DirecTV has launched MyFree DirecTV, a FAST service that offers over 70 channels via its app on smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs. The channel lineup includes content from major programmers like E.W. Scripps, Lionsgate, and A+E Networks, with plans to…

LA Times explores how CoComelon, the YouTube-born kids' franchise featuring toddler JJ, became a global powerhouse in children’s media. Now spanning Netflix, toys, live tours, and spin-offs, it remains a top performer under Moonbug Entertainment and Candle Media. Despite screen…

Viant Technology has acquired IRIS.TV to strengthen its position in the CTV advertising ecosystem. This acquisition will allow Viant to expand IRIS.TV's CTV content identification service, IRIS_ID, to more publishers, enhancing standardized content classification, contextual targeting, and brand safety for…

Netflix has teamed up with Nielsen to measure viewership for its Christmas Day NFL games, using Nielsen’s advanced methodology that combines Netflix’s streaming data. With high-profile teams and all ad slots sold out, Netflix anticipates a large holiday audience as…

Disney’s CEO succession process will consider both internal and external candidates, potentially including a dual-CEO model with leaders like Josh D’Amaro and Dana Walden combining operational and creative expertise. The final decision, overseen by board member James Gorman, is expected…

Niara Simon-Hollis has been promoted to Head of Marketing at Tastemade, where she will oversee brand strategy to boost streaming growth, memberships, and engagement. She has led Tastemade’s global streaming expansion, achieving 40% growth and launching the brand’s first campaign,…

Adweek examines Disney Advertising's new strategy to attract midmarket brands with budgets ranging from $30 million to $300 million. By implementing regional teams and expanding programmatic capabilities, Disney is offering these advertisers access to premium ad inventory and advanced measurement…

TCL has partnered with Magnite to enhance its ad-supported streaming via Magnite's SpringServe ad server, improving ad inventory value on TCL Channel. Magnite's platform will support TCL in delivering custom ad units and provide insights to advertisers.

"Terrifier 3" has grossed over $78 million globally, driving a 53% increase in Cineverse’s C360 Audience Network ad requests. The platform leveraged the film’s success to reach targeted horror fans, including a strong Hispanic audience, across multiple streaming channels, marking…

Dish Network creditors have rejected a bond exchange offer required for Dish’s planned merger with DirecTV, creating uncertainty about the deal. The creditors objected to a $1.5 billion minimum loss on the bonds, calling for an additional $300 million reduction.…