Comcast plans to offer live sports from NBC regional sports networks on Peacock, giving fans in four markets access to NBA, NHL, and MLB games without cable. Details are still being negotiated, and the launch could be delayed beyond early…
Philo has expanded its distribution by launching its live and on-demand TV service on LG Smart TVs. Subscribers can now access Philo’s $28-a-month package, which includes 70+ channels and 75,000+ on-demand titles, directly through the Philo app on LG Smart…
Warner Bros. Discovery will launch its Max streaming service in several Asian markets, including Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, on November 19. Max will replace HBO Go in the region, offering a larger content library…
The NBA is upgrading its app for the 2024-25 season with new features for League Pass subscribers, including AI-powered insights, multiviewer for watching four games at once, and customizable game recaps. Other enhancements include immersive 8K game experiences, original content,…
Spotify is expanding its music video feature for premium users to 85 additional markets after initial testing in select regions earlier this year. Music videos are now available on both mobile and desktop, with a seamless toggle between audio and…
At the Busan Asian Contents and Film Market, Asian streamers and producers, led by Tcha Seungjae, a former producer and professor, discussed forming a joint content fund to counter Netflix's dominance.
Skip highlights the increasing frustration consumers feel with streaming platforms, as revealed by the Q2 2024 TiVo Video Trends Report. Viewers are abandoning bloated subscription models, and ad-supported streaming is emerging as the preferred option, with an 18% drop in…
Kirby spoke with Fred Godfrey, CEO of Origin, to discuss how the company is redefining CTV performance advertising through long-term client relationships and creative innovation. Using strategies like dynamic creative production (DCP) and real-time split-testing, Origin combats ad fatigue and…
Mike Shields highlights the mismatch between the expectations and strategies of video programmers and the current operations of FAST platforms. While many TV manufacturers and FAST services like Samsung TV Plus, Vizio WatchFree+, and LG offer extensive channel lineups with…
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…
