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Podcast
fromThedrum
7 hours ago

Why It's Time to Add Podcasts to Your Advertising Mix

Podcasts have rapidly gained popularity, especially among young adults, offering brands unique opportunities for integrated advertising.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
5 hours ago

New museum dedicated to AI promises an ethical approach

Los Angeles is experiencing a surge in museum developments, including the opening of Dataland, the first museum dedicated to AI arts.
Marketing
fromVariety
2 days ago

Variety's Entertainment Marketing Summit Takeaways: How to Market at the Speed of AI, Work With Creators and Make Campaigns Authentic Because 'Fans Are Smart, It Has to Feel Real'

Live experiences are central to marketing, with brands treating audiences as distribution channels and emphasizing authenticity and originality.
Remodel
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Inside a YouTube Magician's Fun House

Justin Flom's creatively designed home features unique magic-themed elements that have gained immense popularity on social media platforms.
Board games
fromThe Verge
16 hours ago

Xbox's weirdest studio is on a roll

Double Fine has released Kiln, a multiplayer brawler centered around pottery, following its previous game about a sentient lighthouse.
#youtube
fromTheWrap
4 days ago
Privacy technologies

YouTube Expands AI Likeness Detection Access to Celebs, Talent Agencies

Podcast
fromDigiday
3 days ago

YouTube is turning audio into an ad product - SiriusXM is selling it

YouTube partners with SiriusXM Media to monetize audio content on the platform, focusing on podcast and background music streams.
Media industry
fromTheankler
3 days ago

Creator Exit Playbook: How MatPat Built - and Sold - a YouTube Empire

Creators are now building businesses designed for sale, following the Patricks' successful model with Theorist Media.
Digital life
fromFast Company
20 hours ago

Meet your favorite new way to watch YouTube

Channel Surfer transforms YouTube viewing into a classic TV experience with a grid-based channel guide and minimal distractions.
Growth hacking
fromForbes
1 day ago

The 6 Key Videos Every New YouTube Channel Needs To Have

New YouTube channels should focus on six foundational videos to grow their audience effectively.
Privacy technologies
fromTheWrap
4 days ago

YouTube Expands AI Likeness Detection Access to Celebs, Talent Agencies

YouTube's AI likeness detection tool is now available to Hollywood talent agencies and celebrities for privacy protection against deepfakes.
Podcast
fromDigiday
3 days ago

YouTube is turning audio into an ad product - SiriusXM is selling it

YouTube partners with SiriusXM Media to monetize audio content on the platform, focusing on podcast and background music streams.
Media industry
fromTheankler
3 days ago

Creator Exit Playbook: How MatPat Built - and Sold - a YouTube Empire

Creators are now building businesses designed for sale, following the Patricks' successful model with Theorist Media.
fromThedrum
1 day ago

Opera Mediaworks expands EMEA video team as it readies for sales growth

Consumer appetite for video is shaping the digital advertising world. Advertisers not currently taking advantage of this format are missing out on significant reach.
fromRAIN News
1 day ago

iHeartMedia makes exclusive deal with Citizen Skull

"We built this partnership with iHeart to create elevated genre storytelling that doesn't just live in audio, but has the potential to expand across platforms," said Dean Butler, Executive Producer of the slate and Senior Literary & Talent Manager For CitizenSkull.
Silicon Valley
fromTelecompetitor
1 day ago

Roku and Samsung continue leading the connected TV platform sector: Report

Control of the platform layer is central to competition in the connected TV market. Operating systems determine what content consumers see, how services are positioned, and how advertising is delivered.
Television
#micro-dramas
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
19 hours ago

Inside the World-Conquering Rise of the Micro-Drama

Chinese companies create micro-dramas, serialized soap operas with minute-long episodes, that captivate global audiences with racy plots and emotional twists.
Social media marketing
fromLindsey Gamble
1 week ago

TikTok Expands Micro-Drama Push With Issa Rae's HOORAE Partnershi - Lindsey Gamble

Micro-dramas are a rapidly growing market, expected to reach $20 billion by 2030, with significant traction in both China and the US.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

A 'Star Wars' and 'Top Gun' producer is joining the micro drama craze. Read his pitch deck.

Micro dramas are evolving with VeYou, an app aiming to elevate the format with high-quality storytelling and AI-driven effects.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
19 hours ago

Inside the World-Conquering Rise of the Micro-Drama

Chinese companies create micro-dramas, serialized soap operas with minute-long episodes, that captivate global audiences with racy plots and emotional twists.
Social media marketing
fromLindsey Gamble
1 week ago

TikTok Expands Micro-Drama Push With Issa Rae's HOORAE Partnershi - Lindsey Gamble

Micro-dramas are a rapidly growing market, expected to reach $20 billion by 2030, with significant traction in both China and the US.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

A 'Star Wars' and 'Top Gun' producer is joining the micro drama craze. Read his pitch deck.

Micro dramas are evolving with VeYou, an app aiming to elevate the format with high-quality storytelling and AI-driven effects.
#ai-in-filmmaking
Film
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Three Years Ago Today, "Avengers" Director Joe Russo Predicted There Would Be a Fully AI-Generated Movie Within Two Years

AI-generated movies have not yet materialized, and filmmakers may be overstating AI's capabilities in the industry.
Film
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Bitcoin Thriller Billing Itself As First Quality AI Generated Movie

Hollywood studios are exploring AI in filmmaking, but practical implementation remains challenging and costly.
Film
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Three Years Ago Today, "Avengers" Director Joe Russo Predicted There Would Be a Fully AI-Generated Movie Within Two Years

AI-generated movies have not yet materialized, and filmmakers may be overstating AI's capabilities in the industry.
Film
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Bitcoin Thriller Billing Itself As First Quality AI Generated Movie

Hollywood studios are exploring AI in filmmaking, but practical implementation remains challenging and costly.
#ai
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Independent films

Luma launches AI-powered production studio with faith-focused Wonder Project | TechCrunch

Marketing tech
fromeLearning Industry
2 days ago

D-ID Launches "Agentic Videos" For Interactive AI Experiences

D-ID launched Agentic Videos, transforming traditional video into interactive experiences with real-time AI agents for enhanced viewer engagement.
Independent films
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Luma launches AI-powered production studio with faith-focused Wonder Project | TechCrunch

Luma launched Innovative Dreams, a production company with Wonder Project, to enhance filmmaking using AI technology.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

360-degree cameras have a new superpower

Splatica enables DIY 3D world creation using consumer 360-degree cameras and a subscription service for easy uploads and processing.
Graphic design
fromMan of Many
2 days ago

ASUS Wants to Own the Entire Creator Workflow, Not Just Your Monitor | Man of Many

ASUS aims to enhance the entire creative workflow with new ProArt displays and GoPro Edition laptops for better HDR editing and faster content creation.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Shade lands $14M to let creative teams search their video libraries in plain English | TechCrunch

Shade is a cloud storage platform designed for creative teams to efficiently store and search media files, addressing challenges posed by increasing content generation.
Apple
fromCSS-Tricks
2 days ago

Recreating Apple's Vision Pro Animation in CSS | CSS-Tricks

CSS can replicate Apple's complex product animations responsively, showcasing advancements in CSS scrolling animation capabilities.
#troy-baker
Vue
fromForbes
4 days ago

How To Vibe Code A Viral YouTube Video Machine

Vibe coding a YouTube dashboard streamlines content strategy by utilizing data to inform video creation decisions.
Music production
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

GRAI believes AI can make music more social, not replace artists | TechCrunch

GRAI focuses on empowering artists and enhancing music engagement through AI, prioritizing remixing and social interaction over generating music from scratch.
US news
fromFast Company
6 days ago

America's 'Laser Dome' starts here

The U.S. military is set to deploy high-energy laser weapons for air defense against weaponized drones after a safety agreement with the FAA.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The cinema lab: brain activity tracked to find secret to creating immersive films

Researchers at the University of Bristol study audience reactions to films using biometric data to improve filmmaking techniques.
Media industry
fromVariety
1 day ago

TV's Next Upfront Really Isn't About TV: Where Will Ad Dollars Go?

Traditional TV ad spending is declining as streaming services gain popularity and advertisers shift focus.
Arts
fromColossal
1 day ago

An Interactive Archive Celebrates the Wide Ranging Projects Inviting 'Unruly Play'

Play fosters creativity, connection, and challenges fixed ideas through interactive and participatory art projects.
Podcast
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

How Short-Form Clips Took Over the Internet

Short video clips from long-form content have become the dominant unit of online media, surpassing traditional promotional roles.
fromInc
1 day ago

Marc Jacobs Made a Social-First Series With Rachel Sennott. It Might Be the Future of Advertising

The Scene Bag follows Sennott, as herself, around New York City as she tries to get herself invited to the Met Gala. The first episode, which was released online yesterday, is less than three minutes long, but includes plenty of star-studded cameo appearances from Sandra Bernhard, Francesca Scorsese, and True Whitaker.
Television
#branding
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data for informed decision-making and competitive advantage.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data, particularly search engine data, for informed decision-making.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data for informed decision-making and competitive advantage.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data, particularly search engine data, for informed decision-making.
Film
fromConsequence
1 day ago

Stream On This Week: Zach Galifianakis Connects with Nature, and an Animated Cat Speaks His Truth

New streaming recommendations include 'This Is a Gardening Show' on Netflix and 'Ramy Youssef: In Love' on HBO Max.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Runway CEO says AI could help Hollywood make 50 films instead of one $100M blockbuster | TechCrunch

AI can transform Hollywood by reallocating budgets to produce more films, increasing the chances of success.
Digital life
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

The Digital Shift: How Consumer Habits Are Forcing the UK Entertainment Sector to Innovate

UK consumers now abandon apps that take longer than three seconds to load, reflecting a significant shift in expectations across various sectors.
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
4 days ago

Tim Cook Turned Apple Into a Hollywood Power Player. Does the New CEO Feel the Same Way?

"Great stories can move us and inspire us. They can surprise us and challenge our assumptions," Cook told the crowd. "We feel we can contribute something important to our culture and to society through great storytelling, so we partnered with the most thoughtful, accomplished, and award-winning group of creative visionaries who have ever come together in one place to create a new service unlike anything that's been done before."
Apple
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Insta360 is putting screens on its next wireless mics to show logos or images

Insta360 Mic Pro features customizable E Ink screens and advanced noise reduction, designed for direct audio connection to cameras and self-recording capabilities.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
2 days ago

Why Not Just Read AdExchanger?; Tubi Or Not Tubi | AdExchanger

Marketers struggle to differentiate ad tech vendors, creating opportunities for companies like CartographAI to provide neutral vendor reviews.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

MrBeast reveals his current entertainment obsession in his quest to level up his videos

MrBeast, focused on storytelling, is expanding his media company and exploring consumer products while maintaining a unique approach to content creation.
#creator-economy
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
4 days ago

Vibes over metrics: Why more creators are holding IRL events to own their audience

IRL creator events are essential for creators to engage and build their brands beyond social media.
Media industry
fromForbes
4 days ago

Fixated Acquires Studio71 To Build The Creator Economy Stack

The creator economy is shifting from access to ownership, focusing on building enduring media companies rather than just monetizing platforms.
Marketing
fromDigiday
1 month ago

A new studio is betting Hollywood talent and first-party data will reshape creator monetization

Linden Lane Films combines Hollywood production with top creators and proprietary data technology to capture brand advertising budgets traditionally held by premium publishers and platforms.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
4 days ago

Vibes over metrics: Why more creators are holding IRL events to own their audience

IRL creator events are essential for creators to engage and build their brands beyond social media.
Media industry
fromForbes
4 days ago

Fixated Acquires Studio71 To Build The Creator Economy Stack

The creator economy is shifting from access to ownership, focusing on building enduring media companies rather than just monetizing platforms.
Marketing
fromDigiday
1 month ago

A new studio is betting Hollywood talent and first-party data will reshape creator monetization

Linden Lane Films combines Hollywood production with top creators and proprietary data technology to capture brand advertising budgets traditionally held by premium publishers and platforms.
Film
fromInverse
3 days ago

Markiplier's Horror Hit Might Shake Up Hollywood Again

YouTube filmmakers are successfully transitioning to feature films, exemplified by Markiplier's Iron Lung, which achieved significant box office success.
Silicon Valley
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

Cintegral taps Taara connectivity for real-time live media production | Computer Weekly

Taara's optical phased array technology enables high-speed wireless connectivity for media production in remote areas without traditional infrastructure.
Independent films
fromKotaku
3 days ago

The Coyote Vs. Acme Trailer Goes For Warner Bros.' Throat

Coyote Vs. Acme, featuring John Cena and Will Forte, is set for release on August 28 after overcoming production challenges and a previous vaulting by Warner Bros.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

TikTok, an AI sitcom and clowns: how Hacks and The Comeback nail the humiliations of modern celebrity

Deborah Vance aims for a comeback at Madison Square Garden while navigating the challenges of fame and legacy in the final season of Hacks.
Digital life
fromForbes
5 days ago

Agencies Must Refresh Stale Media Mixes To Retain Relevance

Social media engagement is declining, particularly among Gen-Z and Millennials, signaling a shift in advertising strategies.
Marketing
fromThe Globe and Mail
2 days ago

How a two-person ad shop chases big-agency results

BaD Mktg uses AI and project fees to enhance efficiency and creativity, achieving significant revenue and profit margins in a short time.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
2 days ago

Streaming Platforms Are Embracing Vertical Video. But At This Point, Is It Worth It? | AdExchanger

Streaming services are adopting vertical video features to enhance content discovery, but currently lack advertising opportunities.
Marketing tech
fromVariety
2 days ago

TBPN, the Tech-Bro Show Now Owned by OpenAI, Is Launching an Emmys FYC Campaign

OpenAI's TBPN is campaigning for an Emmy in the emerging media category with ads across Los Angeles.
#siriusxm
Podcast
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
3 days ago

YouTube Partners With SiriusXM on Audio Advertising For Podcasts and More

SiriusXM partners with YouTube to enhance ad measurement for audio content, leveraging their combined reach in the podcasting space.
Marketing tech
fromVariety
3 days ago

YouTube Inks Deal Making SiriusXM Exclusive Audio Advertising Rep in U.S.

SiriusXM partners with Google to exclusively represent YouTube's audio advertising inventory in the U.S.
Podcast
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
3 days ago

YouTube Partners With SiriusXM on Audio Advertising For Podcasts and More

SiriusXM partners with YouTube to enhance ad measurement for audio content, leveraging their combined reach in the podcasting space.
Marketing tech
fromVariety
3 days ago

YouTube Inks Deal Making SiriusXM Exclusive Audio Advertising Rep in U.S.

SiriusXM partners with Google to exclusively represent YouTube's audio advertising inventory in the U.S.
Film
fromIndieWire
3 days ago

Jorma Taccone Wants to Tell You About His Ten-Year Break from Filmmaking - but First, Al Pacino Impersonations

Jorma Taccone directed 'Over Your Dead Body,' a unique blend of comedy and thriller, ten years after 'Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping.'
Television
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
5 days ago

Microdramas Platform Verza TV Shifts Strategy Just 4 Months After Launch (Exclusive)

Verza TV is evolving to include horizontal videos and user-generated content while maintaining a focus on mobile entertainment.
#advertising
fromThedrum
2 days ago
Marketing

Silicon Valley Executive Nathan Reuss Joins R&R Partners as Content Creative Director

fromNZ Herald
6 days ago
Media industry

From Dunedin flat to the world: The ad agency that's looking AI in the eye and saying; 'yeah, nah'

fromThedrum
2 days ago
Marketing

Silicon Valley Executive Nathan Reuss Joins R&R Partners as Content Creative Director

fromNZ Herald
6 days ago
Media industry

From Dunedin flat to the world: The ad agency that's looking AI in the eye and saying; 'yeah, nah'

Marketing
fromAdExchanger
2 weeks ago

The Price And Promo Paradox; YouTube's Interactive TV Push | AdExchanger

Online advertisers must balance product pricing and ad spending to maintain market presence and customer engagement.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Internal Paramount presentation reveals its 2026 streaming goals and how much viewership has grown

Paramount aims for significant growth in streaming services, targeting double-digit revenue increases and a merger with HBO Max.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

'Thank You For Generating With Us!' Hollywood's AI Acolytes Stay on the Hype Train

Generative AI is revolutionary, but it cannot replace human creativity, which is rooted in effort and experience.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
2 days ago

Clinch Brings AI-driven Creative Personalisation to Pause Ads Through OpenGlass Partnership

Clinch's ad-serving tags are certified for OpenGlass's Advanced CTV Formats, enabling personalized advertising across major streaming platforms.
Social media marketing
fromVogue
4 days ago

Will AI Kill the Creator Economy?

AI-generated influencers like Aitana Lopez are reshaping the fashion and beauty industries, blurring the lines between reality and digital creation.
Independent films
fromEngadget
5 days ago

The Mandalorian and Grogu director used Apple Vision Pro to preview the film in IMAX

Jon Favreau utilizes Apple Vision Pro for IMAX film production, enhancing the filmmaking process with advanced technology.
Venture
fromwww.engadget.com
3 weeks ago

AI animation studio Toonstar will turn books into digital shows for HarperCollins

HarperCollins partners with Toonstar to adapt book franchises into AI-driven digital shows, starting with the Friendship List series.
Marketing
fromExchangewire
2 days ago

Vevo Refines Upfront 2026 Strategy

Vevo introduces a tailored strategy for the 2026 Upfront season, focusing on bespoke brand solutions and innovative offerings like 'Artist Franchise'.
Independent films
fromInsideHook
6 days ago

Did an Unexpected Culprit Hurt Modern Filmmaking?

American cinema faces a paradox of thriving box office revenues while struggling with the decline of mid-budget films and the impact of YouTube.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
3 days ago

AI + human ingenuity: Where creative and technical teams meet | MarTech

Balancing AI adoption with maintaining a human brand identity is crucial for successful marketing.
Media industry
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Warner Bros and Paramount merger could reshape US media landscape

Concerns arise over media consolidation and partisan shifts with the Warner Bros-Paramount merger, facing regulatory scrutiny and potential political influence.
fromInc
4 days ago

The Brand Storytelling Trend: Why It's Happening and How to Win at It

In a world where audiences are flooded with content, cutting through the noise requires more than visibility. Organizations increasingly invest in storytelling and narrative strategists to shape everything from brand voice to internal alignment.
Marketing
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Beyond breaking news: local reporter follows his passion for film making

Sean Au emphasizes the emotional connection movies create between characters and audiences, inspiring his journey as a filmmaker.
Media industry
fromYahoo Finance
3 days ago

Netflix's next attempt at growth takes on TikTok and Instagram Reels

Netflix plans to launch a vertical video feed to enhance user engagement and content discovery on mobile devices.
Graphic design
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

10 Best AI Video Tools for Creators, Brands, and Growing Channels

AI video tools simplify content creation by allowing creators to start with a strong visual idea and produce videos for various platforms.
fromThedrum
1 week ago

The Mill and MPC Advertising unite under The Mill brand

The new consolidated studio will be led by Josh Mandel, previously CEO of The Mill, who will be taking on the new role of President of Advertising at Technicolor Creative Studios.
Marketing
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
3 days ago

A whole new way to think about TV advertising | MarTech

Television advertising is evolving with AI-driven product placements, addressing viewer engagement and improving return on ad spend.
Marketing tech
fromComputerworld
4 days ago

Adobe builds an 'agentic content supply chain' for the AI era

Adobe's new tools automate content creation and enhance branding through generative AI and agentic assistants.
Marketing tech
fromMarketing Dive
6 days ago

Viant acquires TVision to realize CTV advertising trifecta

Viant acquires TVision Insights for $40 million to enhance ad measurement and improve programmatic ad-buying capabilities.
Video games
fromVG247
1 month ago

Heartopia goes to the movies with its next event

Heartopia's Dreamlight Cinematics Festival runs March 21 to May 1, celebrating classic Hollywood filmmaking with themed collectibles, cosmetics, and limited-time exhibition passes.
fromTipRanks Financial
2 weeks ago

QYOU Studios Named "Most Innovative Studio" for Creator-Led Digital Campaigns - TipRanks.com

QYOU Studios has been named 'Most Innovative Studio' at the Digiday TV & Video Awards, underscoring its growing prominence in creator-powered storytelling and premium digital production.
Media industry
Media industry
fromDigiday
1 month ago

The in-house entertainment studio is having its social media team moment

Major brands are building in-house entertainment studios with dedicated executives and production teams, mirroring how social media teams emerged as essential corporate functions a decade ago.
#short-form-video
fromVariety
1 month ago

A+E Global Media Launches Storyground, a New Studio to Help Advertisers Create Content

With the launch of Storyground, we're further building upon our expertise as premium and innovative storytellers-deepening audience engagement and creating meaningful value for our partners. Last year, we introduced A+E Global Media to reflect the full depth and breadth of who we are: a multi-faceted global media and entertainment company, reflected in the strength and scale of our content, talent and global platforms reach.
Media industry
fromDigiday
2 months ago

Inside Goalhanger's shift from podcast producer to screen studio

On YouTube, The Rest is History podcast draws roughly around 500,000 viewers, who stick around for an average of about 48 minutes. That's close to the length of a traditional hour-long show and even longer than the podcast's strong audio average of around 40 minutes.. For the production team, seeing that level of engagement, especially on TV screens, was a turning point. People weren't just listening along to podcasts. They're settling in to watch now too.
Media industry
Media industry
fromTheWrap
1 month ago

A&E Global Media Launches Brand Creative Studio Storyground

A&E Global Media launched Storyground, a creative studio for multi-platform brand storytelling across linear, digital, and social media, partnering with creators like Tiff Baira.
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