Inside The Stream

What The Elvis Presley Channel launch says about the FAST linear market

Launching The Elvis Presley Channel on 100M devices was a major coup for Cinedigm. But it shows the FAST linear industry has challenges to overcome if it is to replace broadcast TV.

Unpacking conflicting Netflix performance data

In one SVOD satisfaction survey, Netflix ranks dead last, while another places it in the middle of the pack. We discuss the survey results and examine other contradictory data about the SVOD giant.

Is the Apple-MLS deal the future of pro sports delivery?

The Apple-MLS deal makes every live game available worldwide without local blackouts. We interview the publisher of World Soccer Talk to understand its impact on the league, Apple, and sports in general.

Enthusiasm and challenges revealed at the CTV ad summit

Enthusiasm for the flexibility and innovation of CTV was on display at the VideoNuze Connected TV Ad Summit this week. But challenges – including measurement, attribution, and experience – remain.

FAST channels, TV aggregator consolidation, CTV complexity

FAST channels, TV aggregator consolidation, and connected TV complexity drove the conversations at the StreamTV Show this week in Denver. We discuss why the issues are so important to the industry.

YouTube interactivity, 60 Minutes FAST channel, and more

This week we look at new YouTube second-screen interactivity, CBS’s “60 minutes” FAST channel, an RSN beats Sinclair to streaming, The Weather Channel simulcasting online, and The BBC goes digital-first.

SVOD’s continued growth, itvX unifies broadcast, AVOD, FAST linear

Despite Netflix’s troubles, the SVOD market remains healthy with strong forecast growth and new entrants like the NFL. And a London conference this week showed how SVOD, AVOD, and FAST are combining to redefine entertainment.

Inside the Stream – SVOD moves to multiple monetization models

SVOD providers have begun to realize subscriptions alone are not enough. Services like CuriosityStream, Netflix, and Disney+ are looking to AVOD and FAST linear to boost revenue.

Streaming subscriptions are “ubiquitous,” FASTs headed that way

9-in-10 people subscribe to a streaming service in the US, and half of those have three or more of the top five SVODs. Free ad-supported streaming looks like it will be just as popular.

NewFront surprises and Roku challenges

Strong connected TV ad growth set the stage for this week’s NewFronts. Companies talked innovation and originals to woo advertisers. Roku’s presentation sparkled, but the company faces big challenges.