Technology
03 December 2025

Why Hits Like ‘Stranger Things’ Don’t Tell the Whole Story

Anthony Palomba brings his research to help answer questions raised by the wild success of "Stranger Things" on Netflix, such a whether superstar series really have the biggest impact on subscriber behavior.

01 December 2025

Q&A: Will stricter return policies change how you shop online?

Darden professor Serena Hagerty discusses the recent crackdown on returns many retailers are implementing in time for this year's shopping season.

16 October 2025

AI ‘Actor’ Tilly Norwood Isn’t Real, But Could Present Real Problems for Hollywood

Darden professor Anthony Palomba on whether AI "actor" Tilly Norwood will resonate with audiences and the unique value that human actors bring to the screen.

10 October 2025

Q&A: How is Taylor Swift breaking the bank with ‘Ophelia’?

Taylor Swift's 12 studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” is dominating the charts and it’s due to more than the album’s hooky opening track, “The Fate of Ophelia.” Darden professor Anthony Palomba digs into Swift's massive business plan.

08 October 2025

‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Makes It Easy to Buy Things, Easier to Get into Financial Trouble

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) companies make it easier than ever to get short-term financing to buy all kinds of things, but easier doesn’t necessarily mean better according to Darden professor Chuck Howard.

10 September 2025

How to Avoid Kicking Yourself In the FIFA World Cup Ticket Frenzy

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is less than a year away, and soccer fans’ mad dash for tickets kicked off today as the first phase of ticket sales opened. Darden professor Pnina Feldman offers insights on economics of the 2026 World Cup ticket market and tips for fans hoping to score seats.