NBC Sports and Peacock set viewership records in 2024, with over 400 billion minutes watched across major events like the Paris Olympics, NFL playoffs, and the Kentucky Derby. Key highlights include a record 30.4 million primetime viewers for the Olympics,…
Reuters and Gannett are launching a bundled subscription service in Q1 2025, combining Reuters’ national and international coverage with Gannett’s USA Today Network local news from over 200 publications. The partnership aims to offer a cost-effective solution for media outlets,…
CNBC announced the launch of CNBC+, a business-focused streaming service priced at $14.99 per month or $99.99 annually, with premium tiers offering advanced market data and investor tools. Aimed at deepening engagement with its core audience, CNBC+ provides a global…
Netflix's 2024 strategy emphasizes subscriber retention, a focus on fewer but higher-quality original productions, and leveraging earned media for visibility. Key tactics include diversifying its library with licensed content, targeting selective investments in live programming, and maintaining "rock-bottom churn rates"…
LiveOne reports 450,000 Tesla owners stream content via its app, with 100,000 using the ad-supported tier. Despite Tesla ending subsidies for premium audio, the partnership continues through 2026, showcasing LiveOne's B2B success. CEO Rob Ellin hinted at new partnerships in…
Executives at PGA Tour say they are getting ready for a new era in sports when leagues will need to exercise significantly more control over the content that’s made from the games, matches and tournaments that every media outlet wants…
Apple is teasing a special Apple TV+ event on January 4–5, 2025, with cryptic messages and the tagline "See for yourself." Speculation includes free access to the platform, previews of 2025 content, or exclusive announcements.
Netflix’s NFL Christmas debut drew 24.2 million U.S. viewers, surpassing Peacock and Amazon’s streaming records but falling short of legacy broadcasters like CBS and Fox, which averaged 29 million viewers last year. Despite the gap, Netflix’s global reach and innovative…
Netflix’s NFL Christmas Day livestream marked a milestone in its live sports ambitions, with minimal technical issues and praise for stream quality. Strategic collaborations with CBS and ISPs ensured stability, showcasing Netflix’s potential to compete with legacy broadcasters. While some…
Universal Music Group (UMG) and Amazon Music have expanded their global partnership to foster innovation, offer exclusive content, and uphold artist-centric principles, including enhanced fraud protection. Additionally, UMG and Amazon Music will jointly explore new product opportunities to benefit artists…
