PP 2: Global Media
In today’s interconnected world, trends in entertainment, popular culture, business, education, and politics are no longer confined to individual countries. Globalization and technological advancements have made it possible for cultural movements, business models, educational philosophies, and political ideas to spread across borders. Several current trends are shaping the way societies around the world function. These trends have the potential to make their way to the United States, especially with the help of widespread publicity and free media coverage. One of the most significant global trends in entertainment is the rise of streaming platforms, such as Netflix , Disney + , and TikTok , which have revolutionized how people consume media. This trend is not limited to Western countries. In fact, the success of Korean dramas and K-pop, particularly the global sensation BTS , has shown how entertainment from non-Western countries can become mainstream worldwide. The Netflix serie...