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Ah, the world of content studios and their newfound obsession with creating direct-to-consumer apps. It's like watching a fish try to climb a tree. Studios and content libraries, bless their hearts, have decided that building apps is the way forward.…
SSPs are coming for streaming media. The average CTV platform now authorizes 30 SSPs to sell its inventory, doubling the number of SSPs streamers worked with last year, according to Jounce Media. SSPs are packaging CTV inventory into curated, omnichannel…
Picture this: a Jenga tower teetering on the brink of collapse, each block inscribed with the letters "FAST." This isn't just a game; it's the precarious state of Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) channels. Once hailed as the gold rush…
Ah, CPM – Cost Per Thousand Impressions. It's the holy grail of programmatic advertising, the metric that keeps the wheels of the digital ad world turning. But here's the thing: if you're not careful, it can also be the metric…
FAST Channels or FIST Channels? The Great Streaming Swindle Imagine, if you will, a world where the promise of Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) has been hijacked by a bunch of slick-talking distribution companies and platforms. These chaps have managed…
Picture this: you're lounging on your sofa, remote in hand, ready to watch the latest nail-biting match. You switch on your TV, and there it is – a Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) channel promising you all the sports action…
The landscape of Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) is evolving rapidly, but not without its challenges. While FAST channels have gained popularity for offering free content, they face significant hurdles that may hinder their growth and effectiveness. Programmatic Inefficiencies One…
Right, let's get one thing straight. Dynamic ad breaks for FAST channels are, without a doubt, one of the most idiotic inventions in the history of television. It's like trying to fix a leaky boat with duct tape – sure,…
Ladies and gentlemen, let's dive into the world of Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) with the same intensity we bring to a nail-biting sports final. The FAST industry, much like a promising rookie, has shown flashes of brilliance but is…
FAST Truths - Picture this: the world of free ad-funded streaming is like a chaotic car race, where the drivers (content owners, studios, sports rights owners, and live event streamers) are constantly being overtaken by sneaky ad-tech companies. These companies,…
Kapang CoMo - Alright, folks, let's talk about Hollywood. Yes, that glittering beacon of dreams and drama, where the streets are paved with gold—or at least, they used to be. These days, it seems like the studios are playing it…
Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round as I unravel the tangled mess that is the programmatic ecosystem for ad-funded streaming television. Picture this: a gentleman's club, where the old guard of programmatic roles—SSPs, ad exchanges, and FAST channels—hobnob with DSPs, all…
Ah, FAST channels. The supposed saviors of content monetization. But let's be honest, they're about as effective as a chocolate teapot at content monetization. The programmatic ecosystem is the real culprit here, turning what could be a streamlined process into…
The Future of Content Production: Embracing Product Placement and Brand Sponsorships for View TV Studios. As the media landscape continues to evolve, episodic content production and film production are increasingly turning to product placement and brand sponsorships to secure additional…
Revolutionizing Content Monetization: Kapang's Innovative Approach CoMo (Content Monetization). In the rapidly evolving landscape of media distribution, premium studios, live events, broadcast TV channels, and content creators are constantly seeking efficient ways to monetize their content. From direct-to-streaming distribution to…
In a bold move to redefine content monetization, Kapang is phasing out its FAST channels, which have garnered a less-than-stellar reputation, and introducing COMO (Content Monetization). This innovative approach aims to transform film and episodic TV content production into a…
The rise of Connected TV (CTV) has revolutionized how audiences consume content, but the traditional programmatic advertising structure has not kept pace. This outdated model, riddled with inefficiencies and multiple intermediaries, significantly diminishes the revenue that content owners receive. Let's…
In the dynamic world of Connected TV (CTV), efficiency and transparency are paramount for successful advertising. This is where an ad-exchange steps in as the ideal intermediary, streamlining the ad-trade process and ensuring all parties have the clarity they need.…
The AdTech Tax: Why CTV Channel Operators and Platforms Should Rethink Their SpendingIn the rapidly evolving world of Connected TV (CTV), channel operators and platforms are finding themselves ensnared in a web of advertising technology costs. The promise of seamless…
Hollywood was booming, with studios scrambling to outdo each other. But the good times screeched to a halt in May 2023 when Hollywood’s writers went on strike. For the first time since the 1960s, both writers and actors united, effectively…
In recent years, the media landscape has undergone a significant transformation, with paywalls becoming increasingly prevalent across both news media and television broadcasting. This shift is largely driven by the unsustainability of programmatic advertising, which has long been the backbone…
Alright, strap in, because we're about to take a high-octane journey through the murky world of programmatic ad-tech and why it's about as effective at monetizing premium content as a chocolate fireguard is at stopping a blaze. Programmatic sells ads…
In a bold move, Kapang has decided to eliminate the term "FAST" (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) and "FAST Channels" from its documentation. This decision stems from a growing consensus among content owners that FAST is not a viable or sustainable…
It is all about the ad-fill with FAST Channels - In the rapidly evolving landscape of Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channels and Connected TV (CTV), the focus has shifted dramatically towards advertising. The success of these platforms hinges not…
Streaming TV Monetization: Is It FAST or FARSE for Content Library Owners and Linear TV Broadcasters? In the rapidly evolving landscape of television, the rise of streaming TV has presented both opportunities and challenges for content library owners and linear…