As the new year approaches, you can take a moment to look back with this year in review infographic to help remember all of the momentous moments of 2012.
Almost a year ago, there was a worldwide protest against SOPA, which aimed to make the Internet a more policed arena, but was successfully shut down. The Kony 2012 fiasco garnered 100 million views in six days, which lead to it being the most viral video in all history. Facebook famously purchased Instagram for $1 billion for which it received the 100 million users as well as the 13 employees of the small company. The London 2012 Olympics were the highlight of the year with millions of people tuning in to watch worldwide and the United States taking a whopping 46 gold medals home.
Pop Culture Review Maps
This Year in Review Infographic Charts the Course of Pop Culture in 2012
Trend Themes
1. Social Media Impact - The viral success of Kony 2012 and Facebook's acquisition of Instagram highlights the growing influence of social media in shaping pop culture.
2. Digital Content Consumption - As demonstrated by the popularity of online videos and the widespread viewership of the London 2012 Olympics, there is a rising demand for digital content.
3. Tech-driven Media Landscape - The failed SOPA protest and Facebook's billion-dollar purchase of Instagram signify the disruptive possibilities of technology in the media industry.
Industry Implications
1. Social Media - The success of Kony 2012 and Facebook's acquisition of Instagram present opportunities for innovation in social media platforms and marketing strategies.
2. Digital Entertainment - The increasing demand for online videos and digital content calls for innovative approaches in the creation, distribution, and monetization of digital entertainment.
3. Technology - The failed SOPA protest and Facebook's acquisition of Instagram highlight the need for innovation in technology to shape the future of the media and entertainment landscape.