🎤 CSTB.PRO.MEDIA 2026 Forum Unveils Business Program
On February 17–18, Moscow will host the 28th CSTB.PRO.MEDIA Forum, bringing together media‑industry leaders to discuss how to survive and grow amid the shifting realities of today’s video market.
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🎌 Japan’s Film Market Breaks Records
Japan’s box office had a triumphant year in 2025. According to Eiren, total revenues reached a historic high of ¥274.45 billion ($1.79 billion) — up 32% from the previous year.
📺 Thematic TV 2026: AI Revolution and Cross‑Platform Reach
The niche television industry in 2026 is betting on technology and flexibility. Experts from 1TVCh have identified the key trends that are shaping the market right now.
Holiday Content Collections for February 23 and March 8 Now Available on Mediabaza
The B2B media platform Mediabaza has unveiled updated collections of feature films, TV series, and documentaries ahead of the upcoming holidays.
🔍 Mediascope to Know Everything About Viewers
The Ministry of Digital Development is preparing a major expansion of the data that online cinemas and social networks must share with the national audience measurement company Mediascope.
🎫 “Avatar: Fire and Ash” Crosses the $1 Billion Mark
Disney is celebrating a massive success: the third installment of 20th Century Studios’ franchise, Avatar: Fire and Ash, has officially surpassed $1 billion at the global box office.
👩🎤 Roskomnadzor Blocks Popular Anime Encyclopedia
Roskomnadzor has restricted access to Shikimori, one of the largest Russian-language platforms dedicated to anime and manga.
🎼 Spotify Pays Artists a Record $11 Billion
Streaming giant Spotify has reported its 2025 results, announcing record royalty payments of $11 billion — one billion more than the previous year.
📊 Premier Breaks New Records
Online cinema Premier (part of Gazprom-Media Holding) has released its 2025 results.
🧐 UK Politicians Call to Block Netflix–WBD Merger
The proposed $83 billion merger between Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery has met strong resistance in the UK.