YouTube's parent company, Google, revealed that the video platform generated over $60 billion in revenue in 2025, a figure that surpasses streaming rival Netflix's $45 billion, according to BBC Business. In other news, former President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to increase U.S. imports of beef from Argentina, as reported by The Guardian, while the International Cricket Council is in talks to resolve a potential boycott of a T20 World Cup fixture between India and Pakistan, as detailed by Al Jazeera. Meanwhile, Americans are expected to spend less on Super Bowl 60, with restaurants offering deals to feed game day crowds, according to Fox News.
Google's announcement marks the first time the company has individually highlighted YouTube's yearly revenue since acquiring it in 2006, as stated by BBC Business. The revenue includes money generated through advertising and paid subscriptions. Hanna Kahlert, a senior analyst at Midia Research, noted that while the announcement was significant, it wasn't surprising, given YouTube's status as "almost infrastructural for digital natives."
Trump's proclamation to increase beef imports from Argentina, reported by The Guardian, sparked fury from U.S. cattle ranchers. Economists have stated that the move, aimed at lowering costs for U.S. consumers, is unlikely to significantly impact prices. A White House official had previously indicated in October that Trump would make such a move.
The International Cricket Council is working with the Pakistan Cricket Board to resolve a potential boycott of the T20 World Cup 2026 fixture against India on February 15, as reported by Al Jazeera. Any match between India and Pakistan is highly lucrative, generating millions of dollars in revenue from broadcast, sponsorship, and advertising.
As the Seattle Seahawks prepare to face the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, restaurants and delivery apps are offering specials to feed game day crowds, according to Fox News. Applebee's is offering 20 free boneless chicken wings for takeout or delivery orders of $40 or more, using the code SBWINGS26 at checkout. Americans are expected to spend approximately $129 per person on Super Bowl 60, which is less than last year, Fox News reported.
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