Is FAST Streaming Taking Over Primetime? 📺 A recent study from Xumo and FASTMaster Consulting reveals that Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) channels are becoming a primary choice for many Americans during primetime. A third of adults now regularly watch FAST channels in the evening, spending an average of one hour and 40 minutes—comparable to time spent on gaming, social media, and cable TV. What's fascinating is that FAST channels complement rather than replace other viewing options. The study dispels the myth that FAST channels are secondary or supplementary; instead, they are becoming a primary choice for many viewers. FAST viewers are young, diverse, and highly engaged, with 86% also subscribing to at least one paid streaming service. As traditional and digital media continue to merge, FAST channels are proving to be a significant player in the entertainment landscape. They offer an appealing alternative that fits seamlessly into viewers' media consumption habits. Will FAST channels continue to grow, or is this a passing trend? 🤔 #StreamingWars #MediaTrends #FASTChannels #DigitalTransformation #ContentConsumption #StreamingMedia, #Television
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Our recent survey highlights some exciting trends among avid men's sports fans and their TV viewing habits! 🏅 Nearly 70% of these fans watch streaming TV “often,” showcasing their preference for on-demand content across all platforms—broadcast, cable, and streaming. 📺✨ When it comes to specific streaming services, 54% of avid fans report watching Amazon Prime daily or weekly, followed by 47% for Netflix and 35% for Hulu. This is a clear contrast to the overall adult population surveyed, who watch less frequently across these platforms. It’s evident that sports fans are leading the charge in the streaming revolution! Which platform do you prefer for your sports fix? Let us know! 🏆 causewaysolutions.com #CausewaySolutions #SportsFans #StreamingTrends #TVViewingHabits #SurveyInsights
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How fast is FAST?
Is FAST.. fast? No speed involved here… FAST is an acronym and stands for Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television. In essence it’s a new approach which is similar to the traditional linear model for TV channels, but content is delivered with no geographical restrictions through the internet, allowing viewers to access content from anywhere at no direct cost. Some examples are Pluto TV, Peacock, The Roku Channel, IMDb TV, and Samsung TV+. What’s the business model? Unlike the traditional subscription model, FAST channels offer no-cost streaming for viewers by programmatically inserting ads into a would-be ad break. The business model is therefore based on content monetisation. Why was it important to shed light on this new approach to content delivery? First of all, we love clarity. Secondly, our increased involvement in playout projects, inspired this post. Our technology solutions are designed to support various playout approaches, from FAST to subscription-based channels, as well as flexible monetisation strategies. If you're interested in gaining a deeper understanding in any of the above or need support with your playout strategy, feel free to connect. You deserve the clarity you need! https://lnkd.in/gADmJ5YA #technology #FAST #expertise #playout #broadcast #monetize #contentdelivery #broadcastmedia #findoutmore
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In today’s digital age, streaming TV has become a prime platform to connect with your target audience in a more personalized and impactful way. With consumers spending more time streaming, there’s no better opportunity to get your message in front of the right viewers at the right time. Whether you’re looking to build brand awareness, drive traffic, or increase sales, streaming TV advertising can help you achieve your goals. Let’s explore how this dynamic platform can work for your business! 📩 Ready to make a move? Contact me today to start your streaming TV advertising journey and reach your customers where they are watching. #StreamingTV #DigitalMarketing #APG #marketingbyPat
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Is FAST.. fast? No speed involved here… FAST is an acronym and stands for Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television. In essence it’s a new approach which is similar to the traditional linear model for TV channels, but content is delivered with no geographical restrictions through the internet, allowing viewers to access content from anywhere at no direct cost. Some examples are Pluto TV, Peacock, The Roku Channel, IMDb TV, and Samsung TV+. What’s the business model? Unlike the traditional subscription model, FAST channels offer no-cost streaming for viewers by programmatically inserting ads into a would-be ad break. The business model is therefore based on content monetisation. Why was it important to shed light on this new approach to content delivery? First of all, we love clarity. Secondly, our increased involvement in playout projects, inspired this post. Our technology solutions are designed to support various playout approaches, from FAST to subscription-based channels, as well as flexible monetisation strategies. If you're interested in gaining a deeper understanding in any of the above or need support with your playout strategy, feel free to connect. You deserve the clarity you need! https://lnkd.in/gADmJ5YA #technology #FAST #expertise #playout #broadcast #monetize #contentdelivery #broadcastmedia #findoutmore
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FAST (free ad-supported streaming television) offers a lean-back streaming experience for viewers. It’s a streaming experience which typically hosts a much more familiar interface — and has an increasingly more prominent place on consumers’ TV screens. Here are three reasons why viewers are flocking to FAST: 📺 Love for the linear-like experience: FAST often features a traditional TV guide of channels, times, and program schedules. 💸 Reallocating their resources: Consumers are reassessing their spending habits because cord cutting and aggregating subscriptions to streaming services has resulted in little to no savings. 💡 Discovery of niche content: FAST offers viewers programming that’s suited for their interests in customizable categories and channels. Viewers scroll through channels to discover “what’s on,” rather than “what can I find that I might want to watch.” Learn more from Effectv 👇 #EffectvEmp
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William (Bill) Mobley: Why branded FAST channels are the next big thing in streaming TV. Great Read On Point. "The growing popularity of free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels has been one of the major stories in the ever-changing streaming landscape." " Many popular brands, including United Airlines and Expedia, are taking notice and creating their own media departments to reach streaming audiences in new and innovative ways, including launching their own FAST channels..." FreeCast: Additionally, Channels based on Lifestyle Audiences as a whole are even more valuable. Where Sponsors can participate directly, without the major obligation of mass amounts of content required. Coming soon...Cigar TV, BLK Channels, MisCanales, HBCU Channel, Playing For Change...have exceptional audience measurable stats for sponsors and target seeking advertisers. https://lnkd.in/eVeVAZGJ #NextGenStreaming #FreeCast #NoMoreAppDiving
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While overall time spent with Connected TV (CTV) continues to grow, time spent with advertising on TV still largely comes from watching live linear TV, including streaming through Pay TV apps.
Here's a TV trend worth watching. In Q1 2025, live linear streaming will match streaming's share of TV impressions at 18%. Viewers aren't giving up linear content. They're just finding new ways to watch it. “Linear streaming" refers to live linear content accessed through a streaming platform. This could look like catching the game through YouTube TV or streaming the news via Hulu Live. Same national ads. Different delivery method. Combined with traditional linear, this trend means 83% of TV impressions are still linear programming. And consumers regularly switch between traditional TV and streaming platforms to consume their favorite content. It's one more reason why the future of TV isn't about linear vs streaming. It's about reaching your audience wherever they watch. And that might be more linear TV than you expect. TV viewers still spend over 6X more time watching linear TV ads than CTV ads. #TV #Viewership #Data
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💡 🏈 💡 Antenna’s 2024 Top Subscription Insights: The NFL and Streaming Video The NFL has long been a TV staple, and is increasingly a core part of the streaming landscape. Paramount+ and Peacock rely on NFL programming to drive much of their acquisition, as do vMVPDs. YouTube TV disproportionately captures this acquisition bump. When NFL Sunday Ticket moved exclusively to YouTube TV with the 2023/2024 Season, YouTube TV subsequently grew its share of September Sign-ups YoY in 2023 to 44% (up from 33% in September 2022), and again in September 2024 to 48%. NFL Sunday Ticket is performing significantly stronger among YouTube TV customers than with the rest of the market. Antenna estimates that 61% of the subscriptions to Sunday Ticket come from YouTube TV customers. Given that YouTube TV subscribers make up a relatively small portion of US households, that translates to a high penetration among that audience. Read the full analysis, as well as others from our 2024 Top Subscription Insights series on the Antenna Insights Blog: https://lnkd.in/eCqwpMd3 #svod #streamingvideo #sportsstreaming #streamingmedia #subscriptionvideo #subscriptionmedia #subscriberacquisition #mediaanalytics #streamingdata #streaminginsights #subscriptioneconomy #sportsmedia
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FAST (free ad-supported streaming television) offers a lean-back streaming experience for viewers. It’s a streaming experience which typically hosts a much more familiar interface — and has an increasingly more prominent place on consumers’ TV screens. Here are three reasons why viewers are flocking to FAST: 📺 Love for the linear-like experience: FAST often features a traditional TV guide of channels, times, and program schedules. 💸 Reallocating their resources: Consumers are reassessing their spending habits because cord cutting and aggregating subscriptions to streaming services has resulted in little to no savings. 💡 Discovery of niche content: FAST offers viewers programming that’s suited for their interests in customizable categories and channels. Viewers scroll through channels to discover “what’s on,” rather than “what can I find that I might want to watch.” Learn more from Effectv 👇 #ComcastEmp
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Now that Summer is almost officially over, here’s a recap of what went on over these past few months👇 💥Streaming dominance: Streaming solidified its lead over traditional TV this summer, with platforms achieving profitability and increased advertiser spending. 💥YouTube's rise: YouTube overtook Disney in TV watch time, becoming the top overall media distributor according to Nielsen’s July 2024 report. 💥Sports streaming impact: Sports coverage played a key role in streaming’s growth, with NBCUniversal’s Peacock gaining 3 million subscribers during the Olympics' first week. 💥Streaming's upfront growth: Advertisers committed more money to streaming than traditional broadcast/cable primetime TV during this year’s upfronts, with platforms like Disney and Netflix seeing a rise in ad commitments. 💥Free streaming’s growth: Free, ad-supported streaming platforms like YouTube and Pluto TV are taking a larger share of TV audiences, impacting paid streaming services and traditional TV. Reference: https://lnkd.in/ddWU5S_w #Streaming #TV #DigitalMedia
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