Tag: FAST channels

The Roku Channel has made notable strides, achieving 2% of TV viewing time according to Nielsen's Gauge report—outpacing Max, Paramount+, Peacock, and Tubi. Head of Content David Eilenberg emphasizes Roku’s strategy of avoiding massive spending wars, instead focusing on specific…

A recent closed-door discussion at CES brought together industry leaders to address the challenges posed by CTV platforms like Roku, Samsung, and Vizio. Participants highlighted concerns over restrictive practices, such as hoarding user data, demanding large shares of ad inventory,…

Plex has unveiled major updates aimed at enhancing content discovery, community interaction, and streaming functionality in 2025. Key additions include user reviews, public user profiles, and a redesigned interface preview for Apple TV, focused on streamlining navigation and customization. Advanced…

NASCAR is launching its first FAST channel, the "NASCAR Channel," on Tubi starting January 29, offering 24/7 free content, including classic races, original series, live events, and documentaries. This partnership helps NASCAR expand its audience reach, deepen fan engagement, and…

Kirby examines AI’s growing influence in Hollywood, from content production to personalized TV experiences, as highlighted by a Hub Entertainment Research survey and CES 2025 innovations. While AI enhances efficiency and discovery, concerns remain over job displacement and its role…

Roku has acquired exclusive U.S. streaming rights for X Games Aspen 2025 and a summer event, streaming them on The Roku Channel’s free sports channel. A new X Games FAST channel will feature highlights, interviews, and archival content, aligning with…

Our latest From the Archives reflects on Disney+'s transformative 10-year DTC journey as Disney+ celebrates its 5th anniversary today. Over its first five years, Disney+ reached 150 million subscribers, introduced an ad-supported tier, and turned a profit in 2024 ahead…

The Altman Solon Global Sports Survey highlights a growing trend among younger sports fans: preferring highlights on social media and TV over full games. This shift stems from frustration with the complexity and cost of accessing live sports across multiple…

TVREV emphasizes why FAST channel owners should shift focus from launching new channels to marketing existing ones, citing the significant discovery problem in the space. At MIPCOM, experts noted that 90% of FAST viewing is concentrated on the top 10…

Kirby has released a new rap, "The Streaming Wars A.B. (After the Bubble)," blending clever commentary on the streaming industry's current challenges with his signature lyrical style. Kirby’s work celebrates the unsung heroes of the streaming world and provides a…