Triller Group has integrated its subsidiaries, Julius and Amplify.ai, to enhance AI-driven influencer marketing. The collab combines Julius’s influencer discovery and campaign analytics with Amplify.ai’s AI-powered audience engagement tools, providing brands with a streamlined, data-driven solution.
ESPN+’s streaming failure during UFC 313 couldn’t have come at a worse time, with UFC’s exclusive negotiating window set to expire on April 15. The glitch-filled pay-per-view frustrated fans who paid $79.99, and UFC President Dana White didn’t hold back…
Cinelytic has acquired Jumpcut Media, an AI firm specializing in IP management and audience analysis tools. The deal strengthens Cinelytic’s AI-driven data analytics platform for the entertainment industry by integrating Jumpcut’s ScriptSense tool, which evaluates film/TV scripts and books at…
Amazon Prime Video is testing AI-generated dubbing for select movies and series to cut costs and improve accessibility, using a hybrid approach that combines AI and human localization experts. However, viewers have widely criticized the robotic and unnatural-sounding voices, with…
Brazil has ruled that Apple must allow sideloading on iPhones within 90 days or face daily fines, citing its compliance with similar EU regulations. The case challenges Apple’s App Store fees and control over in-app payments. This fight matters for…
From the Archives examines how MOG laid the foundation for modern music streaming. Launched in 2005, MOG evolved from a social music platform into a high-quality streaming service, pioneering features like personalized recommendations, multi-platform accessibility, and in-car streaming. Acquired by…
YouTube is redesigning its TV app to better integrate paid content, positioning itself as a direct competitor to Netflix and other premium streamers. The update will prominently feature Primetime Channels on the homepage, allowing users to subscribe to services like…
From the Archives revisits XBMC’s impact on modern streaming. Launched in 2002 for the Xbox, the open-source media center evolved into Kodi and influenced platforms like Plex, Emby, and Smart TVs. Its add-on ecosystem pioneered the app-based model used by…
YouTube has quietly become the world’s largest podcast platform, with 1 billion monthly podcast viewers—far outpacing Spotify (100 million) and Apple Podcasts. Unlike traditional podcast platforms, YouTube’s video-first approach is redefining the format, forcing creators to prioritize visuals for discovery…
Barb will begin tracking YouTube viewership on TV sets in Q3 2025, reporting daily audience figures for 200 channels in partnership with Kantar Media and SeeViews. This follows a successful 2024 pilot and reflects YouTube’s growing presence on TV, which…
