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…
LG smart TVs, including OLED models, are now displaying full-screen ads before screensavers when idle. These ads promote both LG and third-party products, but can be disabled in the settings. As LG expands its webOS platform, more ads are expected…
Gracenote and Amagi have partnered to streamline and accelerate FAST content monetization. The collab integrates Gracenote’s metadata enrichment services with Amagi’s cloud-based SaaS tech, helping content owners manage and distribute their programming more efficiently.
In his inaugural issue, The Streaming Madman delivers a fiery critique of the streaming and advertising industries, warning that without ad revenue, streaming could implode like the dot-com bubble. He mocks the clash between old-school ad execs and the chaotic…
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 Motion Picture Association (MPA) is pushing for site-blocking legislation in the U.S., allowing ISPs to block websites sharing pirated content. Already successful in countries like France and Indonesia, blocking has proven to reduce piracy and protect revenue. The MPA…
Apple's iOS 18.1 beta introduces a "Watchlist" feature for the Apple TV app, allowing users to separate shows they plan to watch from those they're currently streaming. This update renames the "Up Next" section to "Continue Watching," with more functional…
Google's Android TV now powers over 270 million devices globally, an 80% increase since last year. Alongside this growth, Google launched the $100 Google TV Streamer, featuring smart home integration and AI-powered tools. Google TV will expand to more countries,…
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…
