Warner Bros. Discovery is restructuring into two units: Global Linear Networks and Streaming & Studios. The move aims to unlock shareholder value but faces criticism for dismantling key synergies that power Max and global growth according to Skip.

Ted Sarandos highlighted Netflix's focus on creating FOMO at the UBS Global Media and Communications Conference, positioning it as central to retaining subscribers and advertisers. FOMO isn’t exactly groundbreaking and Kirby argues that it’s the bare minimum for any streaming…

Andrew Wamugi analyzes Apple's cautious approach to acquiring sports media rights, contrasting it with competitors like YouTube, Amazon, and Netflix, and questioning its commitment to live sports. Despite notable investments in Major League Soccer and Major League Baseball, Apple has…

DAZN and LTN have expanded their partnership to deliver 11 low-latency live streaming channels to betting locations and Amazon Prime Video in Germany. Using LTN’s automated playout and multicast IP network, DAZN enhances its coverage with a pop-up channel for…

Peacock will soon restrict account sharing to a single household. This move aligns with industry trends set by Netflix and Disney+, both of which have successfully converted non-paying users into subscribers through similar strategies. As streaming platforms face increasing pressure…

The Streaming Wars looks at how subscription video services are adapting to regional dynamics as S&P Global data reveals significant differences in SVOD adoption across U.S. markets. Regional preferences vary significantly, with Netflix dominating in Denver, Prime Video in Portland,…

Speculation about Roku's future is growing as analysts suggest it could be acquired within the next year, potentially redefining the connected TV (CTV) ecosystem. With 85 million user households and extensive data assets, Roku is seen as a valuable target…

The U.S. Court of Appeals upheld a law requiring ByteDance to divest TikTok or face a U.S. ban by January 19, 2025, citing national security concerns. TikTok's First Amendment defense was rejected, and the Supreme Court's decision will determine its…

Paramount Global announced Tulsa King Season 2 drew 13.6 million global viewers, with its premiere reaching 5.4 million households in the first week. Online engagement increased 894% from Season 1, highlighting the show’s role in driving Paramount+’s subscriber growth to…

Our latest From the Archives explores the rise and fall of Edgio, originally founded as Limelight Networks in 2001. The company became a trailblazer in adaptive streaming and edge computing, powering events like the Olympics and the rise of OTT.…