Plex is debuting its first-ever "Plexclusive" series, Ghost Show, on October 8th. While not an original, the show will be exclusively available on Plex, marking a major milestone for the FAST platform as it introduces exclusive content to differentiate itself…
Charles Barkley is launching Round Mound Media, a new production company in partnership with EverWonder Studio, backed by Jeff Zucker’s RedBird IMI. The venture will produce scripted, documentary, and live content, with TNT Sports holding a first-look deal. Ten projects…
Disney+ is adding four new 24/7 live channels—Hallowstream, Hits & Heroes, Throwbacks, and Real Life—after initial success with live channels launched in August. This expansion coincides with a price hike for Disney+, Hulu, and bundles on October 17th, aiming to…
The "streaming wars" persist as Netflix, YouTube, Disney, and Amazon leverage their distinct strengths, analyzed through "Streamonomics." Netflix’s "Primacy Advantage" comes from its first-mover status, while YouTube’s "Urgency Advantage" is driven by its creator-based model. Disney excels with its unmatched…
Hallmark has rebranded its streaming service to Hallmark+ in partnership with Accedo, launching on September 10th. Accedo's Accedo One platform brings personalized content, retail integration, and enhanced user features, positioning Hallmark+ as a more immersive "Hallmark lifestyle experience." Former WarnerMedia…
The Hollywood Reporter explores how Netflix revolutionized Scandinavian TV, beginning with Lilyhammer in 2012. Over the past decade, Netflix has invested heavily in Nordic content, even as other streamers like HBO Max and Viaplay scale back. This investment has been…
YouTube TV users are reporting a major home screen redesign across platforms like iOS, Roku, and Xbox, prioritizing on-demand and "Resume Watching" content over live TV. The update pushes live channels further down the page, with promotional banners like NFL…
FloSports is launching FloCollege, a streaming service focused on D-II and D-III sports, on October 15. Priced at $19.99/month, it will feature 12,000+ live events from over 80 schools. Coinciding with the launch, FloSports is rolling out a revamped connected…
Netflix's forthcoming “Kids Playlists” function as linear channels under a different name, offering a curated, passive viewing experience. This move echoes what industry experts, like Kirby Grines, predicted: streaming platforms will shift toward linear-style content to encourage discovery. Launching on…
Sony Pictures Television has launched a new YouTube channel, Kidzuko, targeting children ages 3-8 with free access to Sony's kids' content. The channel features episodes from popular series like Octonauts and Peter Rabbit, along with educational clips and how-to-draw videos.…
