For the first time in Olympic history, the Paris 2024 committee is reselling event memorabilia through flea markets across Europe.

Items being given a second life include uniforms, flags, athlete towels, and even ceremony items.

With events wasting up to 10% of everything they produce, similar resale models could clean up the industry while prolonging the hype.

Edge: Circular Aftermarkets

YouTube will no longer recommend videos to teenagers that idealize certain fitness levels, body weights, or physical features.

YouTube will still allow teens to view the videos, but its algorithms will not push them down related rabbit holes afterwards.

As criticism ramps up, platforms are altering their algorithms to protect the mental health of their youngest users.

Edge: Platform Politics

New Zealand will begin tripling its tourist fees in October to fund conservation and infrastructure projects.

These services are heavily used by tourists, and higher fees will boost the economy while benefiting locals.

As countries balance the benefits and challenges of tourism, it’s becoming increasingly clear that visitors will be expected to offset their impact.

Edge: Untourism