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The music and entertainment world has once again turned its spotlight on Rhythm and Blues (R&B) through the Super Bowl half-time show, a celebration where music and sports merge into one dazzling spectacle. R&B star Usher stole the show, performing a hit-heavy half-time extravaganza alongside fellow powerhouses Will.i.am and Alicia Keys. Although Taylor Swift’s inclusion in the line-up may have initially drawn the attention of Swifties worldwide, it was Usher's smooth notes that commanded and retained the audience's fascination.

While Usher didn't pocket much directly from the 13-minute performance at the colossal sports event, the ripple effects of such global exposure shouldn’t be underestimated. The afterglow of a Super Bowl performance tends to boost music streams, album sales, and concert ticket purchases, leading to significant financial gains for the performing artist in the medium to long term. The music scene also continues to thrive, highlighted by an enticing line-up for the upcoming Wireless festival, headlined by the likes of Nicki Minaj, 21 Savage, and Doja Cat - a clear testament to the commercial and aesthetic vitality of the industry.

In the whirlwind of R&B and entertainment news, technology and litigation make their mark. AI sparked a captivating debate as accusations swirl around Amazon for allegedly using artificial intelligence to 'replicate voices' of actors in the Road House remake. Screenwriter R. Lance Hill aims to bring Amazon and MGM Studios to justice, fiercely accusing them of intellectual property infringement, setting the stage for an intriguing legal battle to watch.

Turning to the stock market, the popular subreddit r/WallStreetBets, infamous for its power to move markets, continues to rattle Wall Street. Reddit has recently warned potential investors about the volatility fueled by this subreddit which has the power to drastically impact its IPO stock price, demonstrating the era of unpredictable market trends and unconventional tactics.

Lastly, the field of R&D remains a critical bellwether of progress. Distilled wisdom from history's great R&D labs prompts companies like Answer.AI to tread carefully, learning lessons to prevent potential pitfalls, while encouraging them to replicate the boundless achievements that have shaped the tech world today. For now, whether in music or marketplace, entertainment or enlightenment, R&B stands rhythmically robust, feet planted in art and gaze set to new horizons.