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Buzz Feed
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
BuzzFeed's Tasty Names Mike Aho As Branded Entertainment Lead
Los Angeles, CA – June 20, 2025 — BuzzFeed's Tasty, the largest food brand on the internet, today announces Mike Aho as its Branded Entertainment Lead, where he will oversee the development and production of branded, longform series for the Tasty YouTube channel and beyond. In this strategic role, Aho is tasked with building a high-impact slate of premium, unscripted originals for Tasty that combine top brands, the most dynamic content creators, and A-list talent to create cinematic, story-driven shows at the intersection of food, travel, and lifestyle. These projects are designed to expand Tasty's digital footprint, and compete for industry accolades utilizing Aho's acclaimed experience. An Emmy-nominated producer and innovative content creator, Aho's career spans both traditional television and digital-first platforms. Prior to joining Tasty, Aho served as the Head of Streaming for Tastemade, transforming their longform TV shows into premium branded series. At Tastemade, Aho led the creative production of award-winning series like Street Somm and Worth the Hype, and launched Deliciously Entertaining, Pinterest's first-ever streaming TV show. His credits also include producing for iconic franchises such as American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance at Core Media, co-creating breakout hits like Dance Moms (with Bryan Stinson) for Collins Avenue, and launching wildlife-adventure series like Vet Gone Wild for Endemol Shine and A Wild Ride with Tuf Cooper for Apparatus, currently streaming on Roku. Prior to joining Tasty, Aho held senior unscripted roles at leading production companies including Collins Avenue, Shine, Core Media, and Tastemade, where he specialized in developing talent-led formats that successfully bridged brand integration and premium storytelling. 'We're thrilled to have Mike step into this new role to partner with Jake Frankenfield and our branded team to push the boundaries of innovative storytelling and lead Tasty's branded, longform content creation into the future,' said Richard Alan Reid, President of BuzzFeed Studios. 'Mike brings a bold vision for unscripted series and culturally relevant programming that also offers brands a chance to be part of something truly meaningful and lasting.' 'I'm excited to harness Tasty's connection to its passionate global community of food lovers to collaborate with brands, talent, and innovators,' said Mike Aho, Branded Entertainment Lead for Tasty 'Our aim is to create cinematic, culturally relevant series that feel less like traditional branded content and more like must-watch entertainment — stories that inspire, bring people together, and celebrate food in a way that resonates with our growing, food-obsessed audience.' With Aho combining creative and commercial, Tasty is poised to redefine what longform unscripted looks like in the digital age. About Tasty Launched in 2015, Tasty is a community for home cooks who play with their food. As the internet's most-viewed food brand and largest digital food community, Tasty inspires a global community of food lovers to watch, engage, buy and create. About BuzzFeed, Inc. BuzzFeed, Inc. is home to the best of the Internet. Across pop culture, entertainment, shopping, food and news, our brands drive conversation and inspire what audiences watch, read, and buy now – and into the future. Born on the Internet in 2006, BuzzFeed is committed to making it better: providing trusted, quality, brand-safe news and entertainment to hundreds of millions of people; making content on the Internet more inclusive, empathetic, and creative; and inspiring our audience to live better lives. Press Contact:
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Yahoo
When will iOS 18.3.1 come out and what features will it include?
Apple is preparing to release iOS 18.3.1, a minor but potentially important update for iPhone users that is expected to include security patches and bug fixes, according to a report from MacRumors. The update, which was first spotted in the website's analytics logs, is likely to arrive in the coming weeks. While Apple has not yet disclosed specific details, iOS 18.3.1 is expected to address vulnerabilities that may have emerged since the release of iOS 18.3 in late January. Apple's iOS 18.3 update introduced 29 security patches, including a CoreMedia vulnerability (CVE-2025-24085) that had already been exploited by attackers. That flaw allowed a malicious application to elevate privileges, making it a serious security risk. Additionally, a security issue affecting Macs and iPads, which was patched alongside iOS 18.3, has recently gained attention. While it is unclear if iOS 18.3.1 will specifically address this, Apple frequently issues mid-cycle updates to resolve vulnerabilities that have either been actively exploited or discovered after a major release. Tech: Meet the surprise new Apple app: Everything to know about 'Apple Invites' Beyond security fixes, iOS 18.3.1 is also expected to resolve software bugs that may be affecting device performance and stability. Given that iOS 18.4 is not expected until April, the update will likely provide interim fixes for issues impacting iPhone users. In addition to MacRumors, Forbes and MSN have reported what the next update could include. Apple has not announced an official release date, but based on past update cycles, iOS 18.3.1 could arrive within the next few weeks. MacRumors' analytics logs have historically been a reliable indicator of upcoming iOS versions, suggesting that the update is already being tested internally. To check for the latest software updates, iPhone users can go to Settings > General > Software Update and download iOS 18.3.1 once it becomes available. With the potential for critical security fixes, Apple users are advised to install the update as soon as it is released. This article originally appeared on iOS 18.3.1 likely coming to iPhone users soon. What to expect
Express Tribune
07-02-2025
- Express Tribune
Apple set to release iOS 18.3.1 with security fixes and updates
Listen to article Apple is gearing up for the release of iOS 18.3.1, a highly anticipated update that could address several security vulnerabilities and resolve bugs affecting iPhone performance. According to a report from MacRumors, which references its reliable analytics logs, the iOS 18.3.1 update will arrive in the coming weeks, just shortly after the release of iOS 18.3 in late January. While the full details of iOS 18.3.1 remain under wraps, it's expected to bring crucial security updates to iPhones, particularly addressing vulnerabilities that may have already been exploited in real-world attacks. The iOS 18.3 update, which was released last month, included 29 security fixes, notably one for a critical issue in CoreMedia (CVE-2025-24085). This flaw could allow malicious apps to gain elevated privileges on compromised devices. With cybersecurity being a top priority, it's likely that iOS 18.3.1 will continue Apple's focus on patching any newly discovered vulnerabilities to ensure user safety. Beyond security, iOS 18.3.1 is also expected to resolve a range of bugs that have affected users since the previous update. Notably, iOS 18.3 temporarily disabled Apple Intelligence's notification summaries for news and entertainment apps due to inaccuracies in the generated summaries. While it's still unclear whether these summaries will be fully restored in iOS 18.3.1 or in a subsequent update, users can expect the issue to be addressed soon. The iOS 18.3.1 update comes at a time when there's a significant gap between the release of iOS 18.3 and the upcoming iOS 18.4, which is expected in April. Given the timing, Apple's decision to release iOS 18.3.1 appears to be a strategic move to fix any lingering issues, ensuring that users have a stable experience while awaiting the next major update. As with any iOS update, users are encouraged to check for the latest version to ensure their devices remain up to date and secure. To do so, simply navigate to Settings > General > Software Update on your iPhone or iPad.
