Brazil has ruled that Apple must allow sideloading on iPhones within 90 days or face daily fines, citing its compliance with similar EU regulations. The case challenges Apple’s App Store fees and control over in-app payments. This fight matters for…

AEW is moving its pay-per-view events to Prime Video in a multi-year deal covering the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. While WBD’s Max still streams AEW’s weekly shows, Prime Video’s bigger reach and strong live sports setup made it the…

From the Archives examines how MOG laid the foundation for modern music streaming. Launched in 2005, MOG evolved from a social music platform into a high-quality streaming service, pioneering features like personalized recommendations, multi-platform accessibility, and in-car streaming. Acquired by…

Netflix is boosting its content budget to $18 billion in 2025, an 11% jump from last year. The streamer is doubling down on major franchises like Squid Game and Stranger Things, stacking up licensed hits like Grey’s Anatomy, and expanding…

Disney has cut 200 jobs across ABC News and its entertainment networks, shutting down FiveThirtyEight and consolidating teams. A+E Networks is rebranding as A+E Global Media, ditching its cable-era baggage to go all-in on streaming, FAST, and digital content. While…

YouTube has expanded its $7.99 Premium Lite plan to the U.S. while surpassing 125 million paid subscribers across YouTube Premium and YouTube Music, a 25% increase in a year. The Lite tier offers ad-free video but lacks ad-free music, offline…

Philo is introducing a $4 monthly surcharge for subscribers who pay through Apple’s in-app billing, raising their total cost from $28 to $32 starting March 4, 2025. This move reflects a broader industry pushback against Apple’s commission fees, which take…

YouTube is redesigning its TV app to better integrate paid content, positioning itself as a direct competitor to Netflix and other premium streamers. The update will prominently feature Primetime Channels on the homepage, allowing users to subscribe to services like…

Fabric has acquired BB Media to enhance its media data intelligence capabilities, integrating BB Media’s expertise in audience analytics and market intelligence. The move strengthens Fabric’s ability to provide a more connected data ecosystem, optimize studio workflows, and enhance AI-driven…

Warner Bros. Discovery is launching Max in Turkey on April 15, replacing BluTV, the local streamer it acquired in 2023. This marks Max’s 77th market and signals WBD’s push for international growth, with increased investment in Turkish originals alongside global…