
The Future Of Television. Dissected Daily.
Le Grand Review De MIPCOM
What were the big themes at this year’s MIPCOM? We analyze and offer some potential solutions.
A Reality Check On Shoppable TV
The convergence of retail media and CTV offers potential for shoppable TV, but challenges like consumer reluctance, budget fragmentation, and a need for seamless experiences remain.
Local TV’s Year Of Living Dangerously
The local broadcast TV business has thrived on temporary boosts from political ads, but that safety net is about to disappear, leaving the underlying structural weaknesses fully exposed come first quarter of next year.
Sports Dominate TV Watch-Time, Fox News Programs Rise Up
Fueled in part by the interview with VP Kamala Harris, “Special Report With Bret Baier” jumps into Inscape’s ranking of the top 25 TV programs for the first time since July.
Former NBC Marketing Boss Apologizes For Creating The Trump Illusion': 'I Helped Create A Monster’
Guest author Jon Accarino tells the story of his former boss, one time NBC marketing chief John D. Miller.
Long Live Ad Networks?
Ad tech companies are bypassing middlemen with direct and curated ad networks, questioning the need for traditional ad tech and its impact on smaller publishers.
Mr. Beast Goes Down On Amazon, New Data Illustrates The Streaming/Linear Disconnect
Do Mr. Beast’s Amazon troubles point out greater Creator issues. Plus some data to back up the notion that not enough ads dollars are flowing to streaming.
The Long, Slow Demise Of Over-The-Air TV
Until broadcasters recognize the value of nurturing their free-to-air audience, OTA viewing will remain a niche option rather than a mainstream alternative to paid services.
From First-Season Glow To Follow-Up Fade: The Hidden Dynamics Of Streaming Hits
Brandon Katz lays out the right programming strategies streamers can use to keep viewers hooked after the initial hype cycle has died down.
Sports Advertising Is More Expensive And Crowded Than Ever. Here’s How Brands Can Stand Out
VIZIO's Adam Bergman details how, in a crowded and costly sports ads space, brands can stand out by using centralized content hubs like VIZIO's Sports Zone for exclusive, high-impact ad placements.
Multiple Weather Channel Programs Make Most-Watched TV Ranking
Hurricane Milton coverage spurred enough viewership for The Weather Channel that three of its programs jump into the top 25 ranking for Oct. 7-13, per Inscape.
Hot Takes: What Trends Are The Industry Sleeping On?
What's the one trend that more people in the industry should be paying attention to right now? Our esteemed Thought Leaders Circle members weigh in.
The Pressure Is On Retail Media To Grow Up
The consensus at Advertising Week is that, despite all its upside, retail media still lacks some basic maturity.
VIZIO, Comscore And The Value Of Cooperation, SMB-TV Rules AWNY
Comscore and VIZIO show that it is possible for industry players to collaborate and why bringing SMBs onto CTV was all the buzz at AWNY this week.
It's Time To 'Act': Why TV & Video Need A New Regulatory Framework
It's time for a new regulatory framework for television/video – one that embraces the realities of our digital world while preserving the core principles that have guided media regulation for decades.
MLB Playoffs Steal Third Place For Most-Watched TV Programming
And although the NFL and college football maintain their chart-topping positions, both saw viewership shares decrease week-over-week, according to Inscape.
CTV In The City: Big Insights From The Big Apple
Our new 5-part video series from LG Ad Solutions looks at the state of ad-supported CTV and why it's ready to hit new heights.
TikTok Wants To Go Live This Christmas
The rise of Temu, Shein, and the year-old TikTok Shop has both shaken up online shopping behavior and expectations.
CTV Advertising At A Crossroads, FASTs Reflect A New Wide World Of Sports
Why ad-supported CTV is suffering from a "failure to thrive" and how to fix it, plus why live sports may be the best thing to ever happen to FASTs.