Starting next month, owners of Telegram channels will begin to receive up to 50% of the income from advertising on their channel. Pavel Durov reported this. We are talking about the advertising that users see at the bottom of the channel without a Premium subscription. For transfers for advertising, Telegram will use the TON blockchain. […]
During the 2024 Mobile World Conference (MWC) held in Barcelona, Samsung unveiled its latest innovation in wearable technology, the Galaxy Ring. This smart ring is designed to streamline the wellness journey by employing cutting-edge sensor technology to collect data from its users, offering them a detailed view of their health metrics. It is equipped with […]
A week following Hamilton’s initial hint at its partnership with Dune: Part Two, the renowned American watchmaker has unveiled the special “Desert Watch” that will appear in the highly anticipated movie. This reveal also includes two limited-edition watches celebrating the collaboration. In a close collaboration with Doug Harlocker, the Prop Master for Dune: Part Two, […]
During Milan Fashion Week, Matthieu Blazy, for Bottega Veneta’s FW24 presentation, incorporated Le Corbusier’s LC14 Cabanon stool and an array of handmade, large-scale glass cacti from Murano, Venice. This marked the third collaboration with Cassina for the event’s seating, featuring a custom version of the LC14 Cabanon stool, developed in partnership with Fondation Le Corbusier. […]
Yoko Ono stands as a pioneering figure in the realms of early conceptual and participatory art, film, performance, celebrated music, and a staunch advocate for global peace. The exhibition YOKO ONO: MUSIC OF THE MIND spans an impressive seven decades, from the 1950s to the present, showcasing the evolution and lasting influence of her groundbreaking, […]
STYLE Bangkok 2024 is set to make a grand return as an international platform for showcasing exceptional design, lifestyle, and fashion, with a special focus on the vibrant artisanal skills from Thailand and Asia. This eagerly awaited event is poised to not only present the finest in design but also to establish new industry standards […]
The Art Newspaper recently reported the discovery of a previously unknown mural by the renowned impressionist painter Paul Cézanne, found during renovations of his childhood residence in Aix-en-Provence, France. This mural, uncovered beneath several layers of plaster and wallpaper, marks the tenth of its kind found within the walls of Bastide du Jas de Bouffan. […]
Following the introduction of the all-titanium Chronomaster Sport, Zenith, the prestigious Swiss watchmaker, has now launched an exciting addition to its Defy Skyline series, featuring a model equipped with a high-frequency tourbillon. Since its debut, the Defy Skyline series has evolved through various iterations, including models with a more compact 36mm case, options with diamond-encrusted […]
Takashi Murakami’s most recent major solo exhibition in Japan, titled Mononoke Kyoto, marks his first in the country in eight years. The exhibition is taking place at the Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art and showcases over 160 pieces that Murakami crafted specifically for the museum’s 90th anniversary celebration. These works were commissioned at the […]
Following numerous postponements, the shipment of Jeff Koons’s collection of 125 sculptures was successfully dispatched to the lunar surface from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral, Florida, in the early hours of today. This endeavor, dubbed “The Moon Phases Project,” was unveiled in 2022 and revolves around a series of NFTs. Initially, the intention […]
It is whispered that in the heart of New York City, during the bustling era of the mid-20th century, a serendipitous encounter unfolded between the renowned Mexican muralist Diego Rivera and the Filipino artist Victorio Edades. Legend speaks of a pivotal dialogue they shared, brimming with enthusiasm, on the influential role of murals in conveying […]
Following the launch of its largest Paris flagship store in December, Saint Laurent’s creative director, Anthony Vaccarello, is further intertwining the brand with its Parisian heritage by unveiling a new, architecturally captivating space. Named Saint Laurent Babylone, this cultural oasis situated on Rue de Grenelle is not just an ordinary bookstore; it is a sanctuary […]
In a groundbreaking announcement, OpenAI, the leading artificial intelligence research lab known for its revolutionary AI models, has introduced Sora, a new AI system that promises to redefine the boundaries of machine learning and artificial intelligence. Sora, which stands for “Sophisticated Operational Response Automaton,” is designed to be a multi-faceted AI that can perform a […]
The interdisciplinary art group teamLab has unveiled its latest Borderless digital art museum, now situated at Azabudai Hills in Tokyo (for more on this, refer to designboom’s earlier report). The museum is set to open on February 9, 2024, and features a collection of over 50 interactive artworks that seamlessly interact with each other to […]
Revealed at the Palais de Tokyo during Paris Fashion Week Menswear for the Fall/Winter 2024 season, the HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE AW24 line, christened “Immersed in the Wilds of Creativity,” showcases the vibrant fruits of a joint creative endeavor with French designer Ronan Bouroullec. Rather than merely exhibiting Bouroullec’s signature series “Drawing” as a static […]
The Salone del Mobile is poised to unveil its 62nd edition with a renewed focus on user-friendly pavilion designs. © Delfino Sisto Legnani Stay informed with our daily and weekly newsletters and explore our Product Library—a comprehensive digital resource offering direct insights from manufacturers and serving as an invaluable tool for project development. Mark your […]
The “Star Wars” saga continues to reign as one of the most formidable and beloved film series, amassing a staggering total revenue exceeding $10.3 billion USD. Its influence extends beyond the silver screen into television, video games, merchandise, and even a selection of themed clothing. Now, the film that launched the epic prequel trilogy, “Star […]
MSCHF has introduced a new leather handbag called the Global Supply Chain Telephone, crafted through a collaborative effort by creative minds and artisans from four leather factories across the globe. This unique bag incorporates design features from renowned purse styles of luxury brands Hermès, Dior, Balenciaga, and Celine, merging them into a singular creation. The […]
Apple Inc. has launched a cutting-edge multimodal AI tool named MGIE, designed for image manipulation. This innovative model allows users to simply articulate their desired outcomes, and the AI will execute the necessary modifications accordingly. With MGIE, users have the flexibility to add or remove elements, adjust objects, enhance contrast, or create the illusion of […]
Desert X has returned to AlUla, Saudi Arabia, for its third iteration, transforming the region’s ethereal terrain into a platform for modern sculpture and earthworks. The current exhibition, “In the Presence of Absence,” invites attendees to delve into the invisible and ineffable aspects of this age-old desert area. For its first-ever expansion, Desert X AlUla […]
A group of student researchers has successfully deciphered ancient Greek script on a scroll that was charred during the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. This breakthrough could not only unveil a text that was once unreadable but also herald new uses of artificial intelligence in archaeology. Originating from the opulent Roman villa […]
Switzerland’s premier art fair, Art Basel, is set to unveil an extensive program that spans the entire city for its 2024 edition. The fair will feature 287 participating galleries from 40 different nations, including 22 newcomers who will be exhibiting at the event for the first time. The 2024 edition will be the inaugural year […]
After two decades of acclaim in the fashion industry, particularly for his exquisite gowns, Zac Posen became a household name in womenswear. His 2019 announcement of the shuttering of his House of Z label sparked curiosity about his future endeavors. Now, Posen is poised for a comeback, having been appointed the new creative director at […]
In celebration of its 150th anniversary, Piaget is reintroducing a cherished Polo watch model that captures the essence of 1980s glamour and sporty elegance. This reimagined version of the 1979 Polo watch is a faithful homage to its predecessor, featuring a design that evokes a sense of nostalgia while honoring the original with its name. […]