Meta’s Prediction Market App, Europe vs. Big Tech, and Hollywood’s Comeback
About this episode
Kara and Scott discuss the rise of the creator economy, Meta's prediction market ambitions, and Europe's efforts to challenge U.S. tech dominance, along with Hollywood's resurgence and World Cup betting trends.
Live from Cannes, Kara and Scott unpack the rise of the creator economy, Meta’s prediction market ambitions, and Europe’s push to break free from U.S. tech dominance. Then, they discuss Hollywood’s blockbuster comeback, Instagram’s plans for TV, and the staggering amount of money flowing into World Cup betting markets.This episode was recorded live at ADWEEK House in Cannes, France on June 24, 2026.Watch this episode on the Pivot YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at @pivotpodcastofficial.Follow us on Bluesky at @pivotpod.bsky.socialFollow us on TikTok at @pivotpodcast.Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or email pivot@voxmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Hosts: Kara, Scott
Topics covered
- creator economy
- Meta prediction market
- Europe tech dominance
- Hollywood comeback
- Instagram TV
- World Cup betting
Keywords
- creator economy
- Meta
- Europe
- Hollywood
- World Cup
- betting
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Organizations: Meta, Instagram, ADWEEK
Places: Europe, Cannes, Cannes, France
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