Apple, Netflix won't be attending SXSW, too

We've reported about Facebook and Twitter not attending South by Southwest (SXSW) because of coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns; but, now, we learn that Apple and Netflix are also pulling out of the tech, music, and film festival. Apple was supposed to host the world premiere of Spike Jonze's Beastie Boys Story at SXSW, as well as premieres of musical series called Central Park and documentary series Home. There were also supposed to be a talk featuring Little America's creators Kumail Nanijani and Emily V. Gordon. Netflix, on the other hand, was supposed to host a panel and five film screenings.

As of Monday, SXSW is still happening. The organizers updated its site to have a page dedicated to any questions related to the coronavirus' impact on the event. The webpage also contains tips on how to prevent spreading the disease.