Tag: Sky

Mixed Pictures for SVOD in Italy

Broadband TV News | Oct 26, 2023 |

In June, SVOD services in Italy saw a decline of 475k unique users. Netflix, Disney+ and DAZN saw declines, while Amazon Prime Video and Sky/NOW had increases. VOD free services had 36.4 mil. unique users, 4 mil. higher than a year ago.In June, SVOD services in Italy saw a decline of 475k unique users. Netflix, Disney+ and DAZN saw declines, while Amazon Prime Video and Sky/NOW had increases. VOD free services had 36.4 mil. unique users, 4 mil. higher than a year ago.

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Swisscom Launches New Android Box, Disney+ and Streaming ‘Super Package’

Digital TV Europe | Oct 20, 2023 | ,

Swisscom launches TV-Box 5 with Disney+ as new streaming partner. Box offers Android TV services, Google Assistant, Chromecast and movies/series from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars & Nat Geo. ‘SuperMax’ package is available for CHF24.90/month.Swisscom launches TV-Box 5 with Disney+ as new streaming partner. Box offers Android TV services, Google Assistant, Chromecast and movies/series from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars & Nat Geo. ‘SuperMax’ package is available for CHF24.90/month.

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Swisscom Demonstrates How Pay TV Adds Value in the 2020s

Rapid TV News | Oct 18, 2023 | ,

Pay TV is merging streaming services and broadcast content into new hybrid packages. Consumers can now experience the best of both worlds with convenience, personalization and scalability, all for a 35% discount compared to buying separate services.Pay TV is merging streaming services and broadcast content into new hybrid packages. Consumers can now experience the best of both worlds with convenience, personalization and scalability, all for a 35% discount compared to buying separate services.

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Sky Sports Enhances Premier League Viewing with New ‘Game Mode’ Camera

OTTVerse | Oct 10, 2023 |

Sky Sports and the Premier League are introducing “Game Mode”, a new camera angle at an upcoming match between Arsenal and Manchester City. It could be rolled out to other broadcast partners this season. Following successful projects with cricket and FIFA, Disney Star and Jio Cinema have respectively implemented their own applications. Ragul is an Engineering graduate dedicated to helping startups grow with technical innovativeness and creative insight.Sky Sports and the Premier League are introducing “Game Mode”, a new camera angle at an upcoming match between Arsenal and Manchester City. It could be rolled out to other broadcast partners this season. Following successful projects with cricket and FIFA, Disney Star and Jio Cinema have respectively implemented their own applications. Ragul is an Engineering graduate dedicated to helping startups grow with technical innovativeness and creative insight.

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DTVE Data Weekly: the Rise of Nonlinear and Online Viewing in the US and UK

Digital TV Europe | Sep 28, 2023 |

By 2022, linear TV viewership market share fell below 50%, while total daily viewing time stayed constant at 373 minutes. The US experienced the highest subscription growth with Apple TV+, Peacock, and Paramount+. In the UK, linear viewership dropped 4% while online long-form and short-form rose. SVOD services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime pushed up long-form viewing while Sky increased pay-TV VOD.By 2022, linear TV viewership market share fell below 50%, while total daily viewing time stayed constant at 373 minutes. The US experienced the highest subscription growth with Apple TV+, Peacock, and Paramount+. In the UK, linear viewership dropped 4% while online long-form and short-form rose. SVOD services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime pushed up long-form viewing while Sky increased pay-TV VOD.

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Ten Crucial Revelations From NZ on Air’s Where Are the Audiences Media Data 2023

The Spinoff | Sep 7, 2023 |

Digital media has surpassed traditional media among 60+ year olds for the first time, according to the NZ On Air “Where are the Audiences?” survey. Younger viewers watch YouTube, middle-aged prefer Netflix, elderly prefer TVNZ1, and retirees stream music daily. TVNZ+ dominates with 27% daily use. Sky TV usage has declined from 57% to 28%. TVNZ still reaches half the country each day.Digital media has surpassed traditional media among 60+ year olds for the first time, according to the NZ On Air “Where are the Audiences?” survey. Younger viewers watch YouTube, middle-aged prefer Netflix, elderly prefer TVNZ1, and retirees stream music daily. TVNZ+ dominates with 27% daily use. Sky TV usage has declined from 57% to 28%. TVNZ still reaches half the country each day.

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Sky News Australia Reports 21.5% 2-year Audience Growth, Reaching 11.1m Monthly

Mediaweek | Sep 4, 2023 | ,

Sky News Australia has seen substantial growth, reaching 11 million Australians. Cost of living & economic climate are driving issues for all generations. Sky News is most popular non-sport channel on Foxtel & viewers appreciate its wide range of opinions. Strong digital platforms have led to a +35% increase in relevancy and a +37% boost in support for sponsors.Sky News Australia has seen substantial growth, reaching 11 million Australians. Cost of living & economic climate are driving issues for all generations. Sky News is most popular non-sport channel on Foxtel & viewers appreciate its wide range of opinions. Strong digital platforms have led to a +35% increase in relevancy and a +37% boost in support for sponsors.

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Sky Aims to Brings TV, Digital Closer with Behavioural Targeting

Rapid TV News | Aug 3, 2023 | ,

Sky Media has introduced a new Search Behaviour feature for AdSmart, allowing brands to target customers based on their online search habits. This platform combines search data with Sky’s first party data and seven search behaviour categories. Advertisers can refine campaigns using 1000+ AdSmart attributes. Brands can reach audiences in various stages of their purchase journey and creative adapt campaigns tailored to a specific area. Developed with Captify, the largest independent holder of search data.

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German Broadcaster Ending Scripted, Cites Streaming Competition

Jun 29, 2023 | ,

German broadcaster Sky Deutschland, which has commissioned such titles as Das Boot, Babylon Berlin, Munich Games and 8 Days will no longer make scripted shows from next year Deadline reports a note from Sky Deutschland boss Devesh Raj confirmed it will “halt production of new scripted Sky Originals from 2024 onwards,” but shows in production will be completed. The Sky Deutschland scripted originals team is expected to be closed once these shows have been delivered. Raj’s note said “the cost of producing scripted content has continued to rise, in part driven by the emergence of myriad new streaming providers, making it harder for drama series to cut through.” A Sky Deutschland spokesperson said: “Since the launch of Sky Originals in DACH, the entertainment industry and content landscape have rapidly changed, coupled with ever-evolving consumer behaviour. We know our customers well and are confident that our position as the best provider of premium, acquired content, an unm…

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