Basics of Streaming explains rights management as the operational framework that translates licensing contracts into real-time enforcement across geography, time windows, devices, and monetization models. It outlines how platforms automate…
AMC Networks crossed a major inflection point as streaming became its largest source of U.S. revenue in Q4, with streaming revenue up 17% to $177 million and now surpassing affiliate fees. The growth was driven primarily by price increases across…
Skip confirms AI’s full entry into the media economy, competing directly with publishers, platforms, and streaming services for brand dollars. Conversational AI captures sustained intent and high-density first-party signal, turning interaction data into premium inventory and shifting leverage to whoever…
Netflix is reportedly in talks with Barry Bonds and CC Sabathia to join its broadcast team for the San Francisco Giants vs. New York Yankees Opening Day game on March 25, 2026. The move signals how seriously Netflix is taking…
Apple acquired full ownership of Severance for just under $70 million, bringing the Emmy-winning series in-house at Apple Studios as it prepares for a planned four-season run and potential universe expansion. With the show costing roughly $20 million per episode,…
Ampere Analysis shows North American scripted TV commissions rose for a second straight year in 2025, even as international scripted output fell sharply. The recovery is being driven by commercial broadcasters and disciplined streaming services relying more heavily on pre-existing…
YouTube TV has begun rolling out lower-priced, genre-based bundles that give subscribers multiple downgrade paths without sacrificing core product features. The new Sports, Sports plus News, Entertainment and Family plans highlight YouTube TV’s growing leverage with programmers and its focus…
YouTube TV has begun rolling out lower-priced, genre-based bundles that give subscribers multiple downgrade paths without sacrificing core product features. The new Sports, Sports plus News, Entertainment and Family plans highlight YouTube TV’s growing leverage with programmers and its focus…
Netflix’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery gives it tighter control over content costs, better margin visibility, and less reliance on third-party licensing. The deal makes strategic sense internally but raises serious regulatory concerns due to market concentration, especially with…
Disney beat expectations in its fiscal Q1 earnings, with strong parks revenue crossing $10 billion and streaming showing steady improvement. The company also named Josh D’Amaro, head of parks and experiences, as CEO successor to Bob Iger. Disney’s board is…
Disney named Josh D’Amaro its next CEO, aligning leadership with a $60 billion investment in parks and experiences. His operational success in that division reflects Disney’s shift toward long-term, capital-intensive growth. Media remains key but now supports broader business goals,…
Paramount+ has started acquiring unscripted projects again and brought in former Netflix executive Damla Dogan as a consultant reporting to Head of Originals Jane Wiseman. While this does not mark a full strategy shift, it signals the streamer is cautiously…
Disney finalized its acquisition of NFL Media in exchange for a 10 percent stake in ESPN, giving the NFL ownership in a key broadcast partner. Bob Iger declined to comment on how this changes ESPN’s rights position or editorial independence.…
HBO Max has launched in Germany, Italy, and five other European markets, expanding through new carriage deals with Amazon Prime Video and local bundling partners. The move ends legacy Sky restrictions and sets the stage for a U.K./Ireland launch in…
Spotify has opened a new video-first podcast studio in Hollywood’s Sycamore media district, marking its second LA location and expanding its investment in video podcasting. The 11,000-square-foot facility will support creators in the Spotify Partner Program, including The Ringer and…
Netflix is facing a lawsuit from an HBO Max subscriber seeking to block its proposed $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery’s entertainment assets, alleging the merger would harm competition and lead to higher subscription prices. The plaintiff argues the…
FIFA has named TikTok its official "Preferred Platform" for the 2026 World Cup, marking the first time a social media platform has received such a designation. The deal includes live match footage, press conferences, training updates, and creator-led content, aiming…
NBCUniversal is expanding Peacock’s interactive sports streaming features for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics and NBA All-Star Weekend. New mobile-optimized experiences—Rinkside Live for hockey and figure skating, and Courtside Live for basketball—will let users toggle between curated camera angles…
Disney+ is planning to launch a vertical, TikTok-style video feed later this year, aiming to increase daily user engagement through short-form content. The feed may include episode clips, social content, and AI-generated videos, possibly integrating elements from its ESPN “Verts”…
