Utilizing a complex digital puzzle seeded in the first season 2 trailer, “Mr. Robot’s” digital Easter eggs led sharp-eyed and keen-minded fans on a breadcrumb-laden trail of recorded messages and secret websites, leading to special real-world prizes. The trend continued through all of Mr. Robot season 2, using URLs, IP addresses and QR codes to lead their viewers to over 40 separate sites, destinations and Easter Eggs. It was a massive undertaking that paid off, engaging fans and rewarding them for “leaning in” to the show’s unique story.

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Fubo Readies Sports Bundle Ahead of Merger

Fubo’s earnings calls are on the shorter side nowadays as it preps for a new chapter merged with Hulu + Live TV and under Disney ownership, but the vMVPD said it beat subscriber guidance and met revenue targets for 1Q25—all while gaining optimism in the opportunities skinny bundles can provide.

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