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Sotheby’s sells record $7.3bn of art so far in 2021

15-12-2021 19:29

Auction house credits younger, tech-savvy collectors for highest annual sales in its 277-year historySotheby’s has sold a record $7.3bn (£5.5bn) worth of art and other collectibles so far this year – the most in its 277-year history.The auction house said on Wednesday that an “influx of younger, tech-savvy collectors” buying luxury items such as handbags, jewellery, wine and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) during the pandemic had helped lift sales to the record high. Con

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‘A weird meta experience’: artist has @metaverse handle restored after Meta disables it

15-12-2021 09:00

Thea-Mai Baumann reflects on making art in the web 3.0 world and digital disappearing actsThea-Mai Baumann’s Instagram profile is an eclectic mix of pink-lipped selfies, David Bowie memes, colorful recordings of her hologram artwork, shots of skyscrapers in Shanghai and portraits of friends tinted in Valencia, Amaro and Toaster, all filters from Instagram’s early days.Baumann’s account, which operates under the handle @metaverse, features 10 years of her life and work. All that

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The 2021 Australia good gift guide: 160 Christmas present ideas including last minute options

15-12-2021 01:41

From presents that give back to edible treats, Guardian Australia and a team of guest editors select the best gifts and shopping options to please everyone from kids to chronic grumps this ChristmasWe’ve been warned: shop early or risk disappointment. Between supply chain chaos, local delivery woes and the ongoing pandemic, getting your end-of-year gifts in order is going to take a bit of extra planning in 2021.So we’ve made a list – of gift ideas that are local, sustainable, s

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Why Podcasting Might Be A Passing Fad For Media Companies

15-12-2021 00:01 via niemanlab.org

For several years, a mixture of denial and deep optimism have kept up the facade. News outlet leaders believe that, since others are perceived to have success with podcasting, their payoff must be right around the corner. – NiemanLab

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