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Features
Shares tumble for Netflix after disappointing second quarter
The streamer saw one of its worst market openings on July 19, but analysts say the SVOD giant’s global dominance isn’t under threat.
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Analytics
Netflix grows global subscriptions, but shares take a tumble
On the heels of Amazon’s recent Prime unbundling, the SVOD hit a rough patch on the markets. But analysts are banking on better times ahead.
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Featured
Verizon acquires minority stake in AwesomenessTV
The injection of new money will see Awesomeness create a transactional VOD service, featuring short-form content by the network’s digital influencers.
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Advertising
The evolution of YouTube Rewind
The annual round-up of the most popular video trends highlights the platform’s shift from home video to a corporate, commercial destination.
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Analytics
Snapchat narrows streaming gap with Facebook
With a reported six billion video views every day, the upstart social sharing platform is tightening its grip on Gen Z and millennial users.
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Advertising
Three industry pros weigh in on YouTube Red
From the loyalty of viewers to impact on brands, digital experts share their thoughts on the world’s newest SVOD.
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Featured
BBC Worldwide banks on OTT to solve ‘Britishness problem’
Director general Tony Hall says the new service will allow original content from the U.K. to gain a much-needed foothold in the American market.
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Distribution
Facebook introduces live streaming…for celebs
The social media giant dips its toe into the live-video waters as it looks to compete with the likes of Meerkat, Periscope and Twitch.
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Distribution
Comcast gets personal with new SVOD service
The new streaming service comes on the heels of competitor Dish Network’s OTT offering, Sling TV, launched earlier this year.
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Featured
Spotify sees funding boost and subscriber surge
Despite increasing competition, the music streaming service is determined to grow, adding one new customer every three seconds last year.