Articles by author: Matt Fraanje
The rapid downfall of cryptocurrency exchange FTX has piqued the interest of the world, but is it a crypto or even a regulation story? Or is it simply a cautionary tale of business mismanagement? There are many lenses from which to view the story from, with no consensus yet formed. Charlton Haupt, CEO of […]
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Adapting the SLR Magic of Anamorphic Filmmaking to the Panasonic Lumix Ecosystem Creates Endless Filmmaking Possibilities
The Panasonic Lumix System revolutionized independent filmmaking through the convergence of a handheld DSLR style body, larger than video camera sensors for a narrow depth of field, and the versatility and utility of interchangeable lenses. By being mirrorless and with the use of adapters, a broad gamut of vintage and modern lenses became available for […]
AV is Bridging the Gap Between the Real World and the Metaverse at Industry Conferences
How is AV helping bridge the gap between the real world and the metaverse? Some of the best examples can be seen in the midst of large-scale trade shows and industry events. For example, ETHDenver, an annual blockchain conference held in Denver, Colorado, hosts more than 20,000 technologists every year to innovate and develop […]
Why Authentic Content Should Be at the Forefront of Your Company’s Marketing Strategy
Media today is the most powerful it’s ever been, and with the introduction of new channels to consume it daily, the consumer can become easily overwhelmed with a plethora of choices. How does your channel stand out? Authentic media might be the clickbait. With the likes of TikTok, YouTube, and streaming services like Spotify, […]
Is Today’s Biggest Crypto Story Even About Crypto?
The rapid downfall of cryptocurrency exchange FTX has piqued the interest of the world, but is it a crypto or even a regulation story? Or is it simply a cautionary tale of business mismanagement? There are many lenses from which to view the story from, with no consensus yet formed. Charlton Haupt, CEO of […]
Why Gustavo Petro’s Fossil Fuel Plan is Bittersweet for Colombian Businesses
Newly elected Colombian President Gustavo Petro has pledged that “the world needs an immediate withdrawal from the oil and gas industry”, marking a huge step towards net zero emissions. Starting by cutting back production significantly in his own country, Petro’s plan is not being received well by local communities who are feeling the full […]
How Card Issuers and Merchants Maneuvered One Year of Mastercard’s Magstripe Phase Out
Coming up on one year from the official announcement, retailers and card issuers rejoiced at Mastercard’s announcement that by 2024, issuers will no longer be required to use magnetic stripes on their credit and debit cards. In response to growing security concerns for storing customer credit card information on a magnetic stripe, EMV chip-based cards […]
Independent Grocers to Build SNAP Ecommerce Programs with New USDA Grant
In a win for U.S. consumers and grocers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service is seeking applications for a $5 million competitive grant to help expand the number of independent retailers and grocers accepting supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) benefits for online shopping. With approximately 41.5 million people participating in the SNAP program […]