media

A social media app that feels like the old Instagram days raised  million

There’s a social media app I like using more than Instagram or TikTok — and it’s attracted serious investor interest.The app, called Retro, is an Instagram alternative for sharing photos and videos with close friends or family.The startup behind the app, Lone Palm Labs, has raised at least $21 million in…

Australia’s social media ban for teens is going, uh, pretty badly

Imagine for a moment that you’re an Australian 14-year-old (if you are an Australian 14-year-old, well, thank you for reading Business Insider, first of all. You can skip ahead). Life is already hard enough — your toilets flush the other way, and there’s that whole cane toad problem. But worst of all,…

Meet 22 VCs on the hunt for the next breakout startup in social media

Something has to change, right?Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok have dominated the social media landscape for years. As AI infiltrates every platform — and many corners of our lives — new social media founders, apps, and internet behaviors are emerging.From vibe coding to cultural shifts shaping how people want to connect,…

The Kansas City Chiefs have media ambitions that go way beyond football

Could the next media powerhouse be a sports team?The Kansas City Chiefs are making a big push into branded entertainment, but with a twist: The team has ambitions to compete with traditional media companies. That means it’s not just about using shows to reach fans and promote the team, but…