Amazon has introduced X-Ray Recaps, an AI-driven feature on Prime Video that delivers spoiler-free summaries. The tool, available on Fire TV in the U.S., helps viewers catch up by summarizing content up to their last watched point, with plans to…
ADWEEK’s Brandweek conference addressed streaming fragmentation, with Parks Associates revealing that 57% of households feel overwhelmed by the multitude of options, and the average home subscribes to 5.5 services. Nearly 47% have canceled a service in the past year, driven…
Streaming services like Disney+, Max, and Peacock are partnering with grocery and delivery companies, such as Kroger, DoorDash, and Instacart, to offer bundled subscriptions. These deals aim to reduce subscriber churn by aligning entertainment with essential services, following Amazon Prime’s…
We've been saying that platform taxes are a growing pain point for streaming companies, and Disney’s latest move proves it. Disney+ and Hulu have removed in-app subscription options from Apple’s App Store, directing users to sign up via their website…
A new Media Partners Asia report forecasts Japan’s video industry to grow from $31.8 billion in 2024 to $34.1 billion by 2029, with online video’s share rising from 35% to 45%. SVOD platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, and U-Next lead…
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is pushing to eliminate local blackouts and make games available nationally as RSNs collapse. With MLB reclaiming rights for teams like the Guardians, Brewers, and Twins, Manfred envisions a future where fans can stream any game…
Our latest column, From the Archives, highlights Crunchyroll's rise from its 2006 launch by UC Berkeley grads to a global anime leader. Evolving from a fan-driven platform to a licensed subscription service, Crunchyroll now leverages a "flywheel" model integrating streaming,…
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…
