Florida rep Kat Cammack introduced the App Store Freedom Act to challenge Apple’s control over its App Store, but the bill is widely seen as political posturing with no real chance of passing. While the proposal calls for third-party app…
Mid-tier streaming services are rapidly losing relevance as consumers streamline their subscriptions, prioritizing platforms that deliver daily value and habit-forming engagement. According to TiVo and Bango data, viewers are spending less, using fewer services, and canceling not due to price,…
Comcast has named its cable and digital spinoff "Versant," consolidating legacy brands like USA, CNBC, and Fandango under a single corporate identity. The move streamlines operations, enables strategic flexibility, and positions the unit for potential M&A or divestiture, reflecting broader…
Google has launched 100 Zeros, a film and television initiative focused on embedding its technology and values into pop culture through entertainment. The effort is a multiyear partnership with Range Media Partners, with projects aimed at shifting youth perception and…
Amazon beat Q1 2025 expectations with $155.7 billion in revenue and $1.59 EPS, but shares fell 4.6% in after-hours trading as investors focused on soft AWS growth, cautious guidance, and looming tariffs. AWS posted $29.3 billion in revenue with record…
Roku reported strong Q1 results with $1.02 billion in revenue, up 16% YoY, driven by platform revenue growth and increased streaming hours. The standout move was its $185 million acquisition of Frndly TV—not for its content, but for its business…
Apple was referred to federal prosecutors for potential criminal contempt after a judge ruled it violated a 2021 court order and continued its anticompetitive App Store practices. The decision undercuts the justification for Apple’s 30% platform tax and could destabilize…
Ted Sarandos is positioning Netflix as the new entertainment establishment, aggressively dismantling legacy Hollywood norms. In recent appearances, he called the theatrical window outdated, dismissed Apple TV+ as a billion-dollar marketing play, and criticized Warner Bros. Discovery for abandoning the…
Lionsgate and STARZ have finalized their long-awaited corporate separation, with both companies set to trade independently starting in May. The move is designed to unlock shareholder value by eliminating the “conglomerate discount” and positioning each brand as a more attractive…
Kirby argues that Canela Media’s launch of Club Canela—a rewards-based engagement program—is more than a clever product tweak; it’s a wake-up call for the entire streaming industry. As platforms struggle with churn and diminishing viewer loyalty, Club Canela showcases a…
