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Kevin Joyce, veteran XR marketer, launched Evolution Publishing to back indie VR studios amid a market downturn. The publisher uses a revenue‑share model without taking equity, aiming to nurture innovative titles until VR reaches a mainstream breakout. Joyce cites Meta’s recent cuts and a shift toward mobile as both challenges and opportunities for indie developers. Evolution’s first slate includes three games slated for 2026, signaling a strategic push for higher‑quality, affordable VR experiences.
ReadyCode, a gametech startup, unveiled ReadyM, a sandbox platform that converts existing single-player titles into community‑driven multiplayer worlds. The service draws inspiration from grassroots ecosystems that propelled Minecraft, Roblox, and GTA V’s FiveM to cultural prominence. By overlaying a multiplayer layer,...
Ember Lab announced that its award‑winning action‑adventure Kena: Bridge of Spirits will debut on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 in spring. The Switch 2 version will be feature‑complete, bundling the Anniversary DLC and the newly added New Game+ mode. This...
Radio broadcaster Cumulus Media has filed a prepackaged Chapter 11 reorganization, aiming to eliminate approximately $600 million of debt. The plan, backed by its lenders, allows the company to continue operating its 394 radio stations, Westwood One network, and podcast platform...
Zink Talent, founded in 2018 by former fashion PR executive Samantha Zink, now manages about 70 creators across beauty, skincare, fashion and lifestyle. The agency has shifted its roster criteria from raw follower counts to engagement, consistency and business discipline,...
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Kasedo Games, the publishing arm of Kalypso Media, announced the appointment of Timea Edvi as its new Publishing Director. Edvi arrives from Square Enix, where she headed the Square Enix Collective and helped launch titles such as PowerWash Simulator. In...
Roblox has released eight new patches in the past month, each aimed at streamlining creator workflows and boosting platform performance. The updates introduce advanced terrain sculpting, faster texture streaming, AI‑driven asset generation, and a real‑time analytics dashboard. By delivering these...
AccuWeather has launched its free, ad‑supported streaming channel AccuWeather NOW on Samsung TV Plus in the United States, adding the service to Samsung’s FAST platform that now exceeds 100 million monthly active users worldwide. The channel delivers 24‑hour weather programming, including forecasts, severe‑weather...
PRS for Music announced that CEO Andrea Czapary Martin will step down at the end of 2026. Martin, who joined in 2019, led the society through the pandemic, launched an Emergency Relief Fund, and oversaw a move to a new...
Synamedia teamed with Swiss sports‑tech firm Asport to stream the Games of the Future in Abu Dhabi, a hybrid event merging physical sport, esports and digital games. Using Synamedia’s Quortex SaaS platform, Asport delivered over 200 live streams across YouTube,...
Runway Artists, a boutique agency founded by Matt Hanner in 2020, shut its doors in late 2025 after struggling to achieve profitability despite heavy investment in staff and infrastructure. The firm’s business model relied on booking heritage and grassroots acts...
MFE‑MediaForEurope has restructured its top management, appointing Pier Silvio Berlusconi as Chairman and Group CEO while retaining Fedele Confalonieri as Statutory Chairperson. The new model replaces a vertical holding‑company layout with a horizontal structure that centralises staff functions at the...
Zetland, the Danish reader‑funded digital publisher, has extended its membership‑only model beyond Denmark, launching Uusi Juttu in Finland and Demo in Norway. The Finnish outlet broke even within a year with a 25‑person team, while the Norwegian launch hit its...
Idris Elba’s independent label 7Wallace has entered a strategic partnership with Nas’ Mass Appeal Records, creating a transatlantic platform for co‑releases, cross‑market distribution, and joint music‑film projects. The alliance builds on a prior collaboration on Slick Rick’s *VICTORY* album and its accompanying...
Riot Games defended its decision to host the 2026 First Stand Brazil tournament in the small CBLOL studio venue, emphasizing the need for flexibility to experiment with format and scheduling. Fans reacted strongly, criticizing the roughly 140‑seat arena as insufficient...
The CW Network will serve as the exclusive broadcast home for six additional Banana Ball games during the 2026 season, extending its partnership with the Savannah Bananas. The slate includes matchups in Atlanta, Savannah, Kansas City, Milwaukee, and Nashville, beginning with...
The Radio Advertising Bureau’s One Voice for Radio campaign marked its first‑year milestones, highlighting Nielsen’s three‑minute‑quarter shift as a proof point for radio’s ad impact. The RAB’s Digital Benchmark Report projects $2.5 billion in digital revenue by 2026, underscoring a rapid...
Christian radio is shedding its legacy image as it embraces digital platforms, social discovery, and niche sub‑genres. Programmers are launching side streams and dedicated stations to showcase newer sounds while preserving familiar content for core listeners. Podcasting is becoming a...
Cosm announced the opening of its third immersive entertainment venue in downtown Atlanta’s Centennial Yards on June 10, 2026. The 70,000‑square‑foot, three‑level complex features a 12K+ LED dome that blends virtual and physical experiences, and its inaugural event will be Game 4 of...
YEA Media Group (YMG) has launched Greg FM, a 24/7 adult hits radio format anchored by syndicated personality Greg Beharrell. The new service expands Beharrell from limited dayparts to continuous, host‑driven programming. Developed with consultant Mike McVay, the format shifts...
ITV announced it expects a 2% decline in advertising revenue for the first quarter of 2026, following a 5% year‑on‑year drop in 2025. The broadcaster attributes the slowdown to weaker consumer spending and increased competition from digital platforms. Management signaled...
A growing number of news outlets are offering their articles under Creative Commons licences, allowing other publishers and journalists to republish content for free. The guide highlights ten publications—including The Conversation, The New Humanitarian, Global Voices, and openDemocracy—and outlines each...
ITV confirmed it is still negotiating a potential sale of its Media & Entertainment unit to Sky for about £1.6 billion, while reporting a modest decline in ITV Studios profit and a 5% drop in advertising revenue for 2025. Total external...
At AIDC2026, representatives from Australia’s state screen agencies highlighted a tightening of documentary funding eligibility. The South Australian Film Corporation now requires clear evidence of South Australian residency, often through co‑production arrangements. Screen Territory has begun cross‑checking applicants against the...
The Coalition for Innovative Media Measurement (CIMM) and the 4As released a study revealing a "Paradox of Plenty" for U.S. advertisers: abundant data and sophisticated tools have not translated into higher confidence in media measurement. Surveying 197 senior marketers, the...
Sweden‑based studio She Sounds. has launched to embed the female gaze in branded audio, assembling a network of FLINTA (female, lesbian, intersex, non‑binary, trans and agenda) producers, composers and artists. Founder Vivika Zuske leverages her background in licensing and brand music...
Yahoo has paused its global IAB membership and withdrawn from several IAB board seats in the U.S., U.K., and APAC as part of a quiet cost‑saving campaign. The move coincides with broader downsizing of international operations, layoffs, and a strategic...
Movistar Plus has signed a deal to broadcast Spain’s premier mixed‑martial‑arts promotion, WOW, beginning with the WOW 27 Madrid event on March 7. The agreement provides full coverage on the Deportes por M+ channel, with the main card also airing on Vamos por M+ for...
Free TV Australia has struck a deal with PacificAus TV to deliver live National Rugby League matches across its Pacific partner broadcasters. The arrangement gives 18 free‑to‑air stations in 12 nations access to two live NRL games and one delayed match...
Capcom announced that its new title Resident Evil Requiem sold five million copies within five days, making it the fastest‑selling entry in the franchise’s history. The figure nearly matches the lifetime sales of Street Fighter 6, which required two years to...
Sarah J. Maas announced she has reclaimed the master rights to her works, giving her full control over any television adaptation of the A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series. She emphasized that future adaptations will reflect her vision and...
Sony Pictures Television is selling its 30% share in The Whisper Group after five years of partnership. The divestiture returns Whisper to private ownership, with external financing to fund its strategy and an employee equity plan. During Sony’s tenure, Whisper’s...
Foxtel Group has appointed former NBL executive Ted Helliar as Director of Engagement, Community and Fandom for its Kayo Sports and Fox Sports brands. In the role, Helliar will oversee all social and creator teams, aiming to deepen fan connections...
Fremantle announced Ben Crompton as its new Global Head of Entertainment, effective March 2026. Crompton arrives from NBCUniversal, where he oversaw International Unscripted, developing formats and IP worldwide. He previously launched Lime Pictures US, delivering hit shows for Netflix, MTV,...
British streaming platforms are abandoning the traditional subscriber‑growth model in favor of targeting high‑net‑worth viewers. Executives now prioritize Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) by offering premium tiers that promise seamless, personalized experiences. Data‑driven curation, early‑release access, and 8K streaming are...
Cable operators Charter and Comcast are doubling down on customer‑service initiatives and bundled pricing to stem broadband subscriber losses. Charter promises up to $1,000 annual savings when customers combine broadband with two mobile lines, while Comcast has introduced price‑lock, all‑inclusive...
Philo CEO Andrew McCollum announced his departure after more than a decade, naming COO Mike Keyserling as his successor effective immediately. McCollum will transition to Executive Chairman, continuing to shape long‑term strategy. The streaming service, which offers over 80 premium...
Norwegian post‑hardcore trio Hammok has signed to indie powerhouse Sargent House and announced their sophomore album, When Does This Place Become Our Scene, due June 5, 2026. The lead single “The Scene,” accompanied by a Christoffer Bya‑directed plexiglass‑set video, was born on...
Organic search traffic to the United States' leading tech publications has plunged 58% since 2024, according to Growtika’s Ahrefs‑based analysis. Combined visits fell from a 2024 peak of 112 million to just 47 million in January 2026. The Verge suffered the steepest...
Build a Rocket Boy announced another round of layoffs, citing organized espionage and corporate sabotage that hampered the launch of its latest title, MindsEye. CEO Mark Gerhard said an investigation with external partners has produced overwhelming evidence and is moving...
Dielectric has installed its RingMaster broadband FM and manifold combiner system at Farnsworth Peak, creating a new master antenna that now supports 13 FM stations for Bonneville International and other broadcasters. The upgrade replaces a 40‑year‑old infrastructure that was not...
Screen Producers Australia announced that four senior overseas executives will attend SCREEN FOREVER 40, the country’s flagship screen industry conference on the Gold Coast from 28‑30 April 2026. The delegation includes Sophie Green of Bankside Films, Antoine Nugou of Mediawan...
The LCK staged its inaugural overseas roadshow in Hong Kong on Feb. 28‑Mar. 1, 2026, drawing over 15,000 fans and selling out tickets within two minutes. The event showcased the league’s shift from expanding viewership numbers to deepening fan connections through live...
NEXUS and Playwith Korea will globally launch Seal M on CROSS, a mobile MMORPG built on the CROSS on‑chain gaming platform, on March 19, 2026. The title reimagines the classic Seal Online with cartoon‑style graphics, combo combat and new blockchain‑linked...
South Korea’s six leading music‑industry bodies have formed a coalition to combat AI‑driven copyright infringement, declaring a state of emergency and a "war" on unauthorized use. The group, chaired by KOMCA president Lee Si‑ha, issued a joint declaration demanding consent‑based...
The Fix the Tix Coalition, led by the National Independent Venue Association, sent a letter to the Senate Commerce Committee urging stronger provisions in the House TICKET Act (S.281). The coalition seeks full price transparency, a total ban on speculative...
A recent Edison Research chart shows podcasts and AM/FM radio each capturing roughly 40% of spoken‑word listening time, suggesting a tie. The author argues the metric is misleading because it excludes the rapidly growing video‑first podcast consumption on platforms like...
Spotify announced a Podcast Partner Manager role in London to lead relationships with video and audio creators across the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands. The position focuses on attracting video creators to view Spotify as a primary distribution and monetisation...
Apple Music announced Transparency Tags, a new metadata requirement that forces record labels and distributors to label AI‑generated artwork, tracks, compositions, and music videos. The tags are optional for now but will become mandatory for future deliveries, placing disclosure responsibility...
The E.W. Scripps Company agreed to buy Lexington’s ABC affiliate WTVQ for $15.8 million, creating a duopoly with its existing NBC station WLEX pending regulatory clearance. Scripps CEO Adam Symson said the deal will deepen market scale and fund more neighborhood...
