Industry
A State Lawmaker Who Defended Insurance Companies Relies On Industry Contributions
A BuzzFeed News investigation found that insurers have co-opted law enforcement to intimidate and prosecute their own customers.
Opinion: The Meat Industry Wants To Censor Your Veggie Burger
A new range of plant-based burgers are taking off among eaters and investors. In response, the meat industry is calling for censorship.
How Startups Like Zola Are Changing The Wedding Industry (Or Not)
Companies like the Knot, Zola, and other boutique startups promise to cater to the whims of millennials by moving the mundane parts of wedding planning online. But are they as innovative as they claim to be?
Survey: 51% Of Tech Industry Workers Believe President Trump Has A Point About The Media Creating Fake News
A new study by BuzzFeed News and Lucid surveyed tech workers on their attitudes toward the media. The results show deep skepticism toward the press, and concerns about the role of identity politics in coverage.
The Golden State Killer Case Has Spawned A New Forensic Science Industry
One company has already solved more than 30 cold cases through genetic genealogy. Now the biggest forensic DNA firm in the US is getting involved.
The Distracted Boyfriend Meme Is Sexist, According To This Swedish Ad Industry Body
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A Prison Study Aims To End The “Salt Wars.” It Turns Out The Salt Industry Wants To Help Fund It.
A proposed health study of low-salt diets on prisoners has undisclosed salt industry funding.
The New "Popular Film" Category For The Oscars Sparks Outcry — And Praise — Among Industry Insiders
"If you get a popular nomination, doesn't that pretty much mean you're toast to win Best Picture if you're also nominated for Best Picture?"
Dozens Of Hollywood Organizations Pledge To Prioritize Transgender Storytelling In The Industry
"It is time for transgender people to be included in this conversation," members of organizations wrote in an open letter.
Macedonia’s Pro-Trump Fake News Industry Had American Links, And Is Under Investigation For Possible Russia Ties
An investigation reveals that the fake news sites that flourished in Macedonia in 2016 weren’t just the work of local teens — and that security agencies are probing possible connections to Russia.
A Backlash Against #MeToo Is Simmering In Pakistan's Entertainment Industry
Meesha Shafi has faced attacks upon her character and online threats since she accused Ali Zafar of abusing her.
A New Study Found That The Oil Industry Is Leaking A Whole Lot Of Methane Gas
“More and more evidence points to the same conclusion: We are underestimating methane emissions,” one scientist said.
Chefs Are Thanking Anthony Bourdain For Inspiring Them And Changing The Food Industry
Chefs are paying tribute to the man once called the "original rock star" chef.
Meet The Women Who Are Building A Better Romance Industry
A trio of black women at Kensington Publishing is challenging the old, predominantly white narratives of who gets to fall in love.
Trump’s Move To Dismantle Obamacare Could Backfire And Lead To Billions In Extra Money For The Insurance Industry
Last fall, the White House declared it was getting tough on health insurers by taking away a key Obamacare subsidy. Now the government could end up having to pay billions more to the insurance industry than if it had done nothing.
Facebook Bans Tobacco Ads, But The Tobacco Industry Finds Other Ways To Market To Teens On The Platform
As Facebook comes under fire for its advertising and data-sharing practices, researchers have discovered that e-cigarettes and other tobacco products are being hawked on the platform to teens.
A Top News Editor Was Fired After Sexual Harassment Allegations — Only To Land As An Executive In The Same Industry
Dayan Candappa, who was accused of sexually harassing his subordinate at Reuters for months, has been placed on leave by Newsweek pending an investigation.
A Democratic Super PAC Is Asking The Porn Industry For Tips On Trump In A New Ad Campaign
American Bridge, the Democratic opposition research firm, plans to run ads at the Adult Video News Awards.
These Food Products Are Considered “Healthier” For Kids By The Food Industry
In response to criticism over its role in the childhood obesity epidemic, the food industry vowed to only run TV ads for “healthier” foods to kids. Critics say the industry’s self-imposed rules don’t do much beyond giving them good publicity.
Are Ancient Jewish Traditions The Future Of The Wellness Industry?
In an era of wellness retreats and digital detoxes, old Jewish rituals have found a new resonance, unattached — for better or worse — from the strictures of tradition.
Here's What Tyra Banks Had To Say About Sexual Misconduct In The Fashion Industry
"I think when that spigot opens, it’s probably going to overflow because the fashion industry is, I think, laden with it," Banks said referring to sexual misconduct in the modeling industry.
Betsy DeVos Just Might Save The Beauty School Industry
Pro Way Hair School in Stone Mountain, Georgia, was in danger of shutting down due to Obama-era student loan rules. But along with the rest of the cosmetology school industry, Pro Way may have found a savior in Betsy DeVos.
Following The John Lasseter News, Women In The Animation Industry Say Sexual Harassment Is Widespread
In the old boys’ club of animation, men have long gotten away with harassment, sources told BuzzFeed News.
Women Are Calling For An End To Sexual Harassment In The Animation Industry
“We are united in our mission to wipe out sexual harassment in the animation industry, and we will no longer be silent.”
Ad Industry Insiders Profited From An Ad Fraud Scheme That Researchers Say Stole Millions Of Dollars
A BuzzFeed News investigation reveals how seemingly credible players in the ad supply chain can play an active role in — and profit from — fraud.
This Company Is Trying To Disrupt The Braces Industry And Dentists Are Fighting Back
SmileDirectClub offers to straighten your teeth at a fraction of the cost of braces, without a visit to the dentist. But orthodontists claim the company has endangered the oral health of tens of thousands of people.
Asian-Americans Are Disrupting An Unwelcoming Music Industry
“It’s a different world now” — and one that’s leveling the playing field for Asian-American pop artists, who’ve traditionally been shut out of the American music industry.
Who Are The Harvey Weinsteins Of Your Industry? Tell Us.
BuzzFeed News is committed to investigating incidences of assault, harassment, and abuse of power — but we need your help.
How "Game Of Thrones" Feeds Its Own Thinkpiece Industry
In the era of peak TV, the thinkpiece as a tool to keep us watching has never been more effective.
Trump's Pick For EPA Post Writes “Science-Bible Stories” And Has Ties To The Chemical Industry
Michael Dourson is a toxicologist known for mingling science and religious ideas. Two religious leaders were quoted in an Environmental Protection Agency press release announcing his nomination.