Mark Zuckerberg Is Coming for Prediction Markets. Kara Swisher Calls Him Out | Pivot
Episode Description
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 at Cannes Lions on June 24, 2026.
00:00 Intro 2:34 The Creator Economy 6:00 Meta’s Prediction Market App 8:57 Europe Breaking Up with U.S. Big Tech 20:51 Hollywood’s Blockbuster Year 27:03 Instagram TV 34:12 World Cup Impact 35:44 Predictions 39:12 Q&A
Producers: Lara Naaman Zoë Marcus Taylor Griffin Todd Wiseman
Vox Media's Executive Producer of Podcasts: Nishat Kurwa
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Brief Summary
Scott Galloway discusses the Cannes Lions Festival, the creator economy, Hollywood's box office recovery, and the World Cup's impact on betting markets.
Key points
- The Creator Economy Takes Center Stage. The biggest trend at the festival is the rise of the creator economy, with 500 creators present this year.
- AI's Role in Creativity. AI's impact has shifted from uncertainty to a focus on organizing companies around it.
- Europe's Tech Landscape. Europe is at a crossroads, needing to balance regulation and innovation to compete globally.
- Hollywood's Record-Breaking Year. Hollywood is hitting new heights with a $4.46 billion box office year, the highest since 2019.
- The Rise of Smaller Movies. Smaller films are becoming blockbusters, spurring audiences back to theaters.
- The Impact of Social Media. Social media's influence is declining, especially among younger audiences.
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Episode highlights
- The Creator Economy Takes Center StageThe biggest trend at the festival is the rise of the creator economy, with 500 creators present this year.“The creator economy is hands down the biggest trend.”2:39Jun 26, 2026
- AI's Role in CreativityAI's impact has shifted from uncertainty to a focus on organizing companies around it.“Creativity has never been more important.”4:00Jun 26, 2026
- Europe's Tech LandscapeEurope is at a crossroads, needing to balance regulation and innovation to compete globally.“Europe makes the mistake of overregulating.”11:35Jun 26, 2026
- Hollywood's Record-Breaking YearHollywood is hitting new heights with a $4.46 billion box office year, the highest since 2019.“Toy Story 5 just opened to $312 million globally.”20:58Jun 26, 2026
- The Rise of Smaller MoviesSmaller films are becoming blockbusters, spurring audiences back to theaters.“It's a range of movies, not just big blockbusters.”21:45Jun 26, 2026
- The Impact of Social MediaSocial media's influence is declining, especially among younger audiences.“I have long thought that social media is going to decline rather precipitously.”23:44Jun 26, 2026
- The Changing Landscape of MediaTech companies are moving into media, reshaping the industry dynamics.“I just don't think you ever bet against Mark Zuckerberg.”28:01Jun 26, 2026
- Bending Spoons: The Next Big IPOBending Spoons is set to be the biggest tech IPO this month, consolidating beloved internet brands.“It's essentially the Berkshire Hathaway of beloved but forgotten internet brands.”36:05Jun 26, 2026
