Medium is taking a stand on AI-generated writing. An email from Medium arrived in my inbox a few days ago describing changes that are coming to the publishing platform. Beginning May 1, 2024, stories with AI-generated writing (disclosed as such or not) are not allowed to be paywalled as part of Medium's Partner Program. Accounts that have fully AI-generated writing behind the paywall may have those stories …
140,000 Packaged Goods Under One Academic Roof
Did you know that you can study the science of packaging at Michigan State University in East Lansing? In the fall of 1952, Packaging was created at Michigan State University as an academic discipline in the Department of Forest Products. The Packaging program was science and mathematics based with strong components in business, sociology and psychology. The first Bachelor of Science degree in Packaging was awarded …
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Adpulp Likes “Domino’s Emergency Pizza”
There's no such thing as a free lunch. But there is such a thing as a free pizza when you order from Domino’s online. We don't bestow trophies upon advertising makers (although I hear there's a lot of money in it), but we do point out when they do something notable. An "Emergency Pizza" from Domino's is notable because of how well it addresses customers' needs. People love free, so there's that, but the way this …
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Learn To Let It Go With Soka
Stress is natural but it can also be lethal. Thus, we need to develop skills to properly manage our daily stresses. In other words, we need to learn to "let it go." Learning to let go is a critical survival skill. It is also the new call to action from Colombian juice brand, Soka. While a juice break can't solve all your problems, it might help you "chill" for a few moments, and that's a small …
Coach Prime and the Sanders Family Are On the Menu
Not every athlete is an entertainer, but Deion Sanders has always been both, and his flashy brand of bravado is made for today's media culture. Sanders, a.k.a. Neon Deion, a.k.a. Coach Prime, is a sensation on the sideline, in the announcer's booth, in the locker room, in a new Amazon Prime series, in his oldest son's collection of made-for-social-media videos, in several new SI articles, on 60 Minutes, and in a …
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Hank, the Buffalo with Wings, Would Like To Have A Word
If you're a college football fan and a Colorado Buffaloes fan in particular, you already know and love Ralphie. He runs the field with five handlers in tow before each home game. Ralphie is a legend. Now, there's a new buffalo* in town. His name is Hank and he works for a chicken wings conglomerate. By brand mascot standards, Hank is a handsome beast, but he also has a bit of a 'tude. Hank proudly states that …
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Corona Makes A “Living Billboard” That Walks Like A Crab
Outdoor advertising is often seen as a blight on the landscape by millions of passers-by in their cars. In many cases, the critics (and would-be shoppers) are spot on in their disdain for the medium. There are a great number of ads in the environment, and a great number of them fail to connect, entertain, or inform. Corona Peru is on another page with this innovative out-of-home effort made in collaboration with …
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The Friendly Pepper Upper Makes A New Pink Ruckus
As if Dr Pepper didn't have enough flavor packed into each syrupy sip, now the Texas-based beverage brand is pouring on the pink with the introduction of Dr Pepper Strawberries & Cream. The brand also claims it's the "new flavor you deserve." I'm unclear about how anyone deserves a flavor, but I am clear about liking the campy nature of these TV ads. Let's …
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