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Boardroom is a sports, media and entertainment brand co-founded by Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman and focused on the intersection of sports and entertainment. Boardroom’s flagship media arm features premium video/audio, editorial, daily and weekly newsletters, showcasing how athletes, executives, musicians and creators are moving the business world forward. Boardroom’s ecosystem encompasses B2B events and experiences (such as its renowned NBA and WNBA All-Star events) as well as ticketed conferences such as Game Plan in partnership with CNBC. Our advisory arm serves to consult and connect athletes, brands and executives with our broader network and initiatives.

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OpenAI is forecasting a rapid rise in advertising revenue, projecting $2.5 billion in 2026 and as much as $100 billion by 2030, according to a report from Axios. The growth is tied to expanding ad placements in ChatGPT and expectations of massive user scale. Early tests in the U.S. have already generated significant revenue, positioning OpenAI to challenge digital ad leaders like Google and Meta.

Stefano Gabbana is stepping down as chairman of Dolce & Gabbana, with Alfonso Dolce set to take over the role. Gabbana will remain involved creatively alongside co-founder Domenico Dolce. The shift comes as the brand explores refinancing tied to its debt, though analysts expect little impact on its creative direction.

Chris Brown and Usher are teaming up for a joint stadium tour, R&B: Raymond & Brown, with dates and cities to be revealed. The longtime collaborators previously teamed on hits including “New Flame,” “Party,” and the 2025 remix “It Depends,” featuring Bryson Tiller. Tour dates will be announced soon, marking a major R&B reunion for the two longtime chart-topping performers in the coming months.

YouTube is increasing U.S. subscription prices across its Premium tiers for the first time since 2023, with its ad-free plan now set at $15.99 per month. Family, Lite, and Music plans are also seeing modest hikes. The company says the changes will support creators and platform quality. Meanwhile, YouTube pushed back on viral claims that it is testing 90-second unskippable ads on TVs, saying no such format currently exists.

Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin and ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro are the first two announced speakers for the upcoming Game Plan Summit, returning for its fourth edition at Fanatics Fest in New York City on July 16. Hosted by CNBC Sport and Boardroom, the summit will focus on the future of sports media, fan engagement, and commerce, with additional speakers to be announced in the coming weeks.

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Welcome to Wrexham has secured a rare three-season renewal from FX, extending the hit series through Season 8. The show, led by club owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac, continues to follow Wrexham AFC’s rapid rise. Season 5, premiering in May, will track the team’s push toward promotion as its real-life success fuels the show’s growing global appeal.

CoreWeave shares jumped after the company announced a multi-year deal to support Anthropic’s Claude platform. The agreement expands CoreWeave’s growing role in powering major AI systems, alongside recent large-scale commitments from Meta. The company now works with nearly all leading AI model providers as demand for compute infrastructure accelerates, highlighting intense competition and heavy investment across the AI cloud sector.

The New York New Jersey Host Committee has named Eli Manning, Midge Purce, and Josh Hart as official ambassadors for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The trio will promote the NY–NJ region ahead of the tournament, which includes the final at MetLife Stadium. The announcement comes with 100 days remaining until the championship match.

Tesla is reportedly developing a new compact electric SUV in Shanghai aimed at pricing below the Tesla Model 3. The stripped-down model is expected to feature a lighter build, a single motor, and a smaller battery to reduce costs. The move signals a shift from Elon Musk’s earlier robotaxi-first strategy, as Tesla looks to boost demand with a more affordable, high-volume entry-level vehicle.

Waymo and Waze are launching a pilot program that uses autonomous vehicle data to identify potholes and share real-time insights with cities through the Waze for Cities platform. The initiative aims to improve road maintenance and safety by supplementing traditional reporting methods. The data will also alert drivers in supported areas, with initial rollouts in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Austin, and Atlanta.

FC Cincinnati is exploring a potential move to bring Neymar to MLS, according to ESPN. The club has made early contact with his representatives to assess interest and financial feasibility. Neymar remains under contract with Santos FC through 2026, with any decision expected after the World Cup. The star forward has recently dealt with injury issues and limited appearances as speculation around his future intensifies.

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