Instant Replay: Streaming Media Connect 2024
23 Feb 2024
Streaming Media presented its 13th Connect virtual conference February 19 - 22, 2024, with media industry cartographer Evan Shapiro as host and MC. Shapiro kicked off the event with a dynamic keynote, digging deep into the Q4 earnings call data to hold the spin doctors accountable and giving an unvarnished view of the industry. Other highlights included a keynote by Dana McGraw of Disney, titled Disney Advertising, Understanding Audiences: How Disney Advertising Leverages Data Science and Insights to Empower Advertisers, plus several panels covering topics such as app streaming UX design, scaling CTV advertising, measuring FAST success, and AI.
For Loss-Making Paramount+ and Peacock, a Merger Makes Sense—but not Necessarily with Each Other
19 Feb 2024
After courting WarnerBros. Discovery and AppleTV, Paramount is now eyeing up Comcast for a potential union of its streamer Paramount+, in this case with Peacock. Or it could be the other way around: Paramount Global has some hot properties making it attractive to rival streamers in a bid to compete better with Disney and Netflix.
The ESPN/Fox/WBD Mega-Bundle and the Vegas-ization of Live Sports Streaming
07 Feb 2024
In Super Bowl week, when interest in sports in the U.S couldn't be higher--and when the clash between the Chiefs and the 49ers is likely the biggest single-game betting event in US history--old media titans Disney, Fox, and WarnerBros. Discovery are having one last throw of the dice.
New Report Shows Only 13% of Consumers are Opposed to Ad Tiers in Streaming
07 Feb 2024
A new report from CX platform DISQO examines in detail how consumers are currently feeling about ad-supported streaming tiers. Their findings offer an insightful backdrop for the unexpected growth of Netflix subscriptions in tandem with Amazon Prime's limited advertising launch. David Grabert, DISQO's VP of Brand and Communications, answers questions by Streaming Media's Tyler Nesler about the specifics of the report and what it says about today's competitive CTV advertising market.
Best of CES 2024
15 Jan 2024
Streaming Media's Nadine Krefetz recounts media tech highlights from CES 2024
Live-Streaming Technology Trends 2023 Survey Brief Launches
20 Dec 2023
New survey results show shift in codec, latency, and bandwidth trends
State of Streaming Autumn 2023 Survey Report Launches
28 Nov 2023
Newest version of twice-annual report expands on "pain points" and growth patterns, available for download now.
Evan Shapiro Holds the Spin Doctors Accountable in the M&E Third Quarter Earnings Reports
17 Nov 2023
Evan Shapiro pulled no punches in his opening keynote for Streaming Media Connect 2023, digging deep into the Q3 earnings call data to hold the spin doctors accountable and providing an unvarnished view of the industry you won't see anywhere else. Read Part Two of our highlights from his presentation.
UX Evolution in Live Sports Streams
13 Nov 2023
On a panel at the recent NAB NY show, Rick Allen from ViewLift, Scott Morris from Agilis Quantum, and Lawrence Chan of LiveLike discussed the state of UI and UX for live sports and engagement, with a focus on the importance of low latency and reliability in streaming services, the need for high-quality streams, dynamic content, and personalized experiences for fans.
Netflix Intensifies Dive Into Gaming Landscape
07 Nov 2023
Netflix is making substantial moves in the video game industry. The streaming powerhouse is using the influence it has gained from recent studio acquisitions to develop a wide range of titles based on popular TV programs and films, along with a focus on higher-end games that are manufactured for seamless streaming on both PCs and TVs. This places Netflix in a unique position as a direct competitor with industry giants like Microsoft and Sony. Executives from BrightLine and Future Today provide their analysis of this development.
Next is NOW - Part Two of Evan Shapiro's NAB NY Keynote Address
03 Nov 2023
Read Part Two of our breakdown of media cartographer Evan Shapiro's in-depth NAB NY analysis of the existential threats that the M&E industry is facing. Evan used his unique way of viewing the data flowing through the media and entertainment industry's ecosystem to present a distinctive understanding of what's occurring and where things are headed.
From NAB NY - The Business of FAST: Monetization, Market Saturation and Viewer Engagement
01 Nov 2023
FAST services have many options for monetization and viewer engagement strategies, such as audience targeting through curated channels and managing third-party platforms. In a recent panel discussion from NAB NY 2023, executives from AMC, Cox, Vevo, and Moloco weighed in on the current state of FAST and how their organizations are working to improve viewer engagement and monetization.
Evan Shapiro Says “What’s Next” for the M&E Industry Is Already Here at NAB New York 2023
27 Oct 2023
In his keynote address at NAB New York, media cartographer Evan Shapiro emphasized the existential threat that the M&E industry is facing. Audience consumption behaviors and business models are being disrupted. Evan used his unique way of viewing the data flowing through the media and entertainment industry's ecosystem to present a distinctive understanding of what's occurring and where things are headed.
Wall Street Declares Netflix is Back - How the Streamer is Thriving Through Diversification, Personalization, and Optimization
20 Oct 2023
With Netflix's surprisingly positive Q3 reportings, Wall Street has declared that "Netflix is back." Despite rapidly rising living costs, the streamer has managed to reduce churn and gain new subscribers by cracking down on password sharing, recently launching an advertising tier, making it easy for users to pause their subscriptions rather than cancel, and adding more diversified and personalized programming options.
AI at IBC 2023: The GenAI Is Out of the Bottle
19 Sep 2023
AI dominates IBC discussion but application remains thin on the ground
Update from IBC 2023 – Warner Bros. Discovery Eyes “Massive Opportunity” for Ad-Lite VOD
15 Sep 2023
Adrian Pennington reports from IBC about Warner Bros. Discovery's new "ad-lite" VOD approach, with its launch of an ad-lite version of Discovery+ in Germany and its new TNT Sports venture. He also reports on the recent YouTube Primetime European launch.
Take Streaming Media's Autumn 2023 State of Streaming Survey
13 Sep 2023
The teams at StreamingMedia.com and Help Me Stream Research Foundation are getting a jump on fall by releasing the Autumn 2023 edition of the State of Streaming survey. This survey is our twice-annual look at the overall streaming industry. Take the survey today and help us understand just how the streaming landscape has shifted in the past six months.
Vote in the 2023 Streaming Media Readers' Choice Awards
23 Aug 2023
Voting HAS BEEN EXTENDED until September 30 in 18 categories. Cast your vote today!
Take Streaming Media's Live Streaming Technology Trends Survey
28 Jul 2023
New survey launches today covering live event market
How FOX Teamed Up with AWS for AI-powered Highlights
24 Jul 2023
Groundbreaking Recap Feature, Catch Up With Highlights, Built with Amazon Media Replay Engine (MRE)