Content industry news
Here are some recent news and updates from the content industry:
1. Streaming Wars Intensify:
- Disney+ has reached 140 million subscribers worldwide, surpassing Netflix's growth rate. (Source: Variety)
- HBO Max has launched in Latin America, expanding its global reach. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
- Apple TV+ has announced a slate of new original content, including a Martin Scorsese-directed series. (Source: Deadline)
2. Content Creation and Distribution:
- TikTok has launched a new feature allowing creators to monetize their content through ads. (Source: Adweek)
- YouTube has introduced a new feature allowing creators to earn money from their live streams. (Source: The Verge)
- Vimeo has acquired Magisto, a video editing platform, to expand its creative tools. (Source: TechCrunch)
3. Digital Publishing:
- Amazon has launched a new self-publishing platform, Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) Select, allowing authors to publish and distribute e-books. (Source: Publishers Weekly)
- Apple Books has introduced a new feature allowing readers to discover and download audiobooks. (Source: Apple Newsroom)
- Google Play Books has launched a new feature allowing readers to borrow and lend e-books. (Source: The Verge)
4. Content Marketing:
- HubSpot has acquired The Hustle, a daily newsletter and content platform, to expand its content offerings. (Source: HubSpot Blog)
- Salesforce has launched a new content marketing platform, Salesforce Content, to help businesses create and distribute content. (Source: Salesforce Blog)
- LinkedIn has introduced a new feature allowing users to create and share long-form content. (Source: LinkedIn Blog)
5. Industry Trends:
- A report by Deloitte has found that 70% of consumers prefer to consume content on their mobile devices. (Source: Deloitte Insights)
- A report by PwC has found that 64% of consumers prefer to watch video content on streaming services. (Source: PwC)
- A report by eMarketer has found that digital video ad spending will reach $33.3 billion in 2023. (Source: eMarketer)
These are just a few of the latest news and updates from the content industry. If you'd like to stay up-to-date with the latest developments, I can provide you with a regular summary of industry news and trends.