Technology

Dan Calzone, in his debut on The Streaming Wars, discusses how influencers are displacing traditional movie stars as younger audiences prioritize authentic, short-form content over polished productions. Platforms like YouTube and TikTok, with their vast reach and direct fan connections,…

Amagi has acquired Argoid AI, a company specializing in recommendation engines and programming automation, to enhance its content distribution and monetization solutions. The integration of Argoid’s technology into Amagi’s platform will boost offerings like Amagi NOW and CLOUDPORT, advancing AI-driven…

MLS is moving its studio production to WWE headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut, under an expanded deal with IMG. The new 30,000-square-foot facility will support live programming for MLS Season Pass on Apple TV+, with plans to enhance content and production…

Adweek digs into the details of The Trade Desk’s new smart TV OS, Ventura, set to launch in 2025. The OS aims to improve ad efficiency, enhance user experience, and address content conflicts of interest. Backed by Disney, Paramount, and…

YouTube is projected to surpass Disney in total revenue as soon as this year, with a 2024 figure of $54.2 billion, according to Michael Nathanson of MoffettNathanson. The platform is driving growth across advertising, subscriptions, and YouTube TV, with significant…

Snap reported 432 million daily active users in Q2 2024, a 9% year-over-year increase. Revenue rose to $1.24 billion but fell short of expectations, leading to a 22% drop in share value. Net loss decreased to $249 million from $377…