The global pandemic has possibly hit every major industry from IT to logistics. Individuals across the globe have started to adapt to remote working and isolation. With the entire world under lockdown, people are resorting to online streaming for entertainment. In this article, I am going to examine the direct impact of COVID-19 on …
Lionsgate-owned streaming platform StarzPlay has launched in Japan through Apple TV channels. Users in the country can access the SVoD streaming platform on Apple TV app on iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Apple TV, Mac, Amazon Fire and Roku TV devices, and select Samsung and smart LG. Starz executive VP of International Digital Networks, Superna …
The famous Hollywood studio, MGM, with its SVOD service, debuts in South Africa in partnership with mobile operator Vodacom. With the intention of expanding internationally, the famed media company will now stream its TV shows and movies on-demand. The “MGM” branded SVOD streaming platform will be available as a part of the Video Play …
WELCOME TO THOUGHTSDAY LEADERSHIP Welcome aboard to Muvi’s Thoughtsday Leadership knowledge session! Just to let you know, Thoughtsday Leadership is a monthly affair taking place on the last Thursday of every month where we share enlightening blogs coming straight from thought leaders and experts in the streaming industry. Why is a Content Monetization …
If you think that competing with OTT giants like Netflix, Amazon or Spotify is impossible, think again. Despite Netflix and Amazon’s dominating presence in the entire streaming scenario, the OTT market still has room for all kinds of niche players that cater to a specific audience. Take the example of CuriosityStream, a niche VoD service …
If your streaming service offers a freemium subscription to lure new subscribers, you have only one primary goal: convert those free subscribers to paid streamers. Well, getting new subscribers through free-trial is much easier, but retaining & converting them takes a lot of planning and efforts. It’s actually the hardest part. On an average, …
Despite the rising traction for newer services like DC Universe, Netflix owns 71% of the global subscription video-on-demand (SVoD) market and still grabs 68% of share in the US. According to the research, it’s all because of the original content that helped Netflix to retain its subscriber base across the world. Out of 319 new …
Discovery Inc. announces a series of long-term agreements with BBC Studios that primarily includes the launch of an international video streaming service, a new 10-year distribution deal, and multi-million dollar content partnerships. With this move, Discovery is acquiring the SVoD rights to hundreds of hours of BBC programming, which will be used as the foundation …
Spotify announces the addition of Hulu in its premium subscription package, at no extra cost. However, Spotify’s premium plan, priced at $9.99 per month, has not managed to make Hulu free of commercials. The combo offer is valid for a limited period on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once the offer is taken, subscribers can enjoy …
Cindedigm in a partnership with Comedy Dynamic launches a video streaming service for the digital distribution of comedy content. With the network platform, Comedy Dynamics will be able to launch both ad-supported VoD and SVoD services across multiple devices. Both stand-up comedy and live performances have witnessed great success in the digital space. And with …