The rise of Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) has opened a new frontier for content owners to monetise their libraries. By offering viewers free content and generating revenue through ads, FAST channels have become a lucrative business model. This article addresses the most frequently asked questions about how FAST channels generate revenue, control ads, and […]
Channelbox has expanded its Nollywood line-up with the addition of four new FAST Nollywood channels: True African, Afriwood Blockbuster, Cinema Hausa and Cinema Yoruba. These channels are now available via Channelbox on Freeview channel 271 and Freely 561 bringing a ariety of African stories, culture and entertainment to audiences in the UK. The newly added channels celebrate the diversity of Nigerian […]
Hub Entertainment Research has revealed its 2025 predictions for the media and streaming industry. The company says that 2024 has been eventful year for the sector with the launch of Prime Video’s ad-supported tier, streaming’s big moves in sports rights, the US Presidential election and more. Hub’s predictions for 2025: Long-term subscriptions are in “When […]
Consumer Crusaders, along with its primary media brand TrustDALE, has announced a collaboration with FAST Channels TV to introduce its latest venture, a FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) channel branded Inside Investigations, to audiences worldwide. Inside Investigations has a growing roster of original programs currently in production including the channel’s flagship Inside Investigations series that […]
BCi Digital, a specialist in broadcast technology with over two decades of expertise, has announced the launch of Opportune, a groundbreaking schedule-aware ad decision service (ADS), for addressable advertising deployments. Designed for dynamic ad substitution (DAS) in linear TV, Opportune maximises ad relevance and audience engagement by leveraging precise targeting based on household data and […]
Action aficionados and fans of rapper, actor, and entrepreneur Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson and his G-Unit Film & Television can wtach new FAST channel curated by the icon himself. Roku is partnering with Jackson and Lionsgate to debut 50 Cent Action Channel in the US on December 10th on The Roku Channel. 50 Cent Action […]
Programming spend is projected to rebound in 2025 forecasts Omdia, reaching $206 billion (€195.7bn) after a challenging 2024, representing a 5.3 per cent global growth. North America is set to lead this resurgence with a 6.7 per cent increase, signaling a shift toward renewed investment and a focus on profitability. Maria Rua Aguete, Head of […]
Samsung TV Plus – Samsung’s free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service – has launched a selection of US content from the library of A+E Media Group for viewers across the UK and European regions. The 12 new channels feature many fan-favourite programmes from across the library of A+E Networks’ global brands, including A&E, The History […]
Mythical, the digital-first entertainment studio led by creators Rhett & Link, has announced two new ways for fans to watch Mythical content on Samsung TV Plus. As of November 15, 2024, Mythical’s always-on, FAST (Mythical 24/7) channel is available on Samsung TV Plus in the US and Canada. Additionally, all episodes of Rhett & Link’s […]
The Advertising Research Foundation (ARF) has proposed a new framework for classifying how US households connect to TV. The new framework would replace the pay/BBO/OTA scheme the TV industry has relied on for years. Data from the DASH TV Universe Study, including the first wave of DASH 2024, underscore the continued mainstreaming of streaming television, […]