Tag: monetization

Ask Skip breaks down the current state of media and entertainment, arguing that the industry's direct-to-consumer efforts were more obligation than ambition. With M&E companies struggling to operate as true DTC platforms, Skip encourages openness to new sectors that might…

Alphabet hit a record $102.35 billion in Q3 2025 revenue, driven by a breakout quarter for YouTube, which delivered $10.26 billion in ad sales, its first double-digit growth since 2022. Shorts now generate more revenue per watch hour than long-form,…

Apple, Sony, and FAST platforms are prioritizing control over subscribers. Apple’s F1 deal locks users into its ecosystem, Sony monetizes IP across formats without a global SVOD, and FAST embeds content directly into TVs and cars through deals like Free…

Kirby breaks down the "IP Yield Era," where the focus is on extracting maximum value from intellectual property across every possible platform and format. Instead of relying solely on exclusivity, companies are working their content across SVOD, AVOD, FAST, merchandise,…

Behind the Stream spotlights how IMAX is transforming live streaming with its "Stream it in IMAX Enhanced" initiative, aiming to deliver cinema-grade quality to sports and global event broadcasts. Powered by real-time VisionScience tech, the system upgrades color, clarity, and…

Overwolf doubled its ad revenue to $100 million in 2024 and paid $240 million to in-game creators, reinforcing its position in the in-game advertising space. With over 100 million MAUs and active partnerships with major brands like Verizon and Universal…

Spotify’s video podcast partner program is gaining traction among independent creators with lucrative direct payouts, but podcast networks are holding back due to the lack of support for dynamic ads on subscriber-only content. Networks prioritize dynamic ad revenue through tools…

Fubo is launching Pay-Per-View events in June—no subscription required—starting with soccer and boxing matches. A new deal with DAZN brings its U.S. channel to Fubo and extends Fubo’s FAST channel to DAZN’s platform. These moves aim to attract casual fans…

Netflix crushed Q1 2025 earnings with $10.54B in revenue and a 32% operating margin, but the real shift came with its decision to stop reporting subscriber counts—signaling a permanent pivot from growth optics to monetization metrics. By ditching the outdated…

YouTube has quietly become the world’s largest podcast platform, with 1 billion monthly podcast viewers—far outpacing Spotify (100 million) and Apple Podcasts. Unlike traditional podcast platforms, YouTube’s video-first approach is redefining the format, forcing creators to prioritize visuals for discovery…