JioHotstar has surpassed 100 million paid subscribers, establishing itself as India’s leading streaming platform. The milestone reflects its scaled strategy, blending aggressive pricing, telecom partnerships, and a diverse content portfolio across sports, entertainment, and cultural events.
From the Archives goes back to the rise and fall of Blip.tv—a scrappy, creator-first platform that tried to go toe-to-toe with YouTube before the algorithm ruled all. Launched in 2005, Blip carved out a space for indie web series with…
Disney is doubling down on sequels, reboots, and familiar IP as its core content strategy, with CEO Bob Iger confirming at the 2025 shareholder meeting that more of the same is coming. After past box-office stumbles, Disney has found consistent…
Netflix announced Spirit Crossing, its first MMO title, during a GDC 2025 press event. Developed by in-house studio Spry Fox, the "cozy MMO" emphasizes crafting, exploration, and social features like customizable neighborhoods, and will launch later this year.
ReelShort is leading the U.S. micro drama market, offering bite-sized, vertical-format series that cater to mobile users. The genre, which originated in China and generated $6.9 billion in revenue last year, has found a growing audience in the U.S., where…
Josh Allen is teaming up with Skydance Sports to develop a mix of scripted, unscripted, and branded content. The Buffalo Bills QB and reigning NFL MVP says he’s excited to use his platform for storytelling, while Skydance sees him as…
Sony Pictures, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Howard Hughes plan a 31-acre Las Vegas production facility, contingent on Nevada’s Assembly Bill 238, which would provide film tax credits. The project, part of a 100-acre development, could create thousands of jobs and…
Warner Bros. Discovery is launching Max in Australia on March 31, available through major app stores, with Foxtel subscribers getting access for free. The rollout is part of WBD’s global expansion and comes just in time for The Last of…
Netflix is investing $1 billion over the next four years to develop original movies and TV shows in Mexico, strengthening its commitment to local content and talent. Announced by Co-CEO Ted Sarandos alongside Mexican officials, the plan includes $2 million…
Xbox Game Pass was supposed to revolutionize gaming with a subscription-based model, but it has fallen short of expectations. Despite Microsoft's major acquisitions and cloud gaming push, Xbox remains in a distant third place behind PlayStation and Nintendo, with traditional…
