apple Apple Unveils Streaming TV, News, and Gaming Subscriptions Alongside New Credit Card Apple shifts its focus to premium subscription services with the introduction of Apple TV+, Apple News+, and Apple Arcade. The tech giant also announces a new titanium credit card and expanded transit payments.
google Google Stadia Relies on Custom AMD GPU to Outpower Current Consoles Google reveals that its Stadia cloud gaming service uses a custom AMD graphics card that theoretically outperforms both the PS4 Pro and Xbox One X combined.
google Google Unveils Stadia Streaming Service to Eliminate Gaming Consoles Google introduces Stadia, a cloud-based gaming platform that lets users play high-end games instantly without dedicated hardware. The service relies entirely on Google's data centers to render games across multiple devices.
apple Apple Unveils News+, Apple Card, Arcade, and TV+ Services at Keynote Apple shifts its focus to digital subscriptions by introducing four major services across news, finance, gaming, and entertainment. The event features a star-studded lineup of Hollywood celebrities showcasing the upcoming Apple TV+ platform.
netflix Netflix Doubles Down on Interactive Shows After Bandersnatch Success Netflix announces plans to expand its interactive storytelling format following the global hit of Black Mirror's Bandersnatch. The streaming giant plans to branch out beyond sci-fi into comedies and romances.
netflix Netflix Defends Theatrical Value Amid Spielberg Oscars Pushback Netflix faces mounting criticism from traditional Hollywood figures like Steven Spielberg who argue its films belong on television, not at the Academy Awards. The streaming giant pushes back by asserting its deep love for cinema amidst a broader industry debate.
apple Apple Pivots to Digital Services in Major Strategic Shift Apple hosts a high-profile event to unveil streaming video, news, and gaming subscriptions as it moves beyond hardware. Analysts call the pivot the company's most significant strategic move since the original iPhone.
spotify Spotify Spends $340 Million to Acquire Gimlet and Anchor Spotify confirms it spends nearly $340 million in cash to purchase podcast networks Gimlet and Anchor. The acquisitions are part of a larger $500 million strategy to dominate the podcasting industry.
apple Apple Plans March 25 Event to Launch Video and News Streaming Services Apple schedules a March 25 event to unveil its new video and news subscription services as the company looks to offset declining iPhone sales. The tech giant combines original content with third-party networks while negotiating tough revenue splits with publishers.
netflix Netflix Brings Automated Offline Viewing to iOS Users Netflix introduces a smart downloads feature for iOS that automatically deletes watched episodes and downloads the next ones over Wi-Fi. The update aims to simplify offline viewing and attract users in emerging markets.
musiio Singapore AI Music Startup Musiio Raises $1M Seed Round Singapore-based Musiio secures $1 million in seed funding to expand its AI-powered music curation platform. The startup helps digital music companies discover and organize tracks more efficiently without replacing human listeners.
altice Altice Secures Majority Stake in French Streaming Service Molotov Telecom giant Altice enters exclusive negotiations to acquire a 60 percent stake in popular French streaming startup Molotov. The strategic partnership provides Molotov with new resources for international expansion and content acquisition.
pandora Pandora Shareholders Approve $3.5 Billion SiriusXM Buyout Pandora shareholders officially approve a $3.5 billion acquisition by SiriusXM, triggering the departure of CEO Roger Lynch and several other top executives. SiriusXM CEO Jim Meyer takes over leadership of the newly combined audio company.
viacom Viacom Acquires Free Streaming Service Pluto TV for $340 Million Viacom purchases Pluto TV to expand its presence in the ad-supported streaming market and reach consumers across various price points.
video games US Video Game Revenue Surpasses Global Box Office With $43.8 Billion Haul The US video game industry earns $43.8 billion in 2018, easily beating the global film box office and streaming revenues. Major media companies like Netflix now view gaming giants such as Fortnite as their primary competitive threat.