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The "great pitch for streaming" at its onset was the notion of a convenient, one-stop shop for consumers to find their favorite media. However, rising subscription prices and the introduction of ads have made the entire industry "even more hostile" to users, IGN said. Moreover, if a streaming service opts to remove its original content without offering a physical alternative, then that show or movie "pretty much ceases to exist." Physical copies, then, are the "only way to ensure you can always watch them." The ADS Group & Studio 120/The ADS Group are all things physical media. From Blu-Rays, DVDs, CDs and USBs (that can function with menu options), we have a solution for you. Contact us today and learn more about how we are supporting the physical media resurgence. https://lnkd.in/gY86fPtF . . . . #physicalmedia #bluray #filmmaker #corporate #ownyourmedia 

Should streaming services release episodes weekly or rely on the binge model? A new Fandom study wants to better understand how binge, weekly, and two-part releases impact viewer visitation and engagement by analyzing fan engagement across its platform. The answer? It isn't simple and there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to figuring out which strategy works best for each platform. I spoke with Stephanie Fried, chief marketing officer at Fandom, to make sense of the data and chat about the widely debated topic. My latest for ADWEEK:

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Households using record 13 entertainment sources, Hub reports https://nca.st/b6W4M The entertainment landscape continues to expand and diversify, with the average U.S. household now utilizing 13 different sources of entertainment, according to new findings from Hub Entertainment Research’s semi-annual “Battle Royale” survey. #Streaming #OTT #vMVPD #FASTChannels #Entertainment #Broadcasting #Media

Great to see that Variety covered our latest report. Live streaming has seen a resurgence for the first time since the post pandemic dip. Exciting news for the creator and live streaming industries. Thanks Jennifer Maas for the story and congrats to Amanda Brooks 🔜 Gamescom and the Stream Hatchet team on another great report. More details and the link to the full report are in the article: https://lnkd.in/gg8udZkr #creatoreconomy #livestreaming #data #insights

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10 Best Free Multi-Platform Apps to Watch Movies Online #apps #games #software #apps #software #rswebsols Are you a movie lover looking for the best free multi-platform apps to watch movies online? Then you’ve come to the right place! With so many streaming services out there, it can be overwhelming to decide which platform is right for you. We’ve put together this guide of the top 10 free multi-platform apps that will help you find and stream all your favorite movies. From classics to blockbuster hits, these apps have something for everyone. So, kick back and ... Continue reading »

This was a really fun one to write and work with one of Digital i's rising star analysts Victoria Vipond. One of the best things about my job is that we get to tell stories about the master storytellers. I watched Fallout in 4 days (faster than the average finisher!!! - more data stats coming tomorrow) - and was completely enthralled by the quirky & immersive world of the show. As I was writing this piece, I also spoke to my colleague Zak Jepson, a proud supergamer. He told me about how the games really hooked him with their flexibility and variation of character, inviting you into the post-apocalyptic world and letting you design your protagonist's morals & journey. The true magic of viewing data isn't the % changes and the top lists; it's the story behind them - and the best analytics companies will let you design your own journey through the datasets. And yes, Zak. That analogy was just for you.

📈 🌎 How do you define a global hit? 🌍 📈 Globally successful shows are easier to measure than they've ever been before... Streaming platforms skip over borders and language barriers, opening up a global audience for your content. Although the formula might seem simple; the reality is far from it. We dive into the stats behind the Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios's adaptation of Bethesda Game Studios's Fallout. Are you ready to enter the wasteland of SVOD viewership metrics? Join the viewing revolution.

Netflix Gaming (81m downloads) 📈🎮 In our most recent newsletter, we explore Netflix's growth in the #gaming sector. With over 500M viewers across 190 countries, #Netflix reported a 15% revenue increase in Q1 2024, reaching $9.4B, and a 16% rise in paid memberships, now at 270M. Their $1B investment in #gaming has led to an impressive 81.2M game downloads in 2023, marking a 180% increase from the previous year. As Netflix continues to expand its gaming library and plans to introduce ads and in-app purchases by 2025, we believe they are well-positioned to become a key player in both passive and interactive entertainment. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gXuniazR