Media & Entertainment

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.

Behavioral advertising could be on the federal chopping block: A draft of the American Privacy Rights Act drew criticism from ad groups for proposing harsh restrictions.

EU competition regulators accuse Apple of DMA violations and excessive store fees. Consequences could include fines up to $38 billion and delays to its AI pivot.

Apple’s new tolerance for game emulators is good for gamers and could help appease regulators’ gatekeeper concerns.

Y Combinator and 140 AI startups oppose California’s Senate Bill 1047, fearing its restrictions will stifle innovation and harm talent retention.

Formula One and Amazon strike an AI partnership: Amazon’s AI deal with the NFL has attracted interest from F1, and its streaming rights will soon be up for grabs.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss how news on social media is different, if the movies are dead yet, the promise of new digital price tags, IKEA paying virtual employees in its virtual Roblox store, the most visited places in the world, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian and analysts Blake Droesch and Sarah Marzano.

The AI startup is being accused of content theft by Forbes, Wired, and The Shortcut. Legal action looms as tensions rise between media and AI companies over content scraping and attribution

Taylor Swift is the latest big name to partner with TikTok: The app's looming ban in the US hasn't hampered its ability to attract major partners.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss how much time folks are spending with TVs and CTVs, how many ad dollars are going to both, and which of the streaming platforms will make the most from ads going forward. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Ross Benes.

4 in 10 US agency and marketing professionals have reallocated ad dollars from linear TV to spend on connected TV (CTV), according to March 2024 data by Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB), Advertiser Perceptions, and Guideline.