Today's Media Pulse
Online video subscriptions top 2.2 bn, revenue hits $176B
Omdia reports global online video subscriptions reached 2.24 billion at the end of 2025, a 17.6% year‑on‑year rise. Revenue grew 13.5% to $176 billion, overtaking pay‑TV for the first time as pay‑TV revenue fell to $170 billion. Growth is expected to slow to single‑digit rates in 2026, prompting operators to focus on monetising existing users.
New ALP-X Card Support 128 I/O Channels
Digigram has launched the ALP‑AES67‑128, a PCIe sound card that doubles the I/O capacity of its ALP‑X line to 128 simultaneous recording and playback channels. The card remains fully compliant with AES67, Ravenna, SMPTE ST2110‑30 and ST2022‑7, and adds robust redundancy and out‑of‑band management features. It ships in low‑profile, double‑width low‑profile, and full‑height formats with two or four 10‑GbE ports, and supports Windows and Linux multi‑card, multi‑client drivers. The solution targets broadcasters, defense, security and live‑event markets that need high‑channel‑count, network‑centric audio.
Week's Top Tech Stories: Social Media Trial, Netflix Hikes
ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from the landmark social media addiction trial to more Netflix price hikes https://www.techradar.com/tech/icymi-the-weeks-7-biggest-tech-stories-from-the-landmark-social-media-addiction-trial-to-more-netflix-price-hikes
Hulu's Paradise Was Inspired By Two Wildly Different Real-Life Experiences
Creator Dan Fogelman says Hulu’s series “Paradise” was born from two stark real‑life moments: an intimidating meeting with a powerful Hollywood figure and a sudden crane collapse he witnessed in Los Angeles. The juxtaposition sparked the concept of a post‑apocalyptic bunker...
Another Cable TV Network Is Shutting Down
FanDuel TV will be phased out over the next 20 months, ending its linear broadcast by December 2026 and eliminating more than 100 jobs. The company will shift focus to its digital betting platforms and the FanDuel TV+ streaming service,...
Start Writing Even When Stuck; Ideas Follow
My content creation process, fully honest: Step 1: "I have nothing to say today" Step 2: Open laptop anyway Step 3: Write 4 posts in 20 minutes Step 4: "Where did those come from?" Here's why this keeps working.
Nick Fuentes’s Strategy Is Working
White‑supremacist influencer Nick Fuentes is gaining unexpected traction among left‑leaning audiences through short, edited video clips that highlight his populist economic points while omitting overt hate speech. Social‑media algorithms amplify these snippets, using hashtags and platform loopholes to deliver them...
OpenAI's US Ad Pilot Exceeds $100 Million In Annualized Revenue In Six Weeks
OpenAI's ChatGPT advertising pilot in the United States has reached an annualized revenue of $100 million after just six weeks, signaling strong early demand. Approximately 85 % of users are eligible to see ads, yet fewer than 20 % are exposed daily, indicating...
London Book Fair 2026 Draws Global Publishing Leaders to Chart Industry’s Future
The 2026 London Book Fair convened leading publishers, authors and agents at Olympia London, where executives like Bob Carrigan, Joanna Prior and Tom Weldon led discussions on the sector’s future. Attendees examined digital innovation, the rise of audiobooks and strategies...
No Verifiable Details on Reported Tennessee Middle‑school Bus Crash
A claim that two students died in a middle‑school bus crash in Tennessee cannot be corroborated with the supplied sources. No details about the incident, location, or parties involved were found.
UConn Vs. Michigan State Sweet 16: CBS Broadcast, Paramount+ Stream and What’s at Stake
UConn (No. 2 seed) faces Michigan State (No. 7 seed) in the Sweet 16 on March 28, with the game airing on CBS and streaming live on Paramount+. The matchup pits a two‑time champion against a resurgent Big Ten program, a clash that...
"GB News Is Essentially Reform TV"
GB News, launched in 2021, operates as a de facto mouthpiece for the UK Reform Party, with funding from billionaire owners who have lost over £100 million (≈$127 million) on the venture. The channel pays Nigel Farage £585,000 (≈$743 000), a sum critics...
Amaal Mallik Claims He Earned Rs 1.5 Lakh From a Hit Ranbir Kapoor Song but Label Earned Rs 100 Cr:...
Composer Amaal Mallik disclosed that he earned only Rs 75,000‑Rs 1.5 lakh (approximately $900‑$1,800) for the 2015 hit “Sooraj Dooba Hai,” while the song’s label, T‑Series, has generated roughly Rs 100 crore (about $12 million) in royalties. He explained that Indian music royalties, instituted in 2020...
XO, Kitty Season 3 Episodes 1 to 8 Release Date, Time, Where to Watch
Netflix’s teen rom‑com spin‑off XO, Kitty returns with Season 3 on Thursday, April 2, 2026, debuting at 12:00 a.m. PT (3:00 a.m. ET). The first eight episodes drop simultaneously, following Kitty Song Covey through her senior year at KISS and featuring returning stars Anna Cathcart, Choi Min‑yeong,...
Advertising in Everyday Moments with DoorDash's Vassili Samolis
In this episode, VP of Product Vassili Samolis of DoorDash discusses how the company has evolved from a restaurant‑delivery service into a high‑growth commerce media platform that delivers groceries, everyday essentials, and even flowers in moments of high intent. He...
Social Media Is Populist and Polarising; AI May Be the Opposite
The Financial Times argues that social media platforms are inherently populist and polarising because their algorithms reward sensational, emotionally charged content with higher engagement. By contrast, artificial intelligence offers the possibility of delivering balanced, fact‑checked information that could dampen echo...
Bandcamp Launches New Weekly Radio Show for Electronic Music
Bandcamp has expanded its Bandcamp Radio portfolio with a new weekly program called Electronic Radio, dedicated to electronic music. The show debuted on February 25, featuring guests Nathan Fake and Electric Indigo, and is hosted by DJ and producer Emily...
DMV: Cancelled; No Season Two Renewal for CBS Sitcom
CBS announced the cancellation of the single‑camera sitcom DMV after its 20‑episode first season, which is currently airing. The series posted a modest 0.24 rating in the 18‑49 demographic and attracted roughly 3.02 million viewers, making it one of the network’s...
Watson: Cancelled; Morris Chestnut Series Not Returning to CBS for 2026-27
CBS announced the cancellation of the medical‑mystery drama "Watson" after its second season, meaning the series will not return for a 2026‑27 season. The show, starring Morris Chestnut as Dr. John Watson, is currently airing its 20‑episode second season. Season...
PBS/NPR Bias Would Fade with Conservative Newsroom Influx
So @PBS and @NPR are your definition of “independent media?” Media bias is profoundly cultural and much of it would vanish if hundreds of alums of places like @Hillsdale College peopled U.S. newsrooms. @nickshirleyy is also showing what can be...
Reading Defies Evolution; Video Becomes Preferred Learning
Like an appreciation of progress, reading and literacy are among the things that are good but cognitively unnatural. That is, they go against our evolved nature. We didn’t evolve with print; it was a recent invention. Reading, for many of...
BTS’s ‘Arirang’ Hits No.1 in 115 Countries, Sets New Sales Record
South Korean supergroup BTS’s latest single “Arirang” topped album charts in 115 countries and regions, while the album sold 4.17 million copies in its first week. The achievement marks the group’s biggest chart sweep and weekly sales haul to date, highlighting...
Nielsen Pushes February Gauge Report to April, Sparking Streamer Outcry
Nielsen announced that its February Gauge viewership report will not be released until April, after a planned methodology overhaul that would lift cable and broadcast numbers while reducing streaming figures. The delay has ignited criticism from streaming platforms and the...
McDonald’s Launches Adult ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Happy Meals Nationwide
McDonald’s and Netflix have unveiled a limited‑time adult Happy Meal line tied to the hit animated film “KPop Demon Hunters.” The collaboration, rolling out March 31 at all U.S. locations, adds two new meals, a McFlurry, sauces and collectible photocard packs,...
Paul Heyman Touts Jordynne Grace as WWE’s Next Box‑Office Star Amid Live‑Event Push
Paul Heyman announced that former TNA star Jordynne Grace is poised to become WWE’s next box‑office attraction, underscoring the brand’s strategy to monetize talent through live‑event ticket sales, pay‑per‑view buys and video‑game tie‑ins. The prediction comes as WWE prepares for...
Chicago Med: Season 12 Renewal; NBC Hospital Drama Returning for 2026-27
NBC has officially renewed Chicago Med for a twelfth season, slated for the 2026‑27 broadcast year. The eleventh season, which wraps on May 13, delivered a 0.34 rating in the 18‑49 demo and attracted 5.57 million viewers, making it the network’s top‑rated...
Chicago PD: Season 14; 2026-27 Renewal Announced for NBC Police Drama Series
NBC has officially renewed the police drama Chicago PD for a 14th season, set to air in the 2026‑27 television year. The current 13th season, comprising 21 episodes, will conclude on May 13. The series, which follows the Chicago Police Department’s elite...
Learn Claude Cowork Directly From Its Creator
The best way to learn to use Claude Cowork is from the designer who helped build it. Don't miss my new episode with Jenny this weekend where she shared: → How she uses Cowork at Anthropic → Live demo: From feedback to product...
Saturday's SportsBiz Highlights: Top Stories Recap
It’s Saturday, which means The Highlight Reel, @Sportico’s recap of the top #SportsBiz stories. Sign up for all our newsletters here: https://t.co/YDv6TFimqx https://t.co/S5TgrWCSVz
Business Insider’s Subscriber Spiral
Business Insider ended 2022 with roughly 185,000 paid subscribers and has since invested heavily in its subscription model. In November 2023, Barbara Peng was promoted to chief executive, and in September 2024 she recruited Jamie Heller from The Wall Street...
Seeking Street‑Savvy UGC Creator, No Agencies Needed
Shooting my shot: Looking for a UGC creator who can do street-level content. Love doing street content. Natural with a camera and banter are much appreciated. Tag your folks. (Not looking for an agency)
Moral Panic over Social Media Addiction Fuels Meta Lobbying
Begging people to stop falling for moral panic “social media addiction” slop that is being used to further Meta’s billion dollar lobbying efforts and enact the Heritage Foundation’s tech policy slate. https://t.co/x5sBmiBcQH
Interior Designer Kiki Astor Says Pink Is the Only 'Old Money' Bedroom Paint
Interior designer and romance novelist Kiki Astor told TikTok followers that pink – not blue, white or green – is the only colour that delivers an 'old money' bedroom look on a budget. Her bold claim is driving a wave...
Best Pay‑Per‑View Platforms for Creators Revealed
I tested out pay-per-view sites for creators to find my top video hosting platforms - here's what I found https://t.co/gQS0lKD6uX
Democrats Urged Pai to Probe Sinclair, Then Denied It
Actually, Senate Democrats in 2018 wanted @AjitPai to investigate @WeAreSinclair for news distortion. When @BrendanCarrFCC called them on it at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing last December, people like @SenMarkey, who signed the letter to Pai, pretended that it did...
Romance Novels Surge on BookTok, Sparking Both Sales Boom and Literary Backlash
BookTok has propelled romance titles to unprecedented popularity, with Swedish reading up 23% and US print sales doubling in five years. Authors like Fia Hellberg celebrate the surge but confront lingering criticism that dismisses the genre as “tantsnusk.”
TikTok Correlates with Mental Health Issues, but No Causation Proven
Key word here: correlates. TikTok usage likely also correlates with wearing baggy jeans. But there have been mountains of peer reviewed studies on social media's affect on mental health, and none have found any meaningful *causal* link. Great piece here:...
Silence on Trump: Where’s the East Wing Coverage?
In all the silence and absence of reporting and censorship of news outlets (not) coming from the US on Trump and things he and his MAGA cronies do, whatever happened to the East Wing? https://t.co/lhF6rpA6l8
Netflix Hikes U.S. Subscription Fees Again, Sparking Subscriber Backlash
Netflix announced a fresh price increase for its U.S. streaming plans, marking the latest adjustment since 2022. The move has drawn criticism from price‑sensitive subscribers and raised questions about the streaming giant’s growth strategy.
YouTube Expands ID Age Verification, Limiting Channel Access
Google/YouTube announced they’d start doing ID verification to comply with state “age verification” laws last August, looks like they’re rolling it out more widely in recent days
BBC Unveils 10% Cost‑Cut Plan Over Three Years to Ease Financial Pressure
The public broadcaster announced a three‑year programme to cut costs by 10%, focusing on budgeting, capital spending and operational efficiency. The move aims to counter ongoing financial pressures and preserve core services, though exact savings figures were not disclosed.
Jensen Ackles Teases 'Bananas' Supernatural Reunion With Jared Padalecki And Misha Collins In The Boys Season 5
Jensen Ackles confirmed that his former Supernatural co‑stars Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins will appear together in Prime Video’s fifth and final season of The Boys. The official trailer shows Ackles’s Soldier Boy roughing up Collins’s new character while Padalecki...
91 Members of Congress Urge FCC to Set a Firm ATSC 3.0 Transition Date
A bipartisan coalition of 91 members of Congress sent a March 27 letter urging the FCC to establish a firm transition deadline for NextGen TV (ATSC 3.0). The National Association of Broadcasters praised the move and reiterated its push for a 2028...
I Finally Figured Out How to Hide YouTube Shorts (and Get Them Back)
YouTube now blends long‑form videos with vertical Shorts on the homepage, prompting mixed reactions from users. The platform’s only built‑in tool, “See Fewer Shorts,” temporarily reduces Shorts exposure for roughly 30 days, while a daily limit can cap viewing to...
CBS BOSSES UNFAZED BY RATINGS DROP — INSIDERS SAY IT’S NO LONGER ABOUT VIEWERS
CBS Evening News has fallen to about 3.8 million viewers, trailing ABC and NBC, yet its billionaire owners remain untroubled. Insiders say the network has shifted focus from the ratings race to building political influence in Washington, especially under editor Bari...
Architecting Culture: Sasha Brookner Defines Influence In The Next Era
Sasha Brookner, founder of Helio Brand Group, has redefined the publicist role into a “brand‑deal architect” who aligns talent, brands, and audiences across fragmented media. She argues that mere press coverage no longer drives cultural relevance; instead, strategic partnerships that...
CBS Cancels ‘Watson’ and ‘DMV’
CBS announced the cancellation of the medical‑mystery drama *Watson* after two seasons and the workplace comedy *DMV* after one season. *Watson* will conclude with its series finale on May 3, while *DMV* ends on May 11. Both shows posted modest...
Wednesday TV Ratings: Fear Factor: House of Fear, Chicago Med, Hollywood Squares, Abbott Elementary, Police 24/7
The March 25, 2026 Wednesday ratings roundup shows how new episodes of Fear Factor: House of Fear, Chicago Med, Hollywood Squares, Abbott Elementary and Police 24/7 performed across broadcast and cable. Each program’s rating is presented as a percentage change versus its previous...
Hollywood’s Classics Get an AI Upgrade
Artificial intelligence is reshaping film preservation by automating image enhancement, scratch removal, resolution upscaling, and audio reconstruction, dramatically speeding up work that once required painstaking manual effort. Global archives are deteriorating faster than traditional methods can handle, prompting studios and...
Fox Debuted “Greg the Bunny” Sitcom in 2002
📺 March 27, 2002: Sitcom “Greg the Bunny,” the tale of an unemployed puppet whose human roommate (Seth Green) gets him a job interview with his father (Eugene Levy), a kids’ show producer, debuted on Fox. It also starred Sarah...
FCC Moves Ahead With Revising 13 Broadcast Rules
The FCC adopted 13 rule revisions that loosen broadcast regulations, including dropping the 20% minimum power‑increase requirement for AM stations and extending special‑temporary authority periods to 180 days. It also eliminated the ten‑application cap for the 2021 non‑commercial educational FM...