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As Streaming Consolidates, Netflix Keeps Gaining Upper Hand
If you can watch most content on most platforms, doesn't that just push every consumer toward consolidating around only subscribing to Netflix?
TV Program Ranking: NFL, MLB Lead for Watch-Time
NFL preseason games captured a 2.48% viewership share across Aug. 12-18, per Inscape.
The New Local Heroes: How Cadent Is Helping Regional MSOs Make The Shift To Streaming
Cadent's Paul Ranger on how their new deal around addressable is helping regional MSOs successfully navigate the shift from linear to streaming.
What Is Precise.AI And Why Does Consent Matter? Two Tech Founders Explain It To A Teenager
Two tech founders, one teen talking data and advice for accomplishing cool things. Also a write up from their AI bot, named Bob.
What’s A Head Of Agency Investment Do? Mike Bregman Of Havas Media Explains It To A Teenager
We all see ads, and we know brands want to get in front of us to feel something and to buy something. But how do brands know what to do?
The NCTC’s Very Smart Bundle Play, iSpot Gets JICced
The NCTC launches a streaming skinny bundle of the sort that consumers have been asking for, iSpot gets the JIC's full blessing for use as national currency.
As Walmart Goes, So Does The Ad Economy?
Big box companies are betting on retail media for profits, but expanding beyond their platforms may reduce its effectiveness and long-term appeal.
RSNs In Flux, Chicago-Style
The regional sports network (RSN) industry is in a state of flux, and few markets exemplify both the chaos and transformation more than Chicago
How Do Iconic TV And Movie Posters Get Made? Kenny Gravillis Explains It To A Teen
TV and movie posters can be so iconic. But how are they made? Rio talks to creative legend Kenny Gravillis about the process.
TV Program Rankings: The NFL Is Back, But Olympics Still Take Gold
Per Inscape, NFL preseason games captured a 1.55% viewership share for Aug. 5-11, behind only the Olympics.
Gen Z Rules Streaming, But Is The Industry Ignoring Everyone Else?
The most in-demand streaming series are aimed at Gen Z males. So how does the industry bring in older and more female audience? Brandon Katz has some thoughts.
The Future Of Content Distribution: Overcoming Challenges In The Digital Age
From clunky tech to sky-high costs, CCR’s Ben Saboe delivers the lowdown on fixing your content distribution woes.
Teads CMO Explains TV Strategy To A Teenager
Natalie Bastian, Global CMO at Teads, explains to teenager Jensen Muller what she and her company do.
Could Amazon’s Ad Business Become An FTC Target?
In the wake of Google’s anti-trust violations, similar FTC cases against Amazon are imminent… the impact on advertising remains unclear.
Disney’s Streaming Services Turn A Profit, Pelicans Fly The Diamond Coop
Disney's streaming services turn a profit, but is it sustainable? Meanwhile, the Pelicans fly the Diamond coop. A look at both streaming economics and the shifting landscape of sports broadcasting.
Blockgraph’s Aleck Schleider On How The Company Helps Local Advertisers
The fifth installment of “Why Advertising Is Shifting To Local”, features Blockgraph Chief Revenue Officer Aleck Schleider.
Peacock's Olympic Ascendance: A Double-Edged Sword For NBC & Local Affiliates
Peacock is the Paris Olympics’ media gold medal winner; will local NBC stations & affiliates even make the podium?
Streaming's Resource Crisis: Is Content the New Oil?
Streaming's content crunch: As new show production slows, platforms scramble to maintain hits and engagement with shrinking resources. Is quality the new quantity?
Olympics Captured 26% of Last Week’s Live, Linear TV Viewing Time
The 2024 Paris games continue to dominate TV viewership, per Inscape data.
What Early Details Around The Venu Streaming Service Tell Us
Details are coming out around the Venu streaming service, which also creates more questions.