For rights holders, content creators, and broadcasters alike, the era of launching “just another channel” has come to a close. Today, the ultimate key to success in the FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) market lies in deploying the right, hyper-focused niche project.
The past weekend at the Chinese box office brought no change at the top of the charts. According to the consulting firm Artisan Gateway, the family drama Dear You, produced by Jinant Film & TV, firmly maintained its number-one position.
When it comes to artificial intelligence, most people naturally think of Generative AI (GenAI). However, while generative models have granted content creators newfound freedom, they have simultaneously flooded the internet with low-quality clutter, somewhat tarnishing the technology’s reputation.
The domestic and international box office delivered a major surprise over the weekend. Antoine Fuqua’s musical biopic Michael staged a dramatic comeback in its fourth week of release, returning to the number one spot on the charts with a $26.3 million weekend haul.
The short-form vertical video format was originally created exclusively for smartphones, but defying all logic, Shorts are rapidly conquering television screens. According to data from YouTube, global viewers now watch more than 2 billion hours of Shorts on big screens every month.
The British regulator Ofcom has unveiled a draft of new regulations designed to align streaming platforms with the rights and obligations of traditional broadcasters.
The South Korean box office has a new leader. Over the past weekend, the Hollywood sequel set in the high-fashion world surged to the top of the charts, dethroning animation giants and domestic hits.
The Chinese theatrical market has entered its traditional post-holiday lull following the frantic “Golden Week” period. Over the past weekend, a poignant family drama claimed the top spot in the charts, edging out high-stakes thrillers and Hollywood franchises.
More than 4,700 film industry professionals—including titans such as Francis Ford Coppola, Juliette Binoche, Sandra Hüller, and Stellan Skarsgård—have signed an open letter addressed to European Union leadership.
Over the past decade, Netflix has evolved from a simple streaming service into a powerful engine for the global economy. According to a report released by the company, its contribution to global GDP has surpassed $325 billion, with its investments creating over 425,000 jobs across 50 countries.
