Media & Entertainment

Netflix phases out Basic plan amid ad-supported regrets: The company’s approach to lifting ad-tier subs puts it far behind Amazon.

Another Upfront season where Nielsen reigns supreme: The embattled measurement company is enjoying the benefit of strong linear sports viewership.

CTV's rapid growth brings brand risks: Rigorous vetting and monitoring are essential to maintain trust in the new advertising landscape.

Streaming giants explore merger: Paramount+ and Warner Bros. Discovery's Max consider joining forces to pay rising content costs and boost profitability.

YouTube's US TV share reaches record 9.7% in May: The platforms surpasses Netflix and dominates streaming’s market share with nearly 25%.

OpenAI faces wins and losses with publishers: The Center for Investigative reporting is adding to the company’s legal troubles, but it also minted a new deal with Time magazine.

FIFA’s gamble on streaming could lead to a change in dynamics: The soccer league wants to expand FIFA+ as it struggles to find broadcast partners.

Debate drama eclipses CNN’s spotlight: News network sought viewership boost from presidential matchup, but the event diminished its role.

EU regulator criticizes Apple for anti-competitive behavior by disabling features, signaling Big Tech’s regulatory avoidance strategy.

In today’s episode, host Bill Fisher is joined by analysts Paul Briggs, Matteo Ceurvels, and Jasmine Enberg to discuss the pervasive nature of digital in political campaigning. How big is the disinformation problem? And are we in line for an existential AI crisis when it comes to political messaging?

The number of LGBTQ+ consumers in the US is growing, and they seek authentic inclusivity from brands trying to reach them.

The new feature addresses user demand and offers them more content-sharing options, increasing Steam Deck’s competitive edge over Nintendo’s Switch.

The clash between publishers and Big Tech isn’t over: A California bill requiring tech to compensate publishers is advancing. Meta and Google are likely to strike back.

TV representation matters: Streaming services and broadcast networks make progress in casting minorities, but there’s room for improvement.

The number of AR users will surpass 100 million next year and reach 116.0 million in 2028, per our forecast.

Artist permissions are needed for YouTube to expand its AI music tools and compete in the short-form content market.

Intensifying scrutiny and potential billion-dollar fines could create product fragmentation, leaving EU customers without some features and functionality.

Netflix and Microsoft renew their vows: The streamer is hoping Microsoft can help it tap into high demand for CTV ad space as it struggles in Amazon’s shadow.

GenAI music platforms need to watch legal lines as music publishers continue their fight against misuse of copyrighted content.

CNN bets big on the presidential debate: The challenged news network is bucking tradition by selling ad space and allowing simultaneous broadcasts as it looks to recharge its brand.