Super Bowl ads pack stars and influencers: It’s a strategic blend aiming to charm Gen Z and boost brands beyond TV.
Nielsen's out-of-home expansion: The measurement firm moves to capture full US viewership, transforming metrics for live sports and streaming.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what was behind the streaming giants staggering subscriber growth, how Prime Video's new ad-tier will affect Netflix, and how a deal with the WWE changes its sports strategy. "In Other News," we talk about an important milestone for ad-supported video streaming. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Daniel Konstantinovic.
Super Bowl LVIII is less than two weeks away. Not every ad has been announced, but we’ve kept watch on the teasers. This year’s Super Bowl will be defined by a potential Taylor Swift appearance, possible Paramount+ complications, and some big swings from brands. Ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers’ big night, here are five trends we’re watching.
Netflix rounds out its best quarter with a WWE rights deal: The streamer is still seeing strong subscription and revenue growth thanks to an ad-supported boom.
Diamond Sports Group looks to restructure post-bankruptcy: Prime Video to become pivotal platform for regional sports coverage.
Award shows still have significant linear audiences: The Golden Globes’ viewership rose 50%, but football remains the king of linear.
ESPN's $920 million media rights deal with NCAA boosts value of college sports broadcasting: The deal emphasizes the growth in women's sports viewership.
The year sports streaming hit its stride: Thursday Night Football, Sunday Ticket, and more delivered strong results for streaming services after a slow 2022.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss whether this is the beginning of Amazon's decline, if the Internet is becoming more ad-free, whether shopping pairs well with streaming, where brands will shift their ad dollars during the Super Bowl as they lean away from X (formerly Twitter), ChatGPT creator OpenAI's deal with publishing giant Axel Springer, the most visited tourist attractions in the world, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Blake Droesch and vice presidents of content Suzy Davidkhanian and Paul Verna.
Saudi Arabia stepped up investment in US media in 2023: A megamerger between LIV Golf and the PGA raised concerns about the country’s influence on the US.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what Fortnite developer Epic Games' win over Google means, whether McDonald's new restaurant brand will be a success, why women's sports worldwide are exploding right now, if video streaming bundles are inevitable, how AI rules can keep pace with AI development, who's planning to live underwater in a few years, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Ross Benes, Bill Fisher, and Carina Perkins.
Netflix’s sports strategy doesn’t involve costly rights: Rather than bid billions on streaming packages, the company is leveraging its own brand to establish live sports events.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss the travel rebound and how tech is helping it out, how Black Friday football (with a side of online shopping) performed this year, will X (formerly Twitter) go bankrupt next year, a new way to stream NBA games post-cable, what to expect from ChatGPT next year, why your passport is the color it is, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our forecasting writer Ethan Cramer-Flood, forecasting analyst Zach Goldner, and director of forecasting Oscar Orozco.
Revolution in women's sports: Deloitte sees revenue hitting $1.28 billion in 2024, driven by soccer and basketball.
Thursday Night Football shows viewership metrics don’t say it all: Amazon’s Black Friday audience was far lower than expected, but DTC opportunities drove brand excitement.
NASCAR is the latest sports league to strike streaming deals: Amazon, Fox, Warner Bros., and NBC will share media rights for seven years.
NBA’s Utah Jazz abandons traditional cable, launching streaming service: The move reflects a major shift in sports media distribution—and consumption.
Amazon is trying to create a mini-Super Bowl: The company has gotten major brands like State Farm to pay $600,000 for a 30-second ad during its Black Friday game.
WhatsApp partners with Mercedes-AMG F1, offering exclusive broadcast channel content: The messaging platform makes a play for fandom’s attention.