OTT.X isn’t just a trade association—it’s where the future of streaming gets built. As the industry shifts, adapts, and battles for dominance, OTT.X continues to bring together the companies that are driving change. And now, it’s adding 12 new members to its already powerful network—companies that are shaping AI-driven innovation, cloud-powered distribution, ad tech, and content monetization.
This latest wave of members includes industry heavyweights like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Alliance Entertainment, and Parks Associates, alongside disruptors like Qortex, GoGo CTV, and Molten Cloud—each bringing fresh solutions to the table. The mix of tech pioneers, ad monetization platforms, and content distributors isn’t just a sign of growth—it’s a snapshot of where streaming is headed next.
AI, Automation, and the Next Phase of Streaming
AI isn’t just a buzzword anymore—it’s the backbone of the next generation of streaming. Companies like AWS, Qortex, EX.CO, and Visaic are harnessing AI and machine learning to optimize content performance, drive better ad targeting, and unlock new levels of monetization.
- AWS continues to dominate cloud infrastructure for media companies, powering everything from content storage to AI-driven analytics.
- Qortex is redefining video performance with AI-powered insights that directly link content to engagement and revenue outcomes.
- EX.CO and Visaic are bringing AI into the monetization game, using machine learning to deliver smarter, more effective advertising strategies.
Monetization & Ad Tech: The Streaming Economy Evolves
The rise of AVOD and FAST is reshaping how content is monetized, and OTT.X’s newest members reflect this shift. Companies like GoGo CTV, EX.CO, and Molten Cloud are developing cutting-edge solutions that put more power (and revenue) into the hands of content owners.
- GoGo CTV is building a CTV-first ad server with a true unified auction model, ensuring content owners get the highest bids—without conflicts of interest.
- EX.CO is pushing AI-driven ad automation to maximize engagement and revenue.
- Molten Cloud is taking a cloud-based approach to streamlining rights management, royalties, and content monetization.
In short: If you’re not thinking about how to optimize and scale streaming revenue, you’re already behind.
Content Distribution: The Power of Niche and Scale
OTT.X’s new members aren’t just innovating in technology—they’re also ensuring content reaches the right audiences. Alliance Entertainment, Giant Pictures, Xenon Entertainment, and Streaming Ink Media are all about getting content into the right hands, whether it’s independent films, niche programming, or animation for streaming platforms.
- Alliance Entertainment is expanding its footprint as a top digital licensor, managing films and TV shows across all major streaming formats.
- Giant Pictures and Xenon Entertainment are pushing independent and niche content into wider distribution.
- Streaming Ink Media is tapping into the growing demand for animated content with its Animation+ channel on FAST platforms like Roku and Samsung TV Plus.
Catch OTT.X at NAB
For anyone serious about streaming, OTT.X’s return to NAB in April is another chance to tap into the latest industry shifts. The annual OTT.X Member Breakfast will bring together executives from across the streaming space, featuring deep dives into AI’s role in streaming, the future of sports media, and the evolution of ad-supported models.
OTT.X continues to connect the dots between content, technology, and monetization—and its growing membership only strengthens its influence.
With these 12 new members, the message is clear: The future of streaming is FAST (see what I did there?), AI-powered, and deeply focused on monetization. And OTT.X is at the heart of it.