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The digital streaming landscape continues to evolve, bringing unparalleled convenience and innovative content to consumers. However, recent high-profile streaming issues—such as those reported by Netflix during the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight—highlight a persistent challenge: overcoming technical hurdles that the #cable industry had years to refine. One of the most likely culprits behind Netflix's streaming difficulties is a Content Delivery Network (CDN) issue. CDNs are crucial for delivering #content efficiently to a global audience, particularly during high-demand events. Netflix, known for its technological sophistication, has invested heavily in its own proprietary CDN, Netflix Open Connect, to optimize on-demand streaming. However, it remains unclear whether this CDN is being utilized for live streaming or if a different infrastructure is in place (perhaps a third-party service). This raises important questions about the readiness and scalability of current #streaming services, including Netflix, to handle live, high-profile events. The issue of scalability, particularly during surges in demand for live content, is a hurdle streaming platforms must overcome. Traditional cable providers, with decades to optimize their infrastructure, (arguably) largely solved these challenges. Streaming services, by contrast, are navigating these complexities with far less time to mature their technologies. It’s also important to acknowledge that streaming, as a medium, is still relatively new. These "kinks" are part of the growing pains associated with a rapidly evolving industry. As more platforms venture into live and interactive offerings, having the right technology is critical. Ensuring a seamless experience during high-stakes events like this requires robust, next-generation solutions capable of handling unpredictable demand spikes. What’s particularly notable in this case is that Netflix, widely regarded as a leader in streaming technology, has encountered such challenges. If even Netflix struggles with live event streaming despite its proprietary CDN and years of innovation, other platforms that lag behind in technological sophistication are likely to face even greater challenges. The key takeaway for the industry is clear: pay attention to your technology stack. Streaming providers must ensure their business strategies are tightly aligned with technology investments to meet the ever-increasing expectations of consumers. https://lnkd.in/epE6KZxR #StreamingTech #LiveSports  #LITrendingTopics

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Today marks the 25th anniversary of 3BL’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking. https://lnkd.in/dk48rEB We're excited to recognize and congratulate this year's top 100, with HP landing in the No. 1 spot, followed by Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Johnson & Johnson, Owens Corning and Ingersoll Rand. First published in a 1999 print edition of Business Ethics magazine, at a time when less than a third of U.S. companies issued annual sustainability reports, 3BL acquired the 100 Best Corporate Citizens in 2017 and has taken up the mantle of preserving this prestigious ranking to meet the ongoing needs and demands of our space. Producing the 100 Best ranking involves analysis of publicly available data from all Russell 1000 companies. There’s no application fee to be considered for the ranking, nor do we charge companies to review the data used to calculate scores.  We partner with ISS-Corporate to do this research. This year, we made some improvements to the methodology to reflect modern best practices for performance and disclosure — including adding more performance-based factors around key issues like greenhouse gas emissions and workforce diversity. 3BL also partners with InfluenceMap to assess the intensity and orientation of a company's lobbying efforts and whether this lobbying is supportive or oppositional to the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. A “red flag” penalty is assessed if a company's lobbying is deemed oppositional to Paris-aligned policies, and a “green flag” bonus is awarded to recognize firms using their political influence and spending in support of the agreement. In 2024, VF Corporation Corp. is the only company to receive the “green flag” bonus. Also new for 2024 is an analysis we conducted on the 100 Best Corporate Citizens with our partners at the research technology company Glow. Far away from the early days of the 100 Best, almost all large companies now issue sustainability reports. With this research, we looked to find out more about how robust sustainability reporting and disclosure impacts consumer perception and business growth. We found that the 100 Best Corporate Citizens beat the S&P 500 market average over the past two years, a strong sign that robust disclosures send positive signals to investors that impact stock price. But we also found that disclosure alone is not enough to influence consumer perception: Businesses need to think beyond the report page and communicate regularly to break through to consumers, something we at 3BL already help our clients do.  Congratulations to all the companies who made the list.  I’d also like to thank my 3BL colleague Mary Mazzoni for her hard work on this project. #sustainability #ESG #climate #socialimpact #100bestCC

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“Puerto Rico remains an underrated powerhouse in the music industry — and here’s the latest proof. Separated from the US, this tiny island was still the third-largest exporter of top 10 singles worldwide in 2023. New data from the global recording industry trade group IFPI reveals that Puerto Rico — if separated from the United States and treated as a separate country — still ranked third on a list of exporters of top 10 singles worldwide last year. In fact, Puerto Rico was barely edged out for number two by Colombia.” “Perhaps unsurprisingly, the United States dominated that list, and it isn’t even close — 113 singles from the US reached the Top 10 worldwide in 2023. But Puerto Rico came in at an impressive third place with 45, and only one hit behind Colombia at 46. And that’s still miles ahead of the UK’s 29, followed by South Korea’s 16. Puerto Rico is actually an extreme powerhouse in the music industry in its own right, even when viewed in a bubble and not as an extension of the US, as a US territory. Already, the country is top-ranked against huge nations like the US, UK, and Japan in terms of its industry presence.” Read the article for more: #IFPI #PuertoRico #USA #UK #Colombia #SouthKorea #Japan #BadBunny #Singles #Global #GlobalMusic #Latín #LatinMusic #EU #Music #MusicBusiness #Musica #MusicIndustry #Musique #Musik #MusicBiz

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“Latin music continues to be one of the record industry’s biggest success stories. Gross revenues generated by Latin Music in the United States surpassed $1 billion for the second consecutive year in 2023, reaching $1.4 billion.” “The report shows that on a retail basis (money spent on streaming subscriptions, as well as physical and digital music), Latin music revenues grew 16% YoY in the US in 2023, outpacing the overall market.” “According to RIAA data, Latin Music had a market share of 7.9% of all recorded music revenue in the US last year…” #LatinMusic #RIAA #USA #RecordedMusic #Streaming #StreamingServices #StreamingMedia #MusicStreams #Music #MusicBusiness #Musica #MusicIndustry #Musique #Musik #MusicBiz #Latin

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With all the recent upheaval in #TV advertising, few things are as certain as the NFL's dominance. EDO's latest TV outcomes report, highlighted by Jason Notte in ADWEEK, reveals how linear and streaming NFL programming drive some of the most effective broadcasts of the year. For instance, ads that ran last NFL regular season were 8% more effective than the primetime average, 52% more effective in the playoffs, and a Chiefs-49ers Super Bowl generated 198%, or nearly triple, the effectiveness of a primetime ad. Jason digs into everything marketers need to watch for this season, including the continuation of the #TaylorSwift effect and Netflix expanding further into live sports with a pair of Christmas Day football games. Check out the story, then download our report for more intel ➡️  https://lnkd.in/e2Pk8YAx Our full report: https://lnkd.in/e6NyNgEM

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The LA Screenings is one of our most important events of the year. So it’s only right to spotlight someone on my team who’s been a driving force for this year’s event. Meet Ramón García Lebrija, SVP of Distribution! He made sure we presented the best story opportunities for our LATAM partners. I asked him a few questions about this year’s Screenings, trends, and the slate we brought. Here’s what he shared: ⭐️ Why are the LA Screenings so important to the Sony Pictures Television (SPT) distribution business? “LA Screenings gives us the opportunity to showcase the best of our portfolio and meet with clients in person. But it also allows us to demonstrate our singular focus on producing premium content for their platforms. It gives us a chance to say: ‘With us, you are making a smart investment that will deliver the best results.’ Now, more than ever, top-tier programming and quality are essential as audiences become increasingly selective.” ⭐️ What LA Screenings project from SPT are you most excited about and why? “Our TV slate has never been so rich and varied – new formats, and both scripted and non-scripted content. I’m certain there is a story for every platform. We’re continuing to build our iconic IP catalog, including local content that generates laughter, touches the heart, and (of course) surprises and glues audiences to their screens. We produce premium content that meets global standards and elevates local talent.” ⭐️ What entertainment industry trend are you watching? “Streaming is becoming increasingly competitive. In Latin America, we are focused on windowing and exploring licensing models to maximize reach, giving our clients the confidence our content is always at the forefront of the industry.” ****************** Thank you, Ramón, for all your hard work to make this year’s LA Screenings great for everyone involved! #leadership #latinamerica #culture #teamculture #media #sony

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The all-Russian TV premiere of the Turkish hit "Love Logic Revenge", a series that has earned multiple prestigious awards in its home country, will air on Lovestory, a channel owned by Tricolor, Russia’s largest direct-to-home provider. The premiere is set for October 23 at 6:00 PM Moscow time. For those eager to watch early, episodes will also be available for early viewing on the Tricolor Film and TV online platform. The series, which will air with exclusive dubbing produced by Tricolor, can be accessed via satellite and online, with two new episodes airing daily. At the heart of the drama is Esra, a waitress burdened by financial struggles, who marries Ozan, an engineer, in hopes of a better life. However, financial and emotional difficulties lead to their divorce. After the separation, Ozan becomes a successful entrepreneur, and fate brings them together again when Esra begins working at his now-flourishing software company. With its captivating storyline, "Love Logic Revenge" is set to make a strong impression on Russian audiences, as it has done internationally. Our next markets: World Content Market - Moscow Autumn: 26-28 November 2024  World Content Market - Moscow Spring: 28-30 May 2025 World Content Market - Almaty: 4-5 March 2025 #worldcontentmarket #televisionmarket #digitalcontent #content #b2b #televisiondistribution #TVindustry #TVbroadcasting #Television #Contentindustry #TVcontent #TVseries #Contentdistribution #Contentproduction 

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“Sony Music Entertainment is set to acquire the catalog of legendary rock band Queen in a landmark deal worth GBP £1 billion (USD $1.27 billion at current exchange rates). That’s according to Hits, which reported on Wednesday (June 19), citing sources, that Sony Music has emerged as the winning buyer for Queen’s recording and publishing rights, as well as royalties from previous deals with Disney Music Group and Universal Music Group. Disney owns the band’s recorded music catalog in North America, while UMG has a global distribution agreement with Disney. Separately, Queen band members Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon – plus the Freddie Mercury estate – each own equal shares in the company Queen Productions Ltd, which owns the group’s recording catalog outside the US and Canada, Music Business Worldwide noted in a report last year. UMG, as Disney’s distributor, will reportedly retain distribution rights in North America, although Sony will receive the royalties. UMG’s worldwide distribution rights will then transfer to Sony in 2026 or 2027, making Sony Music the sole distributor and owner of all Queen content globally, Hits explained. The deal also reportedly includes name and likeness rights, opening doors for merchandise and other ventures. Meanwhile, Queen’s founding members, May and Taylor, who continue to tour with vocalist Adam Lambert, will reportedly retain control of revenue from live performances.” Read the full article for more: #Queen #SonyMusic #UMG #DisneyMusicGroup #UniversalMusicGroup #Music #MusicBusiness #Musica #MusicIndustry #Musique #Musik #MusicBiz #Creators #Artists

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#ChatGPT #OpenAI #GEMA #AI #CopyrightInfringement #IP “GEMA alleges that OpenAI, via its ChatGPT chatbot, “reproduce[es] protected song lyrics by German authors without having acquired licenses or paid the authors in question”. According to the organization, the lawsuit aims “to prove that OpenAI systematically uses GEMA’s repertoire to train its systems.” GEMA represents the copyrights of around 95,000 members in Germany (composers, lyricists, music publishers) as well as over two million rightsholders worldwide. The lawsuit marks the latest major lawsuit filed against an AI company over the alleged unlicensed reproduction of song lyrics via a chatbot. Last fall, Universal Music Publishing Group, Concord Music Group and ABKCO filed a lawsuit against Anthropic claiming that the company’s Claude chatbot “unlawfully copies and disseminates vast amounts of copyrighted works – including the lyrics to myriad musical compositions owned or controlled by [plaintiffs].” Read the article for more: #ArtificialIntelligence #PI #IntellectualProperty #PropiedadIntelectual #GenerativeAi #GeAi #InteligenciaArtificial #InteligenciaArtificialGenerativa #IntelligenceArtificielle #KünstlicheIntelligenz #Tech #Technology #propriétéintellectuelle #Songwriters #MusicPublishing #MusicBusiness #Music #Musica #Música #MusicIndustry #Musique #Musik #MusicBiz #MusicNews #Law #Copyright #DerechoDeAutor #DroitdAuteur #Songs #Creators #Lyricist #Composers #Authors #Rightholders #SongLyrics #Legal

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Measurement remains a paramount concern for CMOs in the back half of 2024. A recent WARC survey underscores this sentiment, revealing that 78% of CMOs are prioritizing better measurement frameworks to enhance decision-making and prove ROI. Verizon Value CMO Cheryl Gresham’s commentary in Ad Age underlines these findings, emphasizing the need for robust outcomes measurement to drive ad effectiveness. Understanding the true impact of your marketing efforts is more critical than ever in today's complex TV environment. Outcomes deliver tangible results, empowering Fortune 500 CMOs like Cheryl to make informed, strategic decisions that align their organizations. Effective outcomes measurement isn’t just about proving value – it’s about shaping future strategies with confidence. Great read from Adrianne Pasquarelli. https://lnkd.in/eaKPZ53t #CMO #measurement #outcomes

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For brands looking to make a large impact, there are more and more premium placements in Mexico that are making a splash among multinationals. We know that traditional forms of marketing in Mexico continue to hold their ground in reaching consumers effectively. But, we are seeing more and more premium advertising spaces like billboards, TV commercials, and VIP airport placements. Why?
As Mexico’s economic power grows, brands are vying more and more for Mexico’s most valuable audiences and are realizing their true economic power. We’ve seen a big uptick in high CPM placements and don’t expect it to decrease anytime soon.

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Music Business Association Music Biz 2024 coming up in May. Find out more about Reactional Music and what we are delivering across interactive music, music personalisation, in-game economies, generative composable music and the possibilities for creators, composers, artists and developers

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Real life interactive experiences are continuing to trend upwards. Hasbro, already planning on tv/film experiences, also has ambitious plans to expand its many iconic properties into new interactive venues. In New Jersey, Hasbro is launching its first ever branded arcade and family fun experience venue. Monopoly, Battleship and other board games have made their way into arcades and casinos as playable properties. But this is the first time all of Hasbro's properties will be contained and controlled as one cross-brand experience in an owned physical space. We expect to see this trend take off and see many more multi-brand experiences in one space. https://lnkd.in/eduaPxf8 #licensing #license #brands #deals

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