Ahead of NBA Playoffs
KITH is teaming up with Giorgio Armani on a limited-edition playoff collection for the New York Knicks, led by KITH founder and Knicks creative director Ronnie Fieg. The capsule blends Knicks-inspired blue and orange with elevated neutrals and bold โPLAYOFFSโ graphics. With New York currently sitting third in the Eastern Conference and chasing redemption after last yearโs second-round playoff exit, the drop arrives April 13 via KITH.
Zendaya Expands On Partnership With New Co-Designed Collection
Zendaya has teamed up with On to co-design a new footwear and apparel capsule alongside stylist Law Roach. Blending performance and lifestyle design, the collection is brought to life through a campaign film directed by Spike Jonze. Titled โShape of Dreams,โ the spot visualizes Zendayaโs creative process inside a dreamlike studio, continuing her ongoing partnership with the brand.
Federal Investigation Targets NFL Media Deals Amid Antitrust Concerns
The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a probe into whether the NFL is using media rights deals to limit competition and drive up costs for fans. While the league benefits from longstanding antitrust protections under the Sports Broadcasting Act, critics argue that todayโs fragmented streaming landscape makes games harder to access. The NFL maintains that most games remain widely available, as lawmakers push for closer scrutiny.
Bad Bunny, Karol G Help Push Latin Music to $1B U.S. Milestone
Latin music continues its surge in the U.S., hitting a record $1 billion in wholesale revenue in 2025, according to the Recording Industry Association of America. Now accounting for 8.8% of the market, the genre has grown for a decade straight, powered largely by streaming, which drives over 98% of revenue. Global stars like Bad Bunny and Karol G continue fueling momentum, as fan demand expands across platforms and formats.
Sabrina Ionescuโs Nike Signature Line Levels Up With Sabrina 4
Nike and Sabrina Ionescu have unveiled the Sabrina 4, the latest chapter in one of basketballโs fastest-rising signature lines. Building on a model embraced across all levels of the game, the new release reflects Ionescuโs steady evolution and growing impact on hoops culture. Paired with a new apparel range, the collection debuts this summer following its global reveal during her Asia tour.
Meta Expands CoreWeave Pact With $21B Boost in AI Push
Meta is doubling down on AI, committing an additional $21 billion to cloud provider CoreWeave on top of an existing $14.2 billion deal. The long-term agreement, running through the early 2030s, underscores the soaring cost of AI infrastructure and demand for computing power. As Meta builds its own data centers, it continues to rely on partners like CoreWeave to scale its ambitions in the increasingly competitive AI race.
Amazon’s Prime Video Makes Masters Streaming Debut
Amazon made its debut as a broadcaster of the Masters on Thursday, becoming just the fourth media partner in the eventโs history. Through Prime Video, the company aired two hours of exclusive early-round coverage on Thursday and will do so again on Friday. The move marks a rare expansion for the traditionally selective tournament, with Amazon following strict broadcast rules and keeping the stream separate from its broader retail platform.
Paramount Global Bets on Books With New Publishing Expansion
Paramount Global is expanding with the launch of Paramount Global Publishing, a new imprint designed to extend its franchises and build original IP. Rolling out first in North America, the division will produce books across print, digital, and audio formats for audiences of all ages. The move comes years after Paramount divested its former publishing arm, Simon & Schuster, marking a renewed push into the book business.
Kawhi Leonard, New Balance Unveil Kawhi 5 Signature Sneaker
Kawhi Leonard and New Balance have officially unveiled the Kawhi 5, the latest entry in his signature sneaker line that features updated cushioning and support tailored to elite two-way play. Leonard also serves as creative director for the launch campaign, which will roll out alongside a matching apparel capsule when the collection releases in Summer 2026.
Pink Takes Center Stage as Host of the Tony Awards
Pink will host the upcoming Tony Awards, bringing the global pop star to Broadwayโs biggest night at Radio City Music Hall on June 7. A longtime theater fan with songs featured in major productions, Pink called the role a career honor. Organizers praised her crossover appeal and live-performance energy, saying sheโs well-suited to spotlight Broadwayโs talent and help expand its audience worldwide for the CBS-televised ceremony.
NBC Sports Brings Overtimeโs OT7 League to National Television
NBC Sports is partnering with Overtime to bring its OT7 7-on-7 football league to national television, expanding coverage of one of the fastest-growing platforms for high school football prospects. Select playoff and championship games will air June 13โ14 on NBC and Peacock. The deal also extends into All-American Bowl programming and original content, spotlighting top recruits and NFL veterans coaching across the circuit.
Tubi Launches First Major Streaming App Inside ChatGPT
Tubi is launching a native app inside ChatGPT, becoming the first major streamer to embed its discovery experience directly within the tool. Users can enter prompts to receive curated recommendations from its 300,000-title library, with direct links to watch. The move reflects rising competition in streaming discovery and a shift toward meeting audiences inside AI platforms.
Image: Courtesy of Ronnie Fieg