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…
Rakuten TV has launched "Rakuten TV Enterprise Services," a new B2B offering to help content owners and distributors launch and monetize FAST channels and video apps globally. Announced at Mipcom, the service leverages Rakuten’s cloud-based tools and 15 years of…
ShoBizzy, a networking app for entertainment industry freelancers, has gained 6,500 signups since its launch. The app allows freelancers to showcase their skills and connect with potential employers without traditional job applications. A new partnership with Red Light Management, representing…
Paramount+ has utilized gen AI to create curated content collections aimed at "kids-first" audiences, specifically targeting children ages 6-13. The curations are based on themes like "Space Exploration" and "Goofy Stuff," identified through research with kids and parents.
Cox is now offering the Xumo Stream Box to its Internet-only customers for $60. Developed by Comcast and Charter, the device provides access to major streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Disney Plus, along with live TV and free ad-supported…
Janko Roettgers is keeping his foot on the gas with his Redbox coverage, now exposing the company's outdated privacy practices. Redbox kiosks have been found to store rental data and partial payment information without proper encryption, particularly when operating offline,…
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,…
The Streaming Madman skewers Advertising Week 2024, mocking it as a self-congratulatory spectacle where the elite advertising community flaunts their tech obsession and AI fascination. He critiques the industry's shift from creative innovation to tech jargon, pointing out that CTV…
Jack breaks down how evolving privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA are reshaping the media industry, especially with AI and blockchain tech on the rise. He highlights the shift away from third-party cookies and the push for privacy-first business models,…
The LA Times reports that AI companies like OpenAI have pitched Hollywood studios on the potential of AI tools to streamline the production of films and TV shows, but major partnerships have yet to materialize. Despite a high-profile deal between…
