Mobile screen usage becomes near mandate for American kids 26 October 2017
According to Common Sense media, streaming on mobile screen has become ubiquitous for kids in the US, with 98% of children under 9 years of age using a mobile device. The penetration rate was only 52% in 2011, which rose … Continue reading
Spotify to promote emerging artists with Rise 25 October 2017
Spotify has launched a new program titled RISE, in an effort to identify promote music superstars of tomorrow. RISE will be available in the US, Canada, and the UK. It plans to highlight four artists every quarter with a … Continue reading
Roku plans expansion in LatAm 25 October 2017
Following the release of the Roku Applicaster in Argentina, Roku has now announced major expansion plans in Latin America. The company plans to release the Roku Express+ and the Roku Streaming Stick+, which are capable of streaming HD, 4K, and … Continue reading
LinkedIn evaluating a move into original programming 25 October 2017
According to a report, social network major LinkedIn is considering a move into original programming. Being a social media service aimed at business professionals, that primarily acts as a networking platform, this would be a diversification to an unrelated business … Continue reading
Eros to sell its content library to Apple 24 October 2017
Eros Group, the largest movie producer in India, is in discussion with Apple Inc., to sell its entire content library for around $1 billion. A deal may also include their digital OTT platform, Eros Now, billed as the Netflix of … Continue reading
