Nielsen's latest The Gauge report revealed that streaming accounted for 41.4% of all TV viewing in July, the highest share recorded, surpassing both broadcast (20%) and cable (29.6%). YouTube made history by capturing a 10% share of TV usage, becoming…

Netflix reported a 150% increase in upfront ad sales for 2024, despite being a smaller player compared to traditional media rivals. The streamer is focusing on product placement and branded content partnerships tied to popular series like Squid Game and…

The court's decision to block Venu Sports highlights antitrust concerns and the need for competitive diversity in sports streaming. This ruling may lead to broader scrutiny of bundling practices, delaying Venu's launch but preserving market competition. The case could reshape…

India’s Competition Commission (CCI) has raised initial concerns about the proposed $8.5 billion merger between Reliance and Walt Disney’s media assets in the country, particularly over cricket broadcast rights. Cricket dominates India’s sports market, and the combined entity would have…

A Horowitz Research survey reveals that 43% of streaming consumers have signed up for subscription-based services after discovering a TV series on a free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) platform. Conversely, 53% of users reduced their spending on subscription services due…

The Digital Entertainment Group (DEG) reported a 27.1% surge in subscription streaming revenue in the first half of 2024, reaching nearly $22.9 billion, up from $18 billion in 2023. Total consumer spending on home entertainment rose 22% to $25.4 billion,…

A federal judge has blocked the planned launch of Venu, a sports streaming joint venture between Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery, following a lawsuit by FuboTV over antitrust concerns. Judge Margaret Garnett ruled in favor of Fubo, agreeing that…

Amazon has agreed to acquire Perceive Corporation, a subsidiary of Xperi focused on edge inference solutions, through an asset purchase agreement. Nearly four dozen Perceive employees will join Amazon, bolstering its efforts to enhance edge-based AI and multi-modal experiences. This…

Netflix has partnered with Google for a unique "Shop with Google" collaboration featuring Emily in Paris, allowing viewers to use Google Lens to shop outfits inspired by the show's characters. The partnership includes shoppable pause ads, title sponsorships, and pop-up…

Titan OS, a European smart TV operating system, has partnered with Banijay Rights to expand its FAST channel lineup with single-series channels for popular shows like Deal or No Deal and Mr. Bean. This move strengthens Titan's competitive position in…