Oct 16, 2026
Exploding Topics adds Black Friday 2026 data
What changed
- Added a new featured section for Black Friday 2026 statistics and spending forecasts.
- Added new blog modules covering Anthropic revenue, OpenAI valuation updates, and a case study on MNML Laundry.
- Reorganized the "OpenAI Revenue" content into a new layout with specific dates and "Read Article" buttons.
- Updated the blog feed to include a "Top 100 Trending Topics" list for October 2026.
Why it matters
The site is shifting its focus toward seasonal retail forecasting and high-interest AI financial data. This helps them capture search traffic from businesses planning for the upcoming holiday shopping season.