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,…
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…
Cineverse has partnered with Wurl, LLC to enhance its distribution of FAST channels and improve monetization. The collaboration will see Cineverse migrate many of its existing FAST channels, including The Bob Ross Channel and SCREAMBOX TV, to Wurl's Global FAST…
MAVTV has launched MAVTV GO, a free ad-supported streaming service for motorsports fans, powered by Endeavor Streaming. Available on iOS, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, and the web, it offers live racing, original shows, and on-demand content. Expansion to…
LG Ad Solutions' report, The Inclusive Screen: Black Americans, highlights the significant purchasing power of Black and African American CTV viewers and their higher likelihood to act after seeing CTV ads. Nearly half of respondents visit a website after viewing…
Cineverse reported that its free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels achieved 2.26 billion minutes watched in Q2 FY 2024, a 73% increase from the same period last year. The growth was driven by owned and operated digital brands, partner brands,…
Plex expanded its FAST offering by launching 92 new channels in July, bringing its global total to nearly 1,200 channels across 195 countries. The company added diverse content, including new single IP channels and sports coverage, further solidifying its extensive…
Vizio reported Q2 net revenue of $437.3 million, up 11% year-over-year, with gross profit rising 16% to $99.5 million. Platform+ revenue increased 19% to $169.4 million, and SmartCast ARPU grew 16% to $35.39. The company reached 18.8 million SmartCast active…
Roku is launching the Roku Sports Channel, a free ad-supported channel starting August 12, offering sports fans a comprehensive, always-on viewing experience. The channel will feature live and on-demand sports content, including MLB Sunday Leadoff games, live Formula E races,…
CNN has launched a new free, ad-supported streaming channel featuring content from its original series library. The CNN Originals FAST channel, available in the U.S. and internationally, includes series like “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown” and “United Shades of America with…