Industry Updates

Streaming Is Gaining Traction In UAE 01 September 2015

  Days of collecting DVDs, tapes and storing them in a cupboard are gone as the streaming services through the internet are gaining traction, apart from disrupting the traditional business models. Streaming has changed the consumer habits and is giving … Continue reading

Forget Cable Vs. Internet: The Real Winner Will Be Virtual Reality 01 September 2015

  The current fretting over who will win the battle between cable and over-the-top on the internet (“OTT”) reminds me of the battle between Blu-Ray and DVDs; it was a battle between dinosaurs just before extinction, in the case of … Continue reading

Connected TV Viewing Rises Sharply, Marketer Engagement Does Not 01 September 2015

  Although connected TV/over-the-top viewing is sharply climbing, engagement in advertising on connected TV/OTT platforms is low. An Association of National Advertisers/BrightLine survey says one in five — 22% — “engaged” in connected TV/OTT Video advertising over the past year. “Lack … Continue reading

Apple Reportedly Exploring Producing Original TV Shows 01 September 2015

  It’s currently unclear how large Apple’s ambitions and commitment to producing original video content are, as sources have told Variety contradictory things about the Cupertino company’s plans. One source says Apple wants to create development and production departments that … Continue reading

Connected TV Devices Reach Tipping Point 01 September 2015

Viewers who are only getting their video programming solely from pay-TV providers or (gasp) over the airwaves are now in the minority. According to The NPD Group, half of Internet-connected homes in the U.S. have a device that connects their … Continue reading