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#music-and-podcast-sharing

3 hours ago

Meta eyes CTV expansion to fuel its next wave of ad growth

Meta is preparing to enter CTV advertising, aiming to extend its performance advertising to the largest screen in homes by 2026.

3 hours ago

Media Buying Briefing: Agencies turn creators into test labs for campaigns and product innovation

Creators are now integral to marketing strategies, influencing campaign development and brand relevance in the evolving media landscape.

Hollywood's new word of mouth: TikTok sustains the buzz after opening weekend

Fan-made TikToks can sustain a movie's success beyond opening weekend, outperforming traditional marketing strategies.

fromPR Daily

Social media updates and new features to know this week - PR Daily

TikTok has received a security certification for its U.S. data protection systems, while also upgrading its ad creation tools with AI features.

Film

fromLAist

14 hours ago

Hollywood's new word of mouth: TikTok sustains the buzz after opening weekend

Fan-made TikToks can sustain a movie's success beyond opening weekend, outperforming traditional marketing strategies.

fromPR Daily

Social media updates and new features to know this week - PR Daily

TikTok has received a security certification for its U.S. data protection systems, while also upgrading its ad creation tools with AI features.

more#tiktok

#instagram

Instagram improves Insights UI, adds new metrics

Instagram updated its content metrics with an improved Insights UI, making it easier for creators to access key performance data.

Social media marketing

Instagram brings simplified AI video to Edits

Instagram integrates AI tools for video generation from text prompts, enhancing user creativity without recording video.

Instagram improves Insights UI, adds new metrics

Instagram updated its content metrics with an improved Insights UI, making it easier for creators to access key performance data.

Instagram brings simplified AI video to Edits

Instagram integrates AI tools for video generation from text prompts, enhancing user creativity without recording video.

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.

YouTube ads surface in subscriptions feed as side-by-side ads hit more live content

YouTube is rolling out side-by-side ads and ads in the subscriptions feed, changing user experience significantly.

YouTube teams up with SiriusXM for audio ads on podcasts, more

SiriusXM becomes the exclusive advertising representative for YouTube's audio-first content in the US, enhancing ad offerings for podcasts and similar media.

Google confirms side-by-side ads are here for YouTube mobile

YouTube has introduced side-by-side ads for livestreams on mobile, muting audio during ad breaks to maintain video visibility.

YouTube selects SiriusXM as exclusive audio ad rep

YouTube partners with SiriusXM Media for exclusive audio ad sales in the U.S.

Ads are the worst thing about YouTube livestreams, but Google may have (loudly) fixed them

YouTube is testing a new mobile livestream ad format that plays below the video, allowing users to watch while ads play.

fromFast Company

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.

YouTube ads surface in subscriptions feed as side-by-side ads hit more live content

YouTube is rolling out side-by-side ads and ads in the subscriptions feed, changing user experience significantly.

YouTube teams up with SiriusXM for audio ads on podcasts, more

SiriusXM becomes the exclusive advertising representative for YouTube's audio-first content in the US, enhancing ad offerings for podcasts and similar media.

Google confirms side-by-side ads are here for YouTube mobile

YouTube has introduced side-by-side ads for livestreams on mobile, muting audio during ad breaks to maintain video visibility.

YouTube selects SiriusXM as exclusive audio ad rep

YouTube partners with SiriusXM Media for exclusive audio ad sales in the U.S.

Ads are the worst thing about YouTube livestreams, but Google may have (loudly) fixed them

YouTube is testing a new mobile livestream ad format that plays below the video, allowing users to watch while ads play.

The 10 Most Exciting Summer 2026 TV Shows

Streaming platforms are releasing major titles and experimental shows during summer, continuing a tradition from broadcast television's heyday.

fromTech Times

How Streaming Platforms Use Algorithms and Recommendation Engine Systems to Personalize Content

Streaming algorithms and personalization systems transform content discovery and consumption, ensuring unique user experiences through a complex content pipeline.

Television

fromInverse

9 hours ago

The 10 Most Exciting Summer 2026 TV Shows

Streaming platforms are releasing major titles and experimental shows during summer, continuing a tradition from broadcast television's heyday.

fromTech Times

How Streaming Platforms Use Algorithms and Recommendation Engine Systems to Personalize Content

Streaming algorithms and personalization systems transform content discovery and consumption, ensuring unique user experiences through a complex content pipeline.

more#streaming

15 hours ago

The 'Creator Of Clipping' Who Powers Stake's Viral Machine

Stake, the Curaçao-based crypto casino, generated $4.7 billion in gross gaming revenue in 2024, according to multiple reports. It didn't build that brand with banner ads.

Media industry

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

fromLos Angeles Times

Stagecoach 2026: How to watch Saturday's livestream with Lainey Wilson, Bush, Teddy Swims, Pitbull and more

The Amazon Music Stagecoach Saturday livestream has you covered. For a heartfelt ballad, you'll be able to tune in as Teddy Swims and Lainey Wilson take the Stagecoach stage.

NYC music

Revealed: The most streamed songs in Spotify's 20-year HISTORY

Spotify celebrates 20 years with the release of its most streamed artists, songs, albums, podcasts, and audiobooks.

fromGSMArena.com

Mobile UX

You can now buy physical printed books on Spotify

Books

Spotify is selling books now

fromFortune

Spotify just turned 20. Here's how founder Daniel Ek built it into a $100 billion music empire by being the 'least powerful person' at the company | Fortune

Spotify celebrates 20 years with co-founders stepping into new leadership roles as the company evolves in the music and podcasting industry.

Spotify's Prompted Playlist feature now works for podcasts

Spotify's Prompted Playlist tool now generates podcast playlists using AI based on user prompts and listening history.

Spotify's Prompted Playlists can help you find new podcasts to listen to

Spotify's Prompted Playlists now include podcasts, allowing Premium users to create customized playlists using text prompts.

fromMail Online

Revealed: The most streamed songs in Spotify's 20-year HISTORY

Spotify celebrates 20 years with the release of its most streamed artists, songs, albums, podcasts, and audiobooks.

fromGSMArena.com

Mobile UX

You can now buy physical printed books on Spotify

Books

Spotify is selling books now

fromFortune

Spotify just turned 20. Here's how founder Daniel Ek built it into a $100 billion music empire by being the 'least powerful person' at the company | Fortune

Spotify celebrates 20 years with co-founders stepping into new leadership roles as the company evolves in the music and podcasting industry.

Spotify's Prompted Playlist feature now works for podcasts

Spotify's Prompted Playlist tool now generates podcast playlists using AI based on user prompts and listening history.

Spotify's Prompted Playlists can help you find new podcasts to listen to

Spotify's Prompted Playlists now include podcasts, allowing Premium users to create customized playlists using text prompts.

23 New Songs Out Today

New music reviews, album releases, and artist insights are shared weekly across various genres.

NYC music

Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)

A weekly playlist features new music from various artists, including Mary in the Junkyard and others.

8 New Songs Out Today

New music releases include singles from Doug Gillard, Hannah Frances, and Duran Duran featuring Nile Rodgers.

21 New Songs Out Today

New music releases span various genres, featuring commentary on societal issues and personal experiences from artists.

Music

23 New Songs Out Today

New music reviews, album releases, and artist insights are shared weekly across various genres.

NYC music

Our Favorite Songs of the Week (Playlist)

A weekly playlist features new music from various artists, including Mary in the Junkyard and others.

8 New Songs Out Today

New music releases include singles from Doug Gillard, Hannah Frances, and Duran Duran featuring Nile Rodgers.

21 New Songs Out Today

New music releases span various genres, featuring commentary on societal issues and personal experiences from artists.

more#new-music

Privacy professionals

Future of TV Briefing: The ambitious and alarming proposal fix to TV and streaming's identity crisis

Identity Infrastructure 2.0 aims to improve identity mechanisms in TV and streaming but raises significant privacy concerns for viewers.

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.

Podcast

Spotify launches new playlist technology for smarter podcast streaming

Prompted Playlist now includes podcasts, creating personalized playlists based on user history and real-time signals.

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.

Spotify launches new playlist technology for smarter podcast streaming

Prompted Playlist now includes podcasts, creating personalized playlists based on user history and real-time signals.

Media industry

SiriusXM and iHeartMedia Exploring Merger: Report

fromVariety

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.

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.

fromConsequence

Media industry

SiriusXM and iHeartMedia Exploring Merger: Report

fromVariety

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.

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.

8 Ways Creators Can Monetize Away From Socials

Creators are diversifying income streams beyond brand deals, focusing on in-person events and digital services for stability and growth.

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.

8 Ways Creators Can Monetize Away From Socials

Creators are diversifying income streams beyond brand deals, focusing on in-person events and digital services for stability and growth.

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.

The 4 streaming services I swear by - and my bill is just $40 a month

90% of US households have a paid subscription to a video-on-demand service, averaging $71 for four services.

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.

fromZDNET

The 4 streaming services I swear by - and my bill is just $40 a month

90% of US households have a paid subscription to a video-on-demand service, averaging $71 for four services.

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.

more#streaming-services

Television

fromThe Atlantic

Life Isn't Easy in the OnlyFans Economy

Margo, a naive college student, turns to OnlyFans for financial survival after dropping out and becoming a single mother.

fromWorld Economic Forum

The Future of Media: A New Framework for Valuing Content

Media companies must adapt to digital consumption trends and innovate to enhance user experiences.

fromThe New Yorker

A.I. Is Making Influencing Even Faker

A.I. enables users to create and monetize alternate identities on social media, reshaping influencer culture.

fromBusiness Matters

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.

25 years later, is it time for a new iPod?

Growing interest in MP3 players is rising, especially among younger generations, despite Apple's discontinuation of the iPod.

Television

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.

fromThe Atlantic

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.

How a long-term radio advertiser successfully switched to digital audio ads

Customer awareness begins with effective advertising, transitioning from traditional radio to digital audio platforms like podcasts is essential for reaching modern audiences.

fromPoynter

Can journalists really make a living on Substack? - Poynter

Independent journalism on platforms like Substack is increasingly seen as a viable career option for journalists seeking alternatives to traditional media outlets.

fromVogue

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.

Beehiiv rolls out new creator tools, including webinars and customizable paywalls | TechCrunch

Beehiiv is evolving into an all-in-one platform for creators with new features like webinars, AI analytics, metered paywalls, and paid trials.

Beehiiv adds even more features to go up against competitors and win over creators

Beehiiv is expanding its platform with new tools to attract content creators and enhance audience engagement and monetization.

Beehiiv rolls out new creator tools, including webinars and customizable paywalls | TechCrunch

Beehiiv is evolving into an all-in-one platform for creators with new features like webinars, AI analytics, metered paywalls, and paid trials.

Beehiiv adds even more features to go up against competitors and win over creators

Beehiiv is expanding its platform with new tools to attract content creators and enhance audience engagement and monetization.

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'.

NBCU's Peacock Is Officially On Its Way To Profitability | AdExchanger

NBCUniversal's 'Legendary February' generated $2.2 billion in ad sales, driving significant revenue growth for Comcast and Peacock.

Real results and an attribution void: Podscribe benchmark report

Podscribe's Performance Benchmark Report reveals key insights and trends in audio advertising for Q1, highlighting podcasting and streaming audio metrics.

3 weeks ago

New audio ad service seeks reach + relevance

StreamGuys launched SGcreative, an audio advertising service targeting the U.S. Hispanic market in partnership with Nueva Network.

fromExchangewire

Marketing tech

Opportunities in Audio: Where can Advertisers Find the Most Value?

Real results and an attribution void: Podscribe benchmark report

Podscribe's Performance Benchmark Report reveals key insights and trends in audio advertising for Q1, highlighting podcasting and streaming audio metrics.

3 weeks ago

New audio ad service seeks reach + relevance

StreamGuys launched SGcreative, an audio advertising service targeting the U.S. Hispanic market in partnership with Nueva Network.

fromExchangewire

Marketing tech

Opportunities in Audio: Where can Advertisers Find the Most Value?

more#audio-advertising

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.

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.

fromConsequence

Music production

Deezer Says It's Getting Spammed with AI Songs

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.

fromConsequence

Music production

Deezer Says It's Getting Spammed with AI Songs

How Top Creators Build Audiences With Product-Market Fit

Brands must prioritize quality content and audience connection over mere reach to succeed in modern marketing.

Apple

Apple formally releases HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) podcasts

Apple launched HTTP Live Streaming for video podcasts, enhancing user experience and ad integration for creators.

Why live streaming is a borderless $4 billion global opportunity

The shift to streaming platforms is transforming live event viewing, requiring advanced programmatic advertising solutions for global audiences.

Buyers Are So Over Meta's Overhauls; PayPal Enters The TV Measurement Fray | AdExchanger

Dramatic changes in advertising platforms can disrupt customer experiences and analytics, leading to frustration and confusion.

fromThe Atlantic

The Fake Radicals Stealing Lemons

James C. Scott endorsed "anarchist calisthenics," advocating for small acts of lawbreaking to keep civic muscles strong, preventing citizens from becoming powerless against tyranny.

Podcast

fromExchangewire

impact.com Expands YouTube Collaboration with Creator Partnerships API Adoption

impact.com expands collaboration with YouTube to enhance creator marketing campaign management using verified data.

Deezer says AI-made songs make up 44 percent of daily uploads

AI-generated music uploads on Deezer reach nearly 75,000 daily, comprising 44% of total uploads, but only 1-3% of streams are legitimate.

Music production

Deezer says AI song uploads have nearly overtaken human music

Deezer says 44% of songs uploaded to its platform daily are AI-generated | TechCrunch

AI-generated tracks now account for 44% of new music on Deezer, but consumption remains low at 1-3% of total streams.

Deezer says AI-made songs make up 44 percent of daily uploads

AI-generated music uploads on Deezer reach nearly 75,000 daily, comprising 44% of total uploads, but only 1-3% of streams are legitimate.

Music production

Deezer says AI song uploads have nearly overtaken human music

Deezer says 44% of songs uploaded to its platform daily are AI-generated | TechCrunch

AI-generated tracks now account for 44% of new music on Deezer, but consumption remains low at 1-3% of total streams.

more#ai-generated-music

#podcasting

Podcast

Steve Goldstein: The Attention Economy Comes for Podcasting

I Created Hit Podcasts. Then the Bubble Burst

The narrative podcast industry has faced significant challenges, leading to layoffs and a shift towards celebrity-driven content.

Podcasts are dominating (Audacy research)

Podcasts are dominating audio consumption, replacing time spent on social media and streaming music, indicating a shift in audience behavior.

fromThe Drum

Media industry

Podcast listeners are moving faster than advertisers. The data shows it

Steve Goldstein: The Attention Economy Comes for Podcasting

Focusing on engagement and retention is more meaningful than merely chasing download numbers in podcasting.

I Created Hit Podcasts. Then the Bubble Burst

The narrative podcast industry has faced significant challenges, leading to layoffs and a shift towards celebrity-driven content.

Podcasts are dominating (Audacy research)

Podcasts are dominating audio consumption, replacing time spent on social media and streaming music, indicating a shift in audience behavior.

fromThe Drum

Media industry

Podcast listeners are moving faster than advertisers. The data shows it

more#podcasting

fromwww.theguardian.com

Two super hosts team up for a fun new series: best podcasts of the week

The first episode challenges Shakespeare's vision of a villainous Richard III, while a future episode will consider the Ross and Rachel of early modern history, Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.

Podcast

APM / Streamguys join to launch new marketplace for podcasting and livestreaming

American Public Media and Streamguys launched the Inform Media Network to support noncommercial public media stations with a digital underwriting marketplace.

TV podcast consumption: A new audience study

13% of American households consume podcasts on TV, particularly within Netflix households.

#apple-podcasts

fromBusiness Insider

Apple

Apple takes on YouTube and Spotify with a new video podcast push

Apple

Four Takeaways From Apple's Entry Into Video Podcasts

fromTechRepublic

Apple

Apple Podcasts Gets Major Video Overhaul to Take on YouTube, Spotify

fromBusiness Insider

Apple

Apple takes on YouTube and Spotify with a new video podcast push

Apple

Four Takeaways From Apple's Entry Into Video Podcasts

fromTechRepublic

Apple

Apple Podcasts Gets Major Video Overhaul to Take on YouTube, Spotify

Yamaha launches Creator Pass for music makers and podcasters

Yamaha launches Creator Pass, a subscription bundle combining music production and podcast tools from multiple partners at seven different pricing tiers ranging from $14.99 to $468 annually.

How to Produce a Break-Through Podcast for Your Brand

Podcasts reach 144 million U.S. monthly listeners by 2026, with 43% of decision-makers consuming thought leadership via podcasts, making them essential for brand strategy despite quality concerns in the market.

How to Produce a Break-Through Podcast for Your Brand

How to Produce a Break-Through Podcast for Your Brand

How to Produce a Break-Through Podcast for Your Brand

more#podcast-marketing

Podstock releases AI assistant promising podcast publisher liberation

Podstock launched Agent, a purpose-built AI assistant for podcast businesses that automates analytics, inventory planning, and campaign execution directly within client workflows.

#podcast-growth

Podcast

A landscape of listening

fromEntrepreneur

Podcast

This Form of Media Is Now More Popular Than Talk Radio for the First Time. Here's Why That Matters.

Podcast

A landscape of listening

fromEntrepreneur