Futuresource Consulting reports 2024 streaming revenue growth of 16% in Spain, 14% in Italy, and 12% in Poland, driven by local content investment and ad-supported tiers from platforms like Netflix and Disney+. Growth is expected to slow to 3% annually…

YouGov data reveals that Squid Game, Virgin River, and The Madness—all Netflix series—were the most-streamed titles in the U.S. for December 2024. Squid Game topped the list with 196.6 million views and 35.5 million viewers, driven by the release of…

TheWrap reports that the streaming industry in 2024 increasingly resembled traditional TV, with bundling, ad-supported tiers, and weekly episode releases becoming more common. Procedural content is resurging, driving revenue disproportionate to its catalog share. Paramount+ leads in monetizing procedurals, while…

Overtime will expand its athlete talk shows from four to 10 by September 2025, investing millions into video-first formats featuring college athletes and celebrities. Since launching in July 2024, the shows have generated 225 million views and 390 million impressions…

Apple's new CFO, Kevan Parekh, testified in a UK antitrust lawsuit, denying claims that the company knows its App Store profit margin, estimated independently at 75–78%. The lawsuit alleges Apple abuses its monopoly on iPhone app distribution to charge excessive…

Disney's "Moana 2" has surpassed $1.009 billion globally, becoming the studio’s third billion-dollar hit of 2024. Originally developed as a Disney+ series, its theatrical success underscores the value of big-screen releases, bolstered by a record-breaking $225 million Thanksgiving opening. With…

Apple TV+ is poised for a potential cultural breakthrough with the buzz surrounding Severance season 2, which could rival the success of Ted Lasso. Unlike its earlier struggles to retain subscribers due to a limited library, Apple TV+ has significantly…

ESPN's "Flagship" app aims to become the ultimate digital sports destination, akin to a "Netflix for sports." With customizable features, AI-driven SportsCenter content, and potential licensing of competitor events, ESPN is leveraging its deep pockets and partnerships with major leagues…

A TVB survey finds over 50% of Disney+, Max, and Netflix subscribers still use ad-free plans, despite the push for ad-supported tiers. Netflix leads with 61% of users ad-free, followed by Max (57%) and Disney+ (53%). While ad-supported plans generate…

With TikTok's potential U.S. shutdown looming, Big Tech companies like Meta, YouTube, Snapchat, Substack, and X are aggressively courting TikTok creators to their platforms. Snapchat is running influencer campaigns, Substack is offering cash prizes and expanded video features, and YouTube…