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.
JioStar announced that the TATA IPL 2026 cricket season has surpassed 1.06 billion cumulative screen reach, a 7% increase over the previous season, with average match reach growing by 6%. Connected TV (CTV) emerged as the fastest-growing platform, experiencing a 26% increase in reach and 20% growth in consumption year-on-year. The season saw 22 digital sponsors on JioHotstar and 16 on Star Sports Network for linear TV.
wedotv, a FAST and AVOD network, and Amtecco, a broadcast and IP delivery specialist, announced a strategic partnership to offer end-to-end FAST, HbbTV, and IP distribution services to the broadcast and streaming industry. This partnership combines wedotv's channel operations, distribution, and ad monetization with Amtecco's technical delivery, including SRT cloud transport, HbbTV infrastructure, CDN, and automation. Motorvision Group's 'More Than Sports FTA' channel is the first to utilize this combined service, accessible via HbbTV URR on SES Astra 19.2.
OneSoccer has reportedly won a long-running dispute with Rogers, potentially allowing Canadian soccer properties to be broadcast on cable television. This development could bring the Canadian Premier League, men's and women's national teams, and the Canadian Championship to a wider audience through traditional TV distribution.
ESPN has announced kickoff times for a college football triple header scheduled to air on Black Friday, featuring the Egg Bowl and Lone Star Showdown.
Wedotv and Amtecco have formed a strategic partnership to offer a combined service for FAST channels and HbbTV and IP-based distribution, targeting broadcasters and content owners in Europe, MENA, and other international markets. The service integrates channel origination, IP delivery, CDN infrastructure, monetization, and HbbTV deployment, with Motorvision Group's More Than Sports free-to-air channel already utilizing the joint offering via HbbTV Uniform Resource Relocation distribution on SES Astra.
wedotv, a global FAST and AVOD network, and Amtecco, a Belgian broadcast and IP delivery provider, have formed a strategic partnership to offer end-to-end HbbTV, FAST, and IP distribution services to the broadcast and streaming industry. This combined offering, which includes channel origination, platform distribution, HbbTV and FAST-on-HbbTV deployment, CDN, and monetization, is now available across Europe, MENA, and other international markets. Motorvision Group's More Than Sports TV is the first client to utilize these services for HbbTV distribution on Astra.
CNN has launched a standalone weather application, "CNN Weather," now available on Apple's iOS App Store in the United States. This marks CNN's entry into lifestyle product offerings with a dedicated app.
Sharp Corporation and Roku, Inc. have announced a partnership to launch the new Sharp Roku TV QLED in the UK. This product combines Sharp's QLED display technology with Roku's smart TV platform.
Amagi announced enhancements to its CLOUDPORT platform, including the introduction of Amagi Monitoring, a proactive monitoring platform.
Samsung Electronics has introduced its 2026 TV lineup, featuring AI capabilities designed to enhance picture quality, sound, and personalize the home entertainment experience. The new models integrate advanced AI for improved viewing and listening.
LG Electronics launched its 2026 QNED Evo Mini LED TV lineup, featuring a new ultra-large 115-inch model and powered by an advanced AI processor. The new lineup aims to deliver an immersive experience with 100 percent color volume, targeting sports and gaming content.
Samsung Electronics has introduced its 2026 AI TV lineup, featuring models such as Micro RGB, OLED, The Frame, Neo QLED, Mini LED, and Crystal UHD. These TVs aim to redefine home entertainment by integrating AI for smarter experiences.
Data indicates that 55% of TV viewers have used at least one FAST service, with 46% of regular FAST users considering these services a "must-have." This suggests growing adoption and perceived value of free ad-supported streaming television.
Lady Gaga is releasing 'MAYHEM Requiem,' a filmed live performance, exclusively on Apple Music. This concert film marks the conclusion of her 'MAYHEM' era and will be available through the 'Apple Music Live' initiative.
POP.STORE, a creator monetization platform, is the title sponsor for VidCon Anaheim 2026. At the event, POP.STORE will introduce ECHO-ME, an agentic AI commerce platform designed to assist creators with business operations.
Meta's Instagram experienced a bug that temporarily reduced follower counts for numerous accounts, including prominent celebrities and public figures. This event highlighted vulnerabilities in the creator economy's reliance on follower metrics for valuation, which a recent report from Symbiotic estimated to be a potential $4.6 billion problem in the influencer marketing industry.
MrBeast is developing an AI-powered creator platform, which a job listing indicates will leverage artificial intelligence. The platform aims to introduce a more programmatic approach to the creator economy.
Lady Gaga's concert film 'Mayhem Requiem' will be available on Apple Music and will also screen for a single night at AMC Theaters. This marks a dual distribution strategy for the concert film, utilizing both a streaming platform and a theatrical release.
Disney held its 2026 Upfront event, featuring CEO Josh D'Amaro and over 100 on-stage personalities, to present its upcoming content slate and strategic direction to advertisers and partners.
EchoStar experienced a decline of 366,000 pay-TV subscribers in Q1, with 177,000 of these losses coming from its satellite television service.
A study by Hub Entertainment Research indicates that Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) users consume and spend similar amounts on streaming as non-users. This trend positions free streaming as a significant part of the television landscape.
ABC has ordered "The Rookie: North," a spin-off series from "The Rookie," created by Alexi Hawley and Lionsgate Television, with Nathan Fillion expected to appear in the pilot. This article is part of a broader industry recap that also touches on Fox's Q3 revenue, new series orders across various platforms, advertising trends focusing on premium live event CTV, and retail media upfronts.
wedotv, a FAST company, has partnered with Amtecco, a broadcast and IP delivery specialist, to offer an end-to-end delivery solution for FAST, HbbTV, and IP distribution services. This joint offering provides a full value chain from SRT contribution and IP delivery to channel origination, platform distribution, HbbTV/FAST-on-HbbTV deployment, CDN, and monetization, targeting broadcasters, rights holders, content owners, and platform operators across Europe, MENA, and other international markets.
Amagi announced upgrades to its CLOUDPORT platform, enhancing support for UHD content workflows and simplifying channel launches for broadcasters and content owners. The updates focus on improving user experience, expanding content resolution capabilities, and streamlining cloud-based channel playout operations.
Swerve TV has launched "The Prof G Channel," a new FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming Television) channel, on The Roku Channel and Prime Video. The channel features content from Scott Galloway, including his "The Prof G Show" and "Prof G Markets" podcasts.
JioStar's Prashant Khanna discusses how a combination of technology, personalization, and scale is being utilized to deliver the IPL streaming experience to millions of viewers. The article highlights these factors as key to reshaping how content is consumed across various screens.
Bravo announced its full Summer 2026 programming schedule, featuring new seasons of 'Next Gen NYC,' 'Below Deck Mediterranean,' and 'McBee Dynasty,' all premiering in June. The lineup also includes season premieres for 'The Real Housewives of Orange County' (Season 20) in July and 'The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th' in August, with all shows streaming next day on Peacock.
Ofcom's latest quarterly figures for Q4 2025 indicated an overall increase in telecom complaints, with EE TV generating the most complaints among pay TV services regarding billing, prices, and complaint handling. Sky, previously the least complained about, now receives an industry-average level of complaints for pay TV and broadband, and is the second-most complained about mobile provider.
beIN Media Group has rebranded its digital streaming service to "TOD by beIN" as it prepares to serve as the official digital broadcaster for the FIFA World Cup 2026 across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). This rebranding aims to unify the group's digital identity and strengthen its position for premium sports and entertainment content in 24 countries.
Peacock announced a new "Fast & Furious" series is in development for its streaming platform, revealed by Vin Diesel at the 2026 Upfront event. The series will be a joint venture by Peacock and Universal Pictures, with executive producers including Vin Diesel and Neal Moritz, and co-showrunners Mike Daniels and Wolfe Coleman.
TikTok has introduced a new paid ad-free subscription tier in the UK, allowing users to avoid advertisements and prevent their personal data from being used for targeted advertising. This offering aims to enhance user privacy and experience for a fee.
Broadcast television, specifically the Big 4 networks (ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC), is reportedly experiencing growth in series volume and viewership. This challenges the common narrative of broadcast TV decline, suggesting sustained audience engagement with traditional linear channels.
The article discusses how the smart TV operating system (OS) market has become a battleground for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and streaming platforms, with monetizing the home screen becoming a key focus. This competition determines whether OEMs can establish their own growth models or remain dependent on third-party platforms for revenue and user engagement.
The European Football Alliance (EFA) has expanded its North American reach through a distribution agreement with Fubo Sports Network. This partnership brings live EFA games and original programming to audiences in the U.S. and Canada.
This article discusses the NFL's reliance on free TV as its primary distribution method despite dealing with streaming services. It highlights that a significant portion of NFL games are still accessible on free television.
NBC Sports and Peacock are expanding their vertical video production capabilities across sports content, including for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. This initiative addresses the challenges of adapting live sports coverage for vertical formats, signaling a strategic focus on mobile-first viewing experiences.
Instagram's Vice President of Product, Tessa Lyons, indicated at the Scalable Summit that the platform is exploring options for long-form video content specifically for Connected TV (CTV) environments, acknowledging that short-form content may not be sufficient for TV success.
RunnTV, a FAST platform, has introduced time-shift viewing functionality for its live TV channels. This new feature allows users to pause, rewind, and fast-forward through live programming, providing DVR-like flexibility to its free, ad-supported streaming service.
Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada stated that Canal+ is considering supporting the distribution of Ligue 1+, a new streaming service for French football (soccer). This potential carriage deal would relate to the Ligue 1+ service which is launching in 2026.
Formula 1 and Sky have extended their broadcast partnership through 2034 in the UK/Ireland and 2032 in Italy, securing exclusive rights for Sky. This multi-year agreement reinforces Sky's position as the primary broadcaster for F1 in these key European markets.
The article details the 2026 Cracker Barrel 400 NASCAR Cup Series race schedule, confirming that the main event will be exclusively broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video. It specifies the date, start time, and stages of the race, along with a printable tracker for viewers.
ITVX, ITV's streaming service, achieved a record performance in April, recording 311 million total streams. This milestone was attributed to content such as "I'm A Celebrity… South Africa".
Paramount has confirmed its plan to migrate Pluto TV onto the Paramount+ technology platform by mid-2026. This move aims to unify the streaming stack, bringing together infrastructure, data, recommendations, and advertising technology across its free and subscription streaming services. The consolidation is intended to reduce duplication, improve product development, create a more integrated viewer experience, and offer enhanced ad targeting and measurement capabilities.
FIFA has reportedly not yet finalized broadcast deals for the 2026 men's World Cup in China and India, less than two years before the tournament. This situation raises the possibility that streaming and television access could be affected in these two major markets.
A report indicates that Australians are increasingly subscribing to streaming services offering live sports and major events, reflecting a shift in viewing habits, particularly among younger audiences. This trend highlights the growing importance of live content in driving streaming adoption.
NBC Sports' broadcast of the Kentucky Derby recorded an average of 19.6 million viewers, making it the most-watched Derby on record. The broadcast aired on Saturday.
Dish Network and Gray Media have reached a new distribution agreement, resulting in the restoration of dozens of local television stations owned by Gray Media to Dish Network's service. This agreement concludes a dispute between the two companies over carriage terms.
GoodShort co-founder Brenda Cheong discusses the growth of microdramas, crediting platforms like GoodShort for delivering short-form content tailored to current viewing habits.
Pvt.Space has launched a new privacy-first social platform designed for creators, focusing on ownership and monetization without surveillance-driven advertising. The platform allows creators to generate revenue through subscriptions, tips, and premium content unlocks, retaining 85% of their earnings. It also offers integrated communication tools, advanced privacy controls, and content publishing capabilities across various media types.
IMAX will host a live screening of the F1 Monaco Grand Prix from Apple TV in select US theaters on June 7, 2026. This limited theatrical event offers F1 fans an immersive viewing experience of the race.
