Spectacle has undermined hacker culture by promoting consumption over participation. The author expresses a preference for personal challenges with machines rather than performative activities like streaming.

Apple hosts a special event that can be streamed online. Viewers can access the event through the Apple Events page.

YouTube generated over $60 billion in revenue in 2025, combining earnings from advertising and paid subscriptions. This revenue significantly exceeds Netflix's $45 billion and marks the first time Google has disclosed YouTube's annual revenue since its acquisition in 2006.