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Future of TV Briefing: 5 questions on how Trump's second term may affect the future of TV

A second Trump Administration may reshape the TV, streaming, and digital video landscape by enabling mega-mergers and promoting more conservative programming.

Future of TV Briefing: How the future of TV shaped up in 2024

2024 was a significant year for corporate restructuring in the TV and streaming industries.

Column: Hollywood is so lost it can't even satirize itself. It's time to rewatch HBO's The Comeback' instead

Current Hollywood satires fail to address pressing issues like streaming and AI, as seen in HBO's The Franchise.
The Comeback stands out for its insightful, humorous take on the entertainment industry from two decades ago.

Why old-fashioned TV is still the winning ticket for political ads

Streaming surpassed broadcast and cable TV viewing in 2023.
Political advertising is expected to drive a record $17 billion in TV ad expenditures in 2024.

The inside story of Roku's TV program

Roku transformed from a streaming company to the leader in the U.S. smart TV market through strategic partnerships with Hisense and TCL.

Future of TV Briefing: The 2024 glossary

Understanding the evolving terminology in TV, streaming, and digital video industry is crucial for industry professionals to have effective conversations.

Future of TV Briefing: 5 questions on how Trump's second term may affect the future of TV

A second Trump Administration may reshape the TV, streaming, and digital video landscape by enabling mega-mergers and promoting more conservative programming.

Future of TV Briefing: How the future of TV shaped up in 2024

2024 was a significant year for corporate restructuring in the TV and streaming industries.

Column: Hollywood is so lost it can't even satirize itself. It's time to rewatch HBO's The Comeback' instead

Current Hollywood satires fail to address pressing issues like streaming and AI, as seen in HBO's The Franchise.
The Comeback stands out for its insightful, humorous take on the entertainment industry from two decades ago.

Why old-fashioned TV is still the winning ticket for political ads

Streaming surpassed broadcast and cable TV viewing in 2023.
Political advertising is expected to drive a record $17 billion in TV ad expenditures in 2024.

The inside story of Roku's TV program

Roku transformed from a streaming company to the leader in the U.S. smart TV market through strategic partnerships with Hisense and TCL.

Future of TV Briefing: The 2024 glossary

Understanding the evolving terminology in TV, streaming, and digital video industry is crucial for industry professionals to have effective conversations.
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Tom Selleck's future plans after 'Blue Bloods' revealed - and it involves 'Yellowstone' creator

Tom Selleck is eager to take on a Western role, expressing a longing for adventure after the end of 'Blue Bloods.'

Interior Chinatown' Puts Stereotypes in the Spotlight

Jimmy O. Yang's journey reflects the evolving presence of Asian actors in TV, now highlighted in 'Interior Chinatown' which critiquely portrays stereotypes.

I fell asleep driving around London': TV workers on fear, danger and fatalities in an industry in crisis

The UK television industry poses serious risks for crew members due to long hours, excessive commuting, and fear of reporting accidents or exhaustion.

'Modern Family' star Eric Stonestreet shades ABC over scrapped spinoff: 'They had their chance'

Eric Stonestreet reflects on the denied spinoff of 'Modern Family,' expressing disappointment over missed opportunities for his character and the show's potential.
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Baby Reindeer's Nava Mau makes trans history with Emmy nomination

Nava Mau is the first out trans performer nominated for an Emmy in a limited series or TV movie acting category.

Emmys 2024 'In Memoriam' leaves out Johnny Wactor, Shelley Duvall, Chita Rivera

The 76th Emmy Awards faced backlash for notable exclusions in the 'In Memoriam' segment.
Shelley Duvall and Chita Rivera's omissions led to social media outrage.
Fans criticized the Emmys for not including Matthew Perry, despite his previous mention.

Opinion | How the TV Industry Lost Its Nerve

The era of Peak TV is coming to an end, with fewer disruptive and groundbreaking shows expected in the future.
Netflix's success in its early days was due to its ability to define itself against traditional studios and networks.

Baby Reindeer's Nava Mau makes trans history with Emmy nomination

Nava Mau is the first out trans performer nominated for an Emmy in a limited series or TV movie acting category.

Emmys 2024 'In Memoriam' leaves out Johnny Wactor, Shelley Duvall, Chita Rivera

The 76th Emmy Awards faced backlash for notable exclusions in the 'In Memoriam' segment.
Shelley Duvall and Chita Rivera's omissions led to social media outrage.
Fans criticized the Emmys for not including Matthew Perry, despite his previous mention.

Opinion | How the TV Industry Lost Its Nerve

The era of Peak TV is coming to an end, with fewer disruptive and groundbreaking shows expected in the future.
Netflix's success in its early days was due to its ability to define itself against traditional studios and networks.
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It's a very tough time in Hollywood': inside the shrinking world of the TV writers' room

The traditional model of writers' rooms is shifting to mini-rooms due to streaming services, impacting collaboration and opportunities for new writers.

TV for fall 2024: Our top 20 shows coming down the pike, including a hospital comedy from creator of Superstore'

The current Hollywood landscape is marked by layoffs, uncertainty, and an ongoing emphasis on adaptations of existing intellectual properties.
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ISpot Gains National Currency Certification, Which Could Boost Its Place In The Measurement Race | AdExchanger

The TV industry is working on bringing order to measurement by certifying iSpot as a national currency for TV ads.

Target One Audience, Measure Another: The Definition Of TV-Buying Insanity | AdExchanger

TV measurement in the media industry is based on outdated methods and focuses on age and gender breakdowns instead of a brand's unique target audience.
Recent advancements in TV measurement, such as automated content recognition and TV attribution, have improved capabilities but the question of viewership remains complex due to fragmentation by platform, device, and content type.

ISpot Gains National Currency Certification, Which Could Boost Its Place In The Measurement Race | AdExchanger

The TV industry is working on bringing order to measurement by certifying iSpot as a national currency for TV ads.

Target One Audience, Measure Another: The Definition Of TV-Buying Insanity | AdExchanger

TV measurement in the media industry is based on outdated methods and focuses on age and gender breakdowns instead of a brand's unique target audience.
Recent advancements in TV measurement, such as automated content recognition and TV attribution, have improved capabilities but the question of viewership remains complex due to fragmentation by platform, device, and content type.
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Warner Bros Discovery says it overpaid for its TV networks by $9 billion

Traditional TV assets valued $9 billion less than previously estimated, reflecting industry decline and need for strategic shifts.

How YouTube Took Over Our Television Screens

YouTube shifted focus from Netflix-like shows to user-created content, emerged as the most popular streaming service, showcasing the impact of the internet on TV.

Shaken To The Core, Again; Life In The FAST Lane | AdExchanger

Google core updates can significantly impact web publishers, highlighting the need for caution and vigilance in SEO strategies.
#film-industry

Meet Harpoon, the Social Media Firm Changing the Landscape

Social media marketing is prevalent but often lacks genuine content.
Harpoon focuses on effective marketing strategies for film and TV industry.

Dabney Coleman, actor who portrayed comic scoundrels, dies at 92

Dabney Coleman, acclaimed character actor known for comically macho roles, passed away at 92 in California.

'The Holdovers,' 'Succession,' and 'The Bear' Win Top Prizes at WGA Awards (Complete Winners List)

The WGA Awards celebrate screenwriting impact on film and television, even without predicting Oscars or Emmys.

Meet Harpoon, the Social Media Firm Changing the Landscape

Social media marketing is prevalent but often lacks genuine content.
Harpoon focuses on effective marketing strategies for film and TV industry.

Dabney Coleman, actor who portrayed comic scoundrels, dies at 92

Dabney Coleman, acclaimed character actor known for comically macho roles, passed away at 92 in California.

'The Holdovers,' 'Succession,' and 'The Bear' Win Top Prizes at WGA Awards (Complete Winners List)

The WGA Awards celebrate screenwriting impact on film and television, even without predicting Oscars or Emmys.
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TV networks embrace AI at the upfront to improve audience targeting and commerce

AI adoption in ad-buying tools faster than TV business model transformation.

It's Time to Let Interview With the Vampire Seduce You

Interview With the Vampire returns with Gothic spooky vibes in the Post 'Peak TV' era.

Darren Criss says he's "culturally queer" & playing gay on 'Glee' was a "privilege"

Playing LGBTQ+ characters on mainstream TV can have a significant impact on viewers, fostering understanding and representation.
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LGBTQ+ stars and stories are finally getting their flowers at the Emmys

The 2024 Emmy nominations list showcases an abundance of LGBTQ+ stars and stories, highlighting a significant shift towards LGBTQ+ representation and leadership in the TV industry.

Too many LGBTQ+ TV characters disappeared this year because their series was canceled: report

The presence of LGBTQ+ characters on TV is decreasing, with many disappearing due to show cancellations or endings.

LGBTQ+ stars and stories are finally getting their flowers at the Emmys

The 2024 Emmy nominations list showcases an abundance of LGBTQ+ stars and stories, highlighting a significant shift towards LGBTQ+ representation and leadership in the TV industry.

Too many LGBTQ+ TV characters disappeared this year because their series was canceled: report

The presence of LGBTQ+ characters on TV is decreasing, with many disappearing due to show cancellations or endings.
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The News In Europe Sues Google; Are IP Addresses Worth Saving? | AdExchanger

European news companies sue Google for antitrust damages in Dutch court.
Concerns raised over the use of IP addresses for targeting and attribution in TV industry.

Heeeere's a new site covering late-night TV - Poynter

Late-night TV history is rich with memorable figures like Johnny Carson, Jay Leno, and David Letterman.
LateNighter.com is a new website focusing on covering the current late-night TV landscape.

Lena Waithe talks working at Blockbuster and crushing on Jennifer Aniston : Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!

Lena Waithe is the first Black woman to win an Emmy for comedy writing
She has had a successful career in the entertainment industry

Tom Shales, TV Critic Both Respected and Feared, Dies at 79

Tom Shales, the Pulitzer Prize-winning television critic for The Washington Post, has passed away at the age of 79.
Despite being based in D.C., Shales had significant influence over the television industry and was both praised and criticized for his sharp critiques.
Shales was known for his biting and influential TV column, 'On the Air,' which was syndicated in 59 other newspapers.

Pat Sajak departs 'Wheel of Fortune' as TV's last old school game show host

Pat Sajak's easygoing and affable nature helped him smoothly navigate through embarrassing contestant flubs during his long tenure as the host of Wheel of Fortune.
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