Historically, "quality" in media was defined by high production values and narrative depth [4]. Today, value is increasingly determined by —how much a viewer values their personal experience with the content, regardless of its budget [4].
: AI is beginning to reach "prime time" in video production, leading to the rise of synthetic celebrities and AI-driven content editing aimed at the attention economy [25].
Critics argue that traditional media's focus on sensationalism—scandals, fame, and disaster—often distracts from significant systemic issues like education or environmental problems [1].
: Video games are evolving beyond simple play into unified environments where people socialize, watch live events (like concerts on Twitch), and engage with stories [22, 29].
Historically, "quality" in media was defined by high production values and narrative depth [4]. Today, value is increasingly determined by —how much a viewer values their personal experience with the content, regardless of its budget [4].
: AI is beginning to reach "prime time" in video production, leading to the rise of synthetic celebrities and AI-driven content editing aimed at the attention economy [25].
Critics argue that traditional media's focus on sensationalism—scandals, fame, and disaster—often distracts from significant systemic issues like education or environmental problems [1].
: Video games are evolving beyond simple play into unified environments where people socialize, watch live events (like concerts on Twitch), and engage with stories [22, 29].