Media & Entertainment

Spotify has nearly twice as many US listeners as the next most popular digital audio platform, Amazon Music, at 103.6 million compared to 53.1 million, per our September 2024 forecast.

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AI’s role in Spotify Wrapped is slightly subdued: The platform’s yearly marketing event included AI, but stopped short of prominently featuring it.

The holiday box office competes with the couch: Audiences are returning to theaters, but Netflix is offering blockbuster content.

Walmart’s advertising business gets a boost: The retailer closed its Vizio acquisition, giving it inroads into the lucrative CTV market.

The social app’s porous data security could undermine trust. Its decentralized vision won’t matter if users feel their content is AI fodder without consent.

Nintendo’s Switch 2 faces fierce competition as Sony, Microsoft, and PC challengers vie for dominance in a $27.97 billion market fueled by young players.

YouTube redefines podcasting: Video formats capture 43% of weekly podcast listeners, far outpacing traditional audio-only platforms.

Faced with booming media rights costs and legalized gambling, broadcasters, streaming services, and leagues are navigating how to stay innovative, remain profitable, and keep sports accessible for everyone. Media rights costs for major sports have surged dramatically, posing a significant challenge for traditional broadcasters like NBC and Disney.

Just over two-thirds of the population will be digital audio listeners this year, including nearly 75% of internet users.

With $16 billion in annual losses, Meta slashes app investments for Quest headsets, risking sales to stabilize costs while holding onto a long-term vision for Reality Labs

Trump’s tariffs on key trade partners may drive up prices for semiconductors, EVs, and phones, threatening global supply chains and inflating costs for consumers.

Understanding the nuances of how and where Latin America’s 293.2 million digital buyers spend their money online is key for brands and retailers to succeed in the world’s second-fastest-growing region for ecommerce.

Rivian secures federal support for a Georgia plant producing affordable EVs, promising jobs and innovation while facing tax policy shifts and industry headwinds.

A decision against SiriusXM’s cancellation process underlines the brand risks of burdensome subscription practices as the FTC tightens consumer protections.

NBCU will have to pay extra to keep the Macy’s parade: The retailer wants $60 million for a new Thanksgiving Day broadcast contract.

NBC News now expands: The service is bringing 24/7 free streaming to Mexico, Brazil as digital news consumption soars across Latin America.

CTV ad innovation benefits OOH advertising: The prevalence of digital billboards and small screens is helping the OOH sector reverse traditional media’s declines.

Roku’s original content gives it an edge in CTV: A deal with Google highlights how content offerings allow Roku to reach viewers outside its hardware net.