All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has signed a multi-year media rights deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, reportedly valued at over $150 million annually. AEW's shows, "Dynamite" and "Collision," will continue airing on TBS and TNT while streaming live on Max starting…
Bango dropped a new report highlighting East Asia's dominance in subscription bundling, with 34% of consumers opting for third-party bundles. The report emphasizes that localized content and super bundling are key drivers of subscription growth in the region. Japan, South…
Disney has launched its own password-sharing crackdown following Netflix’s successful model, aiming to convert unauthorized users into paying subscribers. This strategy mirrors Netflix's approach, which led to significant subscriber and revenue growth. We explore why other platforms like Max are…
DirecTV and Dish Network are merging in a $10 billion deal, creating the largest pay-TV provider in the U.S. DirecTV will acquire Dish's satellite business and Sling TV, with the transaction involving a $9.75 billion debt exchange. The merger aims…
A new California law, Assembly Bill 2863, will require companies offering one-click subscription sign-ups to also provide one-click cancellation methods, addressing loopholes in current cancellation policies. The law, effective January 1, 2025, aims to protect consumers from difficult cancellation processes…
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment is set to launch Altitude+, a DTC streaming service, to broadcast Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche games amid the decline of the RSN model.
The subscription economy is shifting towards indirect channels like banking apps and telcos, with 63% of SVOD subscriptions acquired through these platforms in 2023. Consumers prefer centralized management for convenience and data security, driving banks and telcos to offer subscription…
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…
Paramount+ has laid off staff as part of Paramount Global’s 15% workforce reduction, impacting marketing and communications teams, including senior executives with over 30 years of combined experience. These layoffs, part of a broader cost-saving initiative aimed at cutting $500…
Disney+ has launched its password-sharing crackdown, following Netflix’s model. The "Paid Sharing" program charges $6.99/month for an extra member on the ad-supported plan and $9.99 on the ad-free plan. With upcoming price hikes, the cost for extra members will be…
