Platform strategy now spans four business models at once: OTT, SVOD, AVOD, and FAST. This category covers recommendation engines, content discovery, CTV app experience, player SDKs, and the subscriber engagement data that tells you whether a feature actually worked.
DIRECTV is implementing a price increase of $5-8 per month for most of its packages, effective June 25. This adjustment further positions DIRECTV as one of the more expensive live TV streaming services. The article suggests alternatives for subscribers seeking more affordable live TV streaming options.
Pluto TV announced it will dedicate an entire programming block to films starring Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen throughout June. Starting June 1, five classic movies featuring the Olsen twins will be available on the free ad-supported streaming service for the entire month.
The CW Network announced an expanded college football schedule for 2026, committing to 32 regular-season games and over 140 hours of live coverage. This represents its largest slate to date and marks a push into sports programming to combat industry cord-cutting.
Roku has updated its home screen with new features focused on personalizing the viewing experience. These changes are intended to benefit both consumers and advertisers.
The article's main content is missing as only the headline and a single sentence are provided. Based solely on the headline, the article discusses a study indicating that the average time between seasons for original streaming series has doubled. It also notes that despite this, subscribers and viewers are remaining loyal.
Fuertafit, a fitness platform, switched from Vimeo to Mux to address issues with video reliability, costs, and support. This migration provided Fuertafit with new video data to inform their product development decisions.
This article discusses ten shifts redefining the live sports video experience, focusing on how platforms are prioritizing viewing experience over content alone. It highlights the importance of fast, seamless, high-quality delivery to engage fans, reduce churn, and create new monetization opportunities.
Autentic has announced the expansion of its FAST channel brand, Wheels & Steel, into the German-speaking market. This follows a successful initial launch of the channel.
Sports streaming platform DAZN has acquired the media rights to the Canadian Football League (CFL) for both Canadian and global audiences. This acquisition allows DAZN to bring CFL competition to its subscribers worldwide.
A report from New Street Research (NSR) forecasts that SpaceX's Starlink broadband-by-satellite service could achieve 100 million subscribers by the year 2034. This prediction highlights the potential growth of satellite internet as a delivery mechanism for various services, including video.
Virgin Media O2 has launched two new Free Ad-supported Streaming TV (FAST) channels, "8 out of 10 Cats" and "Pointless," for its Virgin TV customers. The channels are immediately available.
Roku has announced the rollout of a new Home Screen for its TV devices. The company states that this update introduces "a more dynamic, smarter experience."
Samsung has launched its 2026 Vision AI TV lineup in India, introducing Micro RGB technology and a range of 72 models. These new smart TVs feature advanced AI capabilities aimed at both premium and mainstream markets.
Roku is implementing the first overhaul of its homescreen interface in over a decade. The update will introduce more personalization features and integrate a more prominent advertising unit. Roku City, the platform's screensaver, will also become interactive as part of these changes.
Prime Video announced seven new and returning Canadian Prime Original series at its 2026 advertiser-facing Amazon Upfront. This includes a new hockey series, among other productions.
ITN has adopted paid YouTube subscriptions as a strategy to support its archive content, indicating a move towards leveraging existing platforms for content monetization and preservation. This initiative is covered within an article that also mentions Facebook banning the Daily Mash and IPSO flagging AI-generated Misan Harriman complaints, though these are separate issues from ITN's content strategy.
Samsung India has introduced its 2026 Vision AI TV lineup, consisting of 72 models across six different variants. The new TVs feature a Micro RGB Display and leverage AI technology.
Samsung India has launched its 2026 television lineup, expanding its range of AI-powered televisions in categories including Micro RGB and OLED. This release introduces new smart TV models with integrated AI capabilities to the Indian market.
Samsung has rolled out its 2026 Vision AI TV lineup in India, featuring 72 new models with AI capabilities across 4K and higher resolution televisions. The lineup includes 'Vision AI Companion' for AI-powered content suggestions and picture optimization.
Top YouTubers Jordan Matter and Michelle Khare are advising Bedford, a new school designed to train aspiring creators. This program, costing $3,750, aims to prepare the next generation of online influencers.
Sony has announced its first 'True RGB' TVs, branded as the Sony Bravia 9 II, which utilize RGB mini-LED backlight technology. The article claims that these new TVs could bring studio reference monitor performance to the home. This launch follows over a year of previous teasing about the technology.
Investors are currently evaluating the financial impact of Netflix's password-sharing crackdown, paid sharing rollout, and the introduction of its ad-supported tier. The market is assessing how these strategic initiatives are influencing the company's stock performance. This ongoing evaluation is central to the news.
This article discusses the increasing impact of generative AI and ad-supported streaming tiers on digital habits in South Korea. It highlights how these trends are reshaping consumer behavior and the digital landscape in the region.
Brightcove has redesigned its Prism platform, moving beyond a visual refresh to reflect a broader industry shift in enterprise video platform expectations. The article highlights how this update aims to leverage UX consistency for customer experience advantage, indicating an evolution in their offering for business video users.
Naver announced it will live stream all matches of the North, Central America and Caribbean World Cup on its CHZZK streaming platform starting May 28. This move involves broadcasting the entire tournament on its proprietary streaming service.
Roku is making changes to its user interface and home screen design with the goal of improving the streaming experience and reducing the time users spend searching for content. The update aims to streamline content discovery on their platform.
Roku has redesigned its home screen to include AI-driven customization for content discovery. This change aims to provide brands with prime advertising real estate before viewers begin streaming content.
New research from Ampere Analysis indicates that streaming audiences are experiencing nearly doubled waiting times for the return of flagship original series. This trend suggests a growing gap between seasons of popular streaming content.
The Big 12 Conference has announced its initial football television selections for the upcoming season. These selections were made in conjunction with its television partners ESPN, FOX, and TNT Sports.
Supporting Cast launched gated, subscriber-only video delivery on Spotify, utilizing Spotify’s Distribution API. This integration allows subscribers who connect their Spotify account to watch exclusive video episodes directly within the Spotify app. The update aims to expand publisher distribution options and enhance premium video experiences within major consumer applications.
The article discusses how new approaches to broadcast workflows and the convergence of workflow, content, and production can enhance live event coverage, particularly for live sports. These innovative strategies are crucial for public service broadcasters to monetize live sports content effectively.
DIRECTV announced it will increase prices on some of its genre-based television packages beginning in mid-June 2026. This price adjustment is reportedly due to higher programming-related costs.
Major OTT platforms, including Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+, are launching vertical short-form video feeds. This move aims to compete with TikTok by adapting to smartphone viewing habits.
BijouTheater has expanded its streaming distribution to include smart TV platforms, FAST channels, online streaming, and YouTube. This move increases the availability of its horror, cult classics, kaiju, and vintage monster movie content.
New research from Ampere Analysis indicates that streaming audiences are experiencing longer waiting periods for the return of original shows. The study found that the average gap between seasons of streaming originals has increased. This trend affects viewer engagement and content strategy for streaming platforms.
A GitHub repository named "morphe-androidtv-patches" provides open-source patches for Android TV APKs of streaming services, specifically targeting ad-blocking for Paramount+ v16.8 and Disney+ v26.6.0. The project aims to enable ad-free viewing for users of these streaming platforms on Android TV devices. The latest commit indicates an implementation of a "Nowtilus kill switch" in an HBOAdsPatch.
Bright Media Solutions (BMS) offers a comprehensive suite of OTT solutions, including white-label cross-platform applications and a content management system (CMS) with capabilities for theme management, dynamic menus, and rights management. The company also provides end-to-end linear channel management, including ad sales, traffic scheduling, and integration with playout automations like Amagi Cloud Port, to support various monetization models including FAST channels.
A public petition calling for the cancellation of MBC's drama 'Perfect Crown' has surpassed 25,000 signatures, nearing the 50,000 required for review by the South Korean National Assembly. The controversy stems from alleged historical inaccuracies and cultural distortions within the series, leading to calls for its removal from all domestic and overseas VOD and OTT platforms. Production teams, writers, and actors have issued apologies and plan to remove disputed scenes, with a related pop-up store closing early.
Zoom published a technical library article detailing the architectural principles behind its Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) and Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) offerings, focusing on reliability, scalability, and hybrid deployment options. The article outlines active-active redundancy, adaptive media delivery, and features like AI Companion and Zoom Mesh, supported by a global distributed data center network. It highlights how these architectural decisions enable a consistent, secure, and manageable experience across its product suite, including Meetings, Phone, and Contact Center.
In The Black Network (ITBN) is a Black-led entertainment platform launched as a free streaming service with pay-per-view options. The platform aims to center Black voices and original stories, presenting them to a broad audience.
Gracenote's Q2 2026 update reveals that sports now constitutes 5% of total programming on major global SVOD platforms, a significant increase from 1.4% in November 2024. HBO Max leads in sports content share among tracked SVOD services, accounting for 35% of available sports programming, with Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, and Disney+ following. The report also highlights the growth of FAST channels, where live sports events make up 37% of programming on sports-focused channels.
Forbes analyzes why the theatrical release of 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' movie is projected to underperform at the box office, citing a decline in audience interest based on the third season of "The Mandalorian" streaming series and Google search trends. The article points to the film's standalone narrative, its similarity in production quality to the streaming series, and the historically mixed performance of TV-to-film adaptations as contributing factors to its anticipated performance similar to Disney's "Solo." Despite potential box office struggles, the film is expected to serve as a promotional tool for Star Wars merchandise and Disney theme parks.
ThinkTV published a report on total TV and streaming viewership in Canada, highlighting that "Total TV" (linear + broadcaster streaming) continues to dominate time spent with video, accounting for a 72% share. The report, which includes data from Numeris' National VAM, notes that few Canadians are 'only streamers' and that linear TV commands 80% of big-screen viewing time.
Social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok are evolving from friend-centric communication tools into entertainment hubs driven by algorithmic content recommendations, with a significant shift observed among younger users towards passive consumption of professionally made videos. This transformation is paying off for platforms like Meta, which anticipates ad sales to surpass Google for the first time this year, as their AI-powered ad targeting becomes more effective. While user engagement in posting has decreased, total time spent on apps and ad revenues continue to grow, pushing small businesses to become content creators to maintain visibility.
A new Gracenote Q2 2026 report indicates that sports content now constitutes 5% of global SVOD catalogs, a significant increase from 1.4% in November 2024. HBO Max leads among major streamers, accounting for 35% of available sports programming, followed by Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, and Disney+. The report also highlights continued growth in FAST channels, with sports remaining a dominant genre.
Netflix has updated its help center article detailing how users can resolve issues when their TV or device is not recognized as part of the 'Netflix Household.' The article outlines various troubleshooting steps, including updating the Netflix Household, requesting temporary access codes for travel, and confirming devices via email or QR code scans.
Agora is launching an Extensions Marketplace at the RTE2021 conference. This marketplace will feature video and audio modifiers, real-time engagement (RTE) analytics tools, and content classifiers designed to identify on-screen images.
Agora has integrated its video conferencing capabilities directly into the Box platform, allowing users to conduct video meetings within Box without switching applications. This new feature aims to streamline workflows for enterprises utilizing Box for content management and collaboration.
Agora, Inc. will demonstrate new products focused on delivering immersive metaverse experiences for enterprises, developers, and end-users at the Immerse Global Summit. This announcement highlights their collaboration with HTC and Magic Leap in this effort.
Agora announced that its real-time engagement platform added 400 new customers in 2022, increasing its customer base by nearly 15%. The company now serves a total of 3,000 customers with its platform.
