Crunchyroll, now boasting 17 million subscribers, is asserting itself as a global entertainment force, with anime projected to reach 1.5 billion fans by 2030. At Annecy, the company showcased its expanding strategy across theatrical releases, immersive events, and merchandise, backed…

Apple Music’s Oliver Schusser criticized the continued existence of free streaming tiers, arguing they devalue music as an art form and reaffirmed Apple’s stance against offering one. His comments reignited the debate over music pricing, with Spotify defending its ad-supported…

The Ankler reports that Apple TV+ is replacing its “cost-plus” compensation model with a performance-based system that evaluates shows on subscriber acquisition, engagement, and cost efficiency. This shift aligns with traditional Hollywood practices and reflects Apple’s push to rein in…

Roku has struck an exclusive deal with Billy Corgan’s National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) to stream first-run wrestling matches weekly on The Roku Channel in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, starting July 29. This marks the NWA’s first major first-run TV…

Duplass Brothers Productions is rethinking how indie TV gets made, shifting from pitching to streamers to self-financing, producing, and licensing their own series. Projects like Penelope and The Creep Tapes sold to Netflix and Shudder, but with The Long Long…

MLB has formed a strategic partnership with Jomboy Media to better engage younger audiences through creator-driven content. The deal will see Jomboy assist MLB with digital content, event activations, and the growth of Jomboy’s IPs like Talkin’ Baseball and Warehouse…

Roku is testing a redesigned homepage that adds a "Quick Access" section for frequently used apps and moves key features like "Live TV" and "Featured Free" to the main grid. The new layout emphasizes easier navigation and discovery, with personalized…

Fox Corporation is exploring bundling its upcoming streaming service, Fox One, with Disney+, Hulu, and Max, or in a separate package with Max and the forthcoming ESPN Ultimate. These discussions aim to replicate the value of the now-defunct Venu Sports…

WWE set a new viewership record with its first AAA crossover event, Worlds Collide, drawing 764,389 peak concurrent viewers and over 4.1 million views in 24 hours on YouTube. This marks WWE's first full in-ring event streamed live on the…

TV Rev discusses how the future of streaming hinges not on content volume but on discovery, with platforms now competing to deliver faster, more intuitive user experiences. As frustration with poor search tools leads to session abandonment, platforms are investing…