Tag: streaming platforms

Xperi is cutting 250 jobs as part of a major restructuring to streamline operations and pivot toward its connected TV platform, TiVo OS. The move follows the end of TiVo DVR manufacturing and reflects Xperi’s growing focus on ad-supported CTV,…

Netflix is in talks to license video podcast content from iHeartMedia, aiming to secure exclusivity and remove episodes from YouTube. This follows a similar deal with Spotify, reinforcing a broader trend of platforms like Tubi investing in video podcasts to…

From the Archives revisits SnagFilms, a pioneering ad-supported streaming platform for documentaries and indie films. Founded by Ted Leonsis in 2008, SnagFilms built a massive syndication network and tech presence before shutting down in 2020 and pivoting to ViewLift, a…

From the Archives revisits Azubu’s, an esports-first streaming platform. Backed by $40 million in funding and exclusive streamer deals, Azubu aimed to rival traditional sports broadcasting but faltered due to inconsistent funding, missed tournament payouts, and the loss of key…

Netflix is evolving from a relentless content optimizer into a global cultural and commercial power broker. Recent moves, including real-time merch strategies with KPop Demon Hunters, integrated ad campaigns with AB InBev, and rumored talks with Warner Bros. Discovery, signal…

Amazon is preparing to launch its in-house Vega OS on Fire TV devices, aiming to replace its Android-based platform. The Linux-based system is already running on select Echo devices and is expected to arrive on TV hardware by year-end. Developers…

Kirby argues that live sports is no longer just content; it’s the core of streaming’s next business model. Services are shifting from cable replicas to fully integrated ecosystems that blend live events with interactivity, betting, and commerce to drive engagement.…

From the Archives revisits Vessel, the ambitious 2015 startup from Hulu’s Jason Kilar and Richard Tom that aimed to challenge YouTube with a premium “early access” model for creator content. Despite raising $132 million, offering creators vastly better revenue splits,…

Ask Skip tackles the misconception that traditional TV's higher average daily viewing time means it’s winning over YouTube. While legacy TV still commands more raw hours, YouTube’s metrics are often undercounted, especially across devices and global audiences. With dominant presence…

ESPN secured exclusive rights to WWE’s 10 annual premium live events in a five-year, $1.6 billion deal starting in 2026, displacing Peacock, which previously held the rights as part of a $900 million agreement. Netflix, which already owns rights to…