Russian cinema is bracing for a new financial surge. According to the official declaration of goals and objectives from the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, the box office revenue for domestic films is projected to grow by 7.7% in 2026, reaching a milestone of 42 billion rubles.
Traditional media outlets are definitively losing their status as the primary source of information in the United States.
At the World Content Market held in Moscow (April 14–16, 2026), the Chinese delegation emerged as one of the primary centers of attraction.
The French television market has been hit by a harsh reality: following a record-breaking 599 projects in 2022, the industry has seen a sharp 14% decline.
Major Russian companies and industry associations have submitted formal feedback on the government’s draft bill for the regulation of artificial intelligence. Experts warn that, in its current form, the document will create substantial barriers for both the economy and private citizens.
The era of cheap streaming has officially vanished into the past. In its place has emerged a phenomenon dubbed “streamflation”—an endless cycle of price hikes that, according to experts, has finally hit the ceiling of consumer purchasing power.
The animated hit from Universal, “The Super Mario Movie: Galactic Edition,” retained its top spot in UK and Ireland cinemas following its second weekend.
Google Cloud and Avid, the developer of professional software for the media industry, have entered into a multi-year agreement. The companies plan to integrate generative and “agentic” artificial intelligence directly into the video production workflow.
Netflix reported its Q1 2026 results, surpassing Wall Street expectations. The company’s revenue reached $12.25 billion (a 16% year-over-year increase), while net profit climbed to $5.3 billion.
The online cinema Ivi has become the first in Russia to implement a hybrid model: full access to its catalog for 199 rubles, provided the viewer watches advertisements. The technical partner for this rollout is MTS AdTech.
