Tag: Verizon

Verizon is cutting prices on its HBO Max and Netflix bundles for wireless and home internet customers. Starting December 16, HBO Max with Ads drops to $7.50/month and HBO Max Premium to $12/month when added to eligible plans. Verizon's Netflix…

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,…

Charter is doubling down on streaming bundling by adding Hulu to its growing SVOD lineup, while Verizon has officially exited the aggregation game, shuttering its +play platform. Meanwhile, Amazon continues to dominate third-party SVOD sign-ups via Prime Video Channels, claiming…

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…

Comcast has launched StreamStore, a centralized platform for Xfinity customers to manage and purchase streaming apps, bundles, and on-demand content. The move positions Comcast as a key aggregator, offering over 450 apps and channels, including bundles like StreamSaver. This comes…

Consumers are demanding more comprehensive bundles that go beyond streaming to include lifestyle services like fitness, smart home, and niche subscriptions. New research from Horowitz and Bango reveals frustration with subscription complexity, pointing to growing interest in platforms that centralize…

ESPN is finalizing major distribution deals with Verizon, T-Mobile, Roku, and Take-Two ahead of the launch of its standalone streaming service this fall. Internal documents also indicate negotiations with Walmart, Hulu + Live TV, and Cox, as well as an…

Verizon is shutting down its +play streaming marketplace, a service launched in 2022 to let customers manage and bundle streaming subscriptions. The move reflects a broader shift toward MyPlan and MyHome perks, which are integrated into Verizon’s core wireless and…

Optimum has partnered with Bango to launch a white-labeled subscription management platform using Bango's Digital Vending Machine. The platform allows Optimum customers to manage, start, and stop streaming subscriptions like Disney Plus and Hulu, with more services to be added…

From the Archives tracks how Awesomeness transformed from a YouTube startup into a multi-platform Gen Z media brand, reaching a $650 million valuation with backing from DreamWorks, Hearst, and Verizon. After the collapse of go90 and shifting corporate priorities, the…