Search and advertising come under fire as the CMA takes a proactive approach to regulation while the US DOJ focuses on punitive remedies.
Prime Video may take a stab at streaming news: A successful election night broadcast has the streamer exploring options.
Biden’s proposal to restrict AI chip exports to 120 countries faces backlash from Nvidia, which says the policy risks stifling innovation and harming economic growth.
“Daily Listen” creates bite-size AI-generated podcasts from user history but could generate biased summaries and cut into publishers’ revenues.
Meta, Amazon join list of companies ditching DEI efforts: Evidence shows consumers reward commitment to social causes, but companies are making political calculations.
Venu Sports is officially dead: Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox are scrapping the controversial sports streaming service to focus on existing products.
President-elect Trump’s plans to cut EV incentives and expand oil production could drive up vehicle costs, undermining Biden’s clean-energy policies.
Social fuels streaming: Netflix invests in BookTok sensation “Twisted Love” as TikTok reshapes publishing and adaptation strategies.
Ad-supported streaming grows: 66% of US viewers prefer affordability as Netflix and Amazon refine ad strategies with lighter loads and live content.
DirecTV and Dish challenge the Disney-Fubo merger: Legal fight over Venu Sports launch highlights antitrust concerns in sports streaming.
Tech CEOs align with Trump, signaling support for deregulation and reduced scrutiny. Contributions and softened content moderation show efforts to foster smoother government relations and spur investments.
Peacock unveils live advertising features at CES: A busy calendar in 2026 has the company fleshing out its ad capabilities.
In 2025, digital advertising will be shaped by connected (CTV) consolidation, stricter data privacy measures, and AI-driven marketing. CTV growth may spark mergers, while privacy regulations push brands to rely on first-party data. AI will continue to enhance campaign performance and creativity, transforming how marketers engage audiences.
Don’t count Roku out: The CTV provider hit 90 million US households, cementing its leadership even as the sector undergoes major consolidation.
As connected TV takes center stage in advertising, brands are turning to creative strategies that capture attention and maintain audience engagement. Strong branding and frequent updates to campaigns are key to staying ahead in the competitive streaming space.
CES 2025 emphasized a shift to platform-agnostic ecosystems as cloud gaming, e-sports, and cross-platform play redefine the industry
Anthropic reaches a settlement with music publishers: Its agreement with Universal Music Group and others offers hints at AI’s future.
Consumer-facing features like Samsung’s Vision AI are enhancing consumer AI accessibility—reshaping content discovery and opening new advertising strategies.
Easing AI regulations could unleash unprecedented investments. But it also raises ethical concerns that policymakers must balance with growth.
Disney acquires Fubo, clearing Venu Sports’ troubled launch: The deal hints at future media mergers and sets the stage for a streaming shakeup.