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๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Hit Songs Have 'Short Intros, Chorus Upfront': Analysis by University Student

A university student has analyzed the trend of hit songs becoming shorter and featuring choruses occurring earlier, attributing this change to the rise of music streaming services.

Feb 28 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Thanks to streaming, love wins in the war for the future of Hollywood

Streaming services are reshaping Hollywood's production landscape, bringing back romantic comedies and dramas that had been sidelined in favor of superhero films.

Feb 28 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming and movie theatres

The acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery by Paramount raises questions about the future of streaming services and movie theatres.

Feb 28 โ€ข 01:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Media Information: Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Sign Agreement

Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount have signed an agreement in the U.S. amidst ongoing business negotiations.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

NFL fansโ€™ 2025 bills come under focus as FCC probes the rise of sports streaming services

The FCC is investigating the impact of the transition of live sports from traditional broadcast to streaming platforms, particularly concerning costs for NFL fans.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

FCC boss wants to make life less frustrating for sports fans, says streaming shift a โ€˜real pain for consumersโ€™

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr aims to address frustrations of sports fans caused by the shift to streaming services for live sports.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

'I spend all day reviewing TV shows and nothing is better than this Sky miniseries'

A TV critic endorses a Sky miniseries as the best show he's ever watched, urging viewers to binge it immediately.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Sky TV customers to get free Disney+, HBO Max and Hayu worth ยฃ20 in bundle change

Sky TV customers will receive complimentary access to Disney+, HBO Max, and Hayu as part of a package overhaul, along with a ยฃ2 increase in monthly fees for new subscribers.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The UK will regulate Netflix and other streamers according to its broadcasters

The UK government has announced that streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video will need to comply with content and accessibility regulations similar to those of traditional broadcasters.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Streaming services to be subject to same regulation as broadcasters in UK

New UK legislation will subject major streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video to the same regulatory standards as traditional broadcasters.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video to come under stricter regulation in UK

The UK has announced enhanced regulation for streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video to ensure compliance with standards applicable to traditional broadcasters.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video to make major change affecting 18m people

New regulations in the UK will require major streaming services to improve accessibility for millions of people with disabilities.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

United Kingdom will regulate Netflix

The UK has announced plans to regulate streaming services like Netflix to ensure they follow the same content and accessibility standards as traditional broadcasters.

Feb 24 โ€ข 11:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

UK government: Netflix to comply with traditional broadcasting regulations

The UK government has announced that streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ will have to adhere to the same regulations regarding content and accessibility as traditional broadcasters, including the BBC.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Can a Valamo monk use social media? The head of the monastery says: Yes

The head of Valamo Monastery in Finland has stated that monks are allowed to use social media and streaming services, despite some concerns about excessive screen time.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Stock Market: How Binge-Watching (Netflix) Influences Stock Markets

This article examines the impact of binge-watching, particularly content from streaming services like Netflix, on stock markets.

Feb 19 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Sky confirms April price rise โ€“ but millions will get Netflix, Disney+ and HBO

Sky announced a price rise for broadband and TV packages starting in April, but millions of customers will also gain access to HBO Max, Disney+, and Hayu at no additional cost.

Feb 18 โ€ข 13:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The leader of the monastery got nervous: the monks are only watching Netflix

The head of a Catholic monastery in Italy has expressed concern over the excessive use of social media and streaming services like Netflix by the monks.

Feb 18 โ€ข 01:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
Life & Tech

Netflix, HBO and Disney+ not working on consoles? Xbox released a statement

Users report issues with streaming services on Xbox consoles, affecting platforms like Netflix, HBO, and Disney+.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

A binge and a prayer: Italian monks told to avoid Netflix and social media

Italian monks at a hermitage in Tuscany have been advised by their prior to refrain from using social media and streaming services to maintain their focus on prayer and spiritual life.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Is Oxford vs Sunderland on TV? How to watch FA Cup tie: TV channel, stream and kick-off time

The FA Cup fourth-round match between Oxford United and Sunderland will be broadcast live on TV and streaming services.

Feb 15 โ€ข 07:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Sexy Chemistry and Fake Romances โ€“ Hollywood's Hottest Weapon to Fill Theaters

Hollywood is using staged romances and flirtatious publicity stunts to attract audiences back to theaters as streaming services gain market share.

Feb 13 โ€ข 07:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Telegraph
National & Local

Sky TV is changing soon: Who are the winners and losers and is it worth it?

Sky TV is set to undergo significant changes in its flagship television package, introducing new streaming options and pricing.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Rapper Arturs Skutelis releases new single 'Bailes un trฤซsas'

Latvian hip-hop artist Arturs Skutelis has released a new single titled 'Bailes un trฤซsas' available on all music streaming services, which will be included in his upcoming album set to be released in April.

Feb 11 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Blockbuster Sky upgrade will change how you stream TV for good

Sky is launching a new subscription plan that offers a bundled deal for popular streaming services at a lower cost.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Goodbye to Magis TV and Xuper TV: why all the channels in Argentina were blocked

Argentina's illegal streaming platforms Magis TV and Xuper TV have been permanently shut down following a judicial order to block their services across the country.

Feb 10 โ€ข 15:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Xuper TV and Magis TV cease operations in this Latin American country

Xuper TV and Magis TV faced significant outages in Ecuador, leading to the disappearance of the services from users' devices amid legal actions taken in Argentina.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
Life & Tech

Merit Maarits: Where to Go After Spotify?

The article discusses the moral dilemmas and complexities of choosing music streaming services after deciding to leave Spotify.

Feb 10 โ€ข 07:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

BBC TV licence fee now 'more expensive than Netflix or Disney+' - compare prices

The BBC's annual TV licence fee is set to increase to ยฃ180, surpassing the monthly costs of popular streaming services like Netflix and Disney+.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Sony to End Shipments of BD Recorders Amidst Declining Demand from Streaming Services

Sony has announced the end of shipments of Blu-ray Disc (BD) recorders due to declining demand prompted by the rise of streaming services.

Feb 9 โ€ข 07:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Spotify will also sell physical books on its streaming platform

Spotify is expanding its services by adding the sale of physical books on its streaming platform.

Feb 8 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
Life & Tech

How a family can save thousands of kroner on streaming

The article discusses how families can save money on streaming services amidst varying viewing preferences.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
Life & Tech

How a family can save thousands of kroner a year on streaming

The article discusses ways for a family to optimize their streaming services to save money while fulfilling each member's viewing preferences.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Are you lost in the streaming jungle? Here's how a family can save thousands of kroner a year

The article provides tips for families on how to navigate multiple streaming services and save money while accessing their desired content.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Streaming was a revolution. Now consumers will feel the price

Streaming services that once focused on growth at the expense of profitability are now facing a shift to higher prices for consumers as the industry seeks to become financially sustainable.

Feb 7 โ€ข 06:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
Life & Tech

Is Terminator Really a Film for Nostalgics? (and Other Viewing Tips)

This article explores a selection of recent and classic titles available on streaming services that reflect contemporary themes, including a spy series from Iran and a chilling war drama.

Feb 6 โ€ข 19:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

Entertainment: What will happen to Disney?

As spring arrives in Los Angeles, streaming services like Apple TV and Netflix unveil their programming for the fall, featuring innovative content and live broadcasts.

Feb 6 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
Life & Tech

Swedish streaming service Spotify will start selling printed books to users

Spotify is set to offer printed books for sale through its app, partnering with Bookshop.org, alongside its audiobooks service.

Feb 6 โ€ข 09:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

PHOTO AND VIDEO Have you heard the new song by Leta 3?

Leta 3 announces the release of their new single and music video from the album RKTRD NDRD, their most intimate work yet, which is available on streaming services and as a limited-edition vinyl.

Feb 6 โ€ข 08:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Weimer on the Streamer Law: 'The Film Booster is Coming'

Culture State Minister Wolfram Weimer discusses the introduction of a new law requiring broadcasters and streamers to invest in the local film industry, aimed at revitalizing the struggling sector.

Feb 5 โ€ข 19:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Life & Tech

The party is over โ€“ What Netflix now has to pay in Germany

Following significant protests from the film industry, major streaming services like Netflix are now required to invest in Germany after profiting for years without contributing, though a potential legal challenge from Donald Trump could still complicate matters.

Feb 5 โ€ข 17:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Film Funding Reform: Mandatory Investment for Streamers Comes by Law

The German government has reached an agreement requiring streaming services to invest eight percent of their revenue generated in Germany into local productions, marking a significant shift in film funding policy.

Feb 5 โ€ข 16:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

Coalition agrees on film funding: Netflix and others are to invest in Germany

The German government aims to require streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime to invest in local European productions, particularly in Germany, to boost the film industry.

Feb 5 โ€ข 15:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Paramount Targets Netflix in New Attempt to Reverse Warner Bros. Acquisition

David Ellison, CEO of Paramount, issued an open letter promising commitments if the company successfully acquires Warner Bros. Discovery, which recently reached a deal to sell its studios and streaming services to Netflix for $83 billion.

Feb 5 โ€ข 15:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

Film: Here Comes the 'Film Booster'

As the Berlinale approaches on February 12, Culture State Minister Wolfram Weimer is making last-minute efforts to address the German film industry's anticipation for government support in film funding, particularly concerning investment obligations for streaming services.

Feb 5 โ€ข 14:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Investment Levy for Netflix & Co โ€“ Federal Government to Collect Streaming Millions

The German coalition has decided on a mandatory investment quota requiring streaming services and TV channels to allocate eight percent of their revenues to German productions, accompanied by regulations on language, production, and rights.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

10 Best Series to Watch in February

February brings a host of new series to popular streaming services, featuring everything from thrilling dramas to science fiction with giant monsters, including a look at ten titles arriving this month.

Feb 5 โ€ข 08:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

What will we watch in February? 10 series that will keep us at home

February brings a plethora of new series to popular streaming services, ranging from thrilling thrillers and legal dramas to science fiction with giant monsters, including a preview of ten titles debuting this month.

Feb 5 โ€ข 08:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Five most valuable cassette tapes ever sold with top one fetching ยฃ3,700

A recent article highlights a rising trend where people are turning away from streaming services and opting for physical music formats, showcasing the five most valuable cassette tapes sold, with the top tape fetching ยฃ3,700.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

UK Fire TV Stick users get new warning that will stop them streaming for free

Fire TV Stick users in the UK are receiving new alerts that block access to illegal streaming services as part of Amazon's crackdown on piracy.

Feb 4 โ€ข 08:16 UTC

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