All major US streaming platforms had significant delays during Super Bowl LIX on February 9th according to data from Phenix – particularly Fubo (again), which was 78 seconds behind the action as the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. On top of delays – data from Phenix, a provider of real-time streaming video […]
The Walt Disney Company has reported revenues increased 5 per cent year-on-year in Q1 to $24.7 billion (€23.7bn). Operating income rose 31 per cent from a year earlier to $5.1 billion. The company reported 178 million combined Disney+ and Hulu subscriptions, an increase of 0.9 million vs Q4 fiscal 2024. However, Disney+ subscribers were at […]
Pocket.watch, the first and largest kids and family creator media company, continues its reign as the premiere studio distributing content starring digital creators on premium streaming platforms. After achieving tremendous success across top streaming services, pocket.watch is expanding its content library on Hulu (including Disney+ with Hulu), Peacock, and Amazon Kids+, further solidifying its position […]
Disney Advertising, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, has shared its estimated global and domestic ad-supported monthly active users (MAU) numbers, cumulative across its streaming portfolio, and its detailed calculation methodology. At CES, President of Global Advertising, Rita Ferro, revealed that the company’s ad-supported monthly active users have reached an estimated 157 million globally, […]
Roku has revealed TV viewing data that uncovers what 2024 looked like on its streaming platform in the US. Season 5 of Yellowstone, which streams on Paramount+, marked the top trending TV moment of the year – with searches for the show grew 1,200 per cent between October and November 2024. Further highlights include: The […]
Fox Entertainment and Hulu have announced a multi-year content deal whereby the Disney-controlled streamer will retain the rights for Fox’s content slate. The agreement includes an expansion of their platform marketing arrangement, reportedly valued at over $1.5 billion (€1.4bn) across four years, according to Deadline. Under the terms of the new agreement, Fox’s prime-time entertainment […]
Disney+ Original series This Is Not Hollywood is now available to stream exclusively on Disney+ in the UK & Ireland, and will be available on Hulu in the US on December 11th 2024. The four-part Italian Original series premiered at the 19th edition of Rome Film Fest in October. Following its release, it has become the […]
Bitcentral, a provider of media solutions for broadcast and digital video, has announced the appointment of Bill Bradford – a seasoned industry leader with nearly three decades of experienc – to its Board of Director. Bradford’s career includes leadership roles with America Online, Yahoo!, Fox and Beachbody. Bradford led digital innovation at Fox Broadcasting Company, […]
Parks Associates’ research finds US consumers are increasingly adopting ad-based video streaming service packages in order to save money on subscription fees. Ad-Based Streaming: Consumer Demand & Engagement, a study of 8,000 US internet households, examines why ad-based services are experiencing a surge in adoption, which services are the most popular, and household sentiment towards […]
NFL season officially kicked off in September to the delight of fans across the US, and attracted viewers by the millions. Nielsen’s September 2024 report of The Gauge revealed that NFL viewership for the month notably reflected audiences’ familiarisation with the cross-platform distribution of its games. This was most clearly indicated by the 12 per […]