Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Universal Pictures have sued Chinese AI firm MiniMax for allegedly using their copyrighted characters in its Hailuo AI product without permission. The studios claim the tool generates and promotes characters like Darth Vader, Superman, and…

Roku has expanded its OS footprint with the Aurzen D1R Cube, the first projector to run Roku TV. The move positions Roku in a device category long dominated by Google TV and aligns with its broader strategy to grow platform…

TV adaptations are outperforming traditional game updates in reactivating and retaining players, with Ampere Analysis showing series like Fallout and The Last of Us driving massive spikes in user engagement. These shows act less like marketing and more like strategic…

Netflix pulled in 41.4 million viewers (Live+1 AMA) for Terence Crawford’s victory over Canelo Álvarez, making it the most-watched men’s championship boxing match this century. The fight peaked at 24 million concurrent streams and reached the number one spot on…

Paramount Skydance is preparing a takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, igniting speculation of a larger bidding war that could reshape the entertainment industry. Warner Bros. Discovery stock surged nearly 30 percent on the report, while Paramount shares rose more…

Basics of Streaming breaks down the evolving landscape of OTT monetization, distinguishing between how money is made (business models) and how content is delivered (distribution models). With the rise of hybrid strategies combining SVOD, AVOD, FAST, microtransactions, and bundling, the…

EverPass Media has officially landed ESPN+ as a commercial distribution partner, cementing its role as the go-to aggregator for streaming sports in bars and other public venues. Starting this October, ESPN+ will join Amazon, YouTube, Peacock, and Paramount+ on the…

From the Archives revisits NHK’s ambitious push for 8K at IBC, where its Super Hi-Vision demos wowed crowds with unmatched clarity and immersive audio. Despite delivering on the tech—broadcasting 8K during the Tokyo Olympics—consumer demand, bandwidth constraints, and content scarcity…

Vimeo has agreed to a $1.38 billion all-cash acquisition by Bending Spoons, ending its run as a publicly traded company. The deal offers shareholders a 91 percent premium and is expected to close in Q4 2025. While both companies emphasize…

Netflix has partnered with Amazon to offer its global ad inventory through Amazon's DSP, giving marketers easier access to Netflix ad slots in 12 countries starting Q4 2025. The move expands Netflix’s programmatic reach and further consolidates Amazon’s growing role…