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Is the Golden Era of FAST Channels Slowing Down? 📺 The free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) industry is evolving rapidly. With 1,943 unique offerings identified, the sector has grown 13% from May 2023 and a remarkable 47% from May 2022. 📈 Interestingly, while the growth rate is slowing, the quality and variety of content are improving. Major players like Warner Bros. Discovery are now fully immersed in the FAST game. Channels like Court TV, Forensic Files, and Game Show Central lead the way with the widest distribution across 13 platforms. 🎬 Movies are becoming increasingly popular, with movie-focused channels growing 50% year-over-year to reach 236. This trend shows that a strong offering of movie channels is crucial for consumer satisfaction. 🍿 With so many unique channels available, how do you decide what to watch? What new content or features draw you to a particular FAST platform? Warner Bros. Discovery, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Peacock, Plex, Inc., Pluto TV, Samsung TV Plus, Sling TV, Tubi, VIZIO, Xumo, The CW Network, LG Electronics, The Walt Disney Company, Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios, Local Now, Lionsgate, Redbox Entertainment Inc., ViX, Inc., FilmRise #FASTChannels #StreamingMedia #Media #Entertainment #FutureTrends #ContentCreation #DigitalMedia

Content creators are taking over. Entertainment is entering a new era as attention shifts away from traditional cable TV, streaming platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, and Peacock, and even movie theaters. More people are seeking fresh, innovative ways to engage their time and dollars. And the creators are certainly delivering with engaging content that circulates the web and is also attracting countless celebrities and companies who are looking to capitalize in a new territory. Per Forbes, the creator economy is currently valued at $250 billion, and that number is projected to nearly double by 2027. Three top Black creators are not just participating in this revolution — they’re leading it. Read more here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gwAqDmqz #AFROTECH

2025 has officially begun 🌄 2024 proved that our industry has been a beacon of innovation, continuously redefining how the world experiences entertainment. In our latest blog, Frank Schönberger, Tsviatko Jongov, Jens Schneider and Geoff Gordon reflect on the successes and challenges of 2024, and explore the opportunities awaiting the industry in 2025. "The “golden age of streaming” ended quite some time ago, and many are still trying to figure out how to adapt to the new normal..." The question is - how can companies in the M&E industry adapt to the fast evolving landscape? Read the blog to find out! https://lnkd.in/ehPrhWXF #mainconcept #newblog #2025

Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. announced this week that it has entered into a multi-year distribution agreement with Comcast for all its domestic linear networks. Jawad Hussain, CFA Hussain, Media & Entertainment Director, S&P Global Ratings joined Oliver Renick on Schwab Network breaking down what this means. Watch: https://lnkd.in/dABk9aXX Visit S&P Global Ratings Technology, Media & Telecom: https://lnkd.in/eQfPyQKX #WarnerBrosDiscovery #Comcast #Streaming #EntertainmentIndustry #Credit

🌍 The #Jay team had an inspiring day at republica GmbH!   It was exciting to hear our partnership with RTL Deutschland and Zalando highlighted in the panel "Ausgebinged? Wie Streaming-Dienste entscheiden, was wir zu sehen bekommen" featuring Frauke Neeb of #RTL+, Jonas Schlatterbeck of ARD Mediathek & Das Erste, and Torsten Zarges from Medienmagazin DWDL.de.   👉 Here are four key takeaways from the day:   👑 Content might be King but distribution strategies are key to success. 🙋 Great programming depends on both human and data-driven insight. 📊 Investing in a robust strategy for #metadata and #userdata is crucial to find out who cares and what they care about. 💡 Video streaming services are rapidly exploring new revenue models, including bundling, AVOD and FAST.   #rp24 #Streaming #TV #media #republica

Warner Bros. Discovery is making waves with its strategic restructuring! By creating distinct divisions for cable networks and streaming, the company has seen its stock soar by over 15%. This move positions them for growth in an ever-evolving media landscape. Let’s see what’s next! Read more: https://lnkd.in/d8GCNtsA #WarnerBrosDiscovery #StockSurge #BusinessRestructuring #StreamingBusiness #CableNetworks #MaxStreaming #MediaAssets #CorporateStrategy #InvestmentOpportunities #FinancialGrowth

65 Million Viewers, One Unforgettable #Fight! What an incredible milestone for live sports and streaming. Watching the fight on Netflix was truly a unique experience. While the numbers—65 million concurrent viewers and 50 million households tuned in—speak for themselves, for me, this event was about so much more. It marked a paradigm shift in how we experience live entertainment. Netflix’s foray into live sports not only set a new benchmark for scalability, real-time engagement, and audience impact but also demonstrated how brands can seamlessly integrate with the action—like the execution of body spray promotion during the event. Social media is flooded with the conversations about the spray. The future of live entertainment is making new waves, and it’s rewriting the playbook for #livesports, #tech, and #brandpartnerships.

As the streaming wars intensify, platforms are competing not just for content, but for superior user experience. This detailed analysis from BB Media ranks the top 5 interfaces and highlights unique features that set them apart. Discover why Netflix 📈 leads the pack with innovative categories and personalized features, how HBO Max 🏅 integrates sports and customizable subtitles, and what makes Prime Video & Amazon Studios's 📺 redesign a game-changer. Explore the standout functionalities of Hulu 🌟 and Magenta Telekom 🎥, and gain insights from special mentions like IQIYI 🇨🇳 and AppleTV+ 🍏. Stay ahead in the streaming landscape with this comprehensive guide, and learn what your platform can do to enhance user experience. 🔗 Read more here: https://ow.ly/UjrJ50RJWum #StreamingWars #UserExperience #StreamingPlatforms #TechInnovation #MediaTrends

Nov. 2nd—Day 2 Recap: #TPAFF brought engaging discussions, including the “Distribution & Liberation Panel,” where I was honored to speak. Together, we explored how transmedia is transforming film distribution, especially after the pandemic and industry strikes. Our panel also included the amazing Danny Torres from NBCUniversal, writer/director/producer Derek Johnson II and powerhouse producer Romaine A. Simon which delved into the “liberation” of distribution channels—how filmmakers are finding new freedom to reach global audiences directly through streaming services, VOD, SVOD, TVOD, and even social media, bypassing traditional gatekeepers. We highlighted the rise of hybrid release models, combining theatrical, streaming, and online premieres to expand viewership and profitability. Monetization was another key theme as we discussed new revenue models like subscription tiers, ad-supported content, and crowd-funded releases that give creators more options to thrive in the changing media landscape. This “Distribution & Liberation” discussion showcased the importance of adaptability and innovation in navigating the industry’s future. Shoutout & #gratitude to the amazing Cassandra Cooper CEO of OVA Media Group for inviting me onto the panel. I’m looking forward to building great things together—and as always, to my big brother Dr. Eric J. Zuley of the #ezwayfamily and his #ezwaybroadcasting #ezwaytv for setting it up, connecting us together, and providing media coverage #thankyou you guys!! Much love to ALL. 💖 #TPAFF2024 #FilmDistribution #NewMedia #PostPandemicFilm #HybridReleases #IndieFilm #FilmIndustryTrends #Streaming #DirectToAudience #FilmLiberation #ovamediagroup #IndieFilmmaking #VOD #transmedia #futureoffilm #tracedelatorre #filmgirl #tracemedia #artsharela #filmmakers #losangeles

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