Stephen Lovely Articles

Nov 18, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

3 Reasons Why Quibi Failed: Will Other Streaming Services Be Next?

Quibi's failure wasn't entirely unexpected, but its problems weren't entirely unique, either.

Sep 27, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

3 Key Ways Netflix Has Changed Its Content Strategy

The company's content strategy has long been vital -- and has long been evolving.

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Aug 10, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

What Is the Role for Regional Sports Networks in a Streaming Future?

Sports are key in live TV, but regional sports networks may find themselves squeezed out as things evolve.

Jul 31, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

What Will TV Look Like When Streaming Kills the Cable Bundle?

How to spot a direct-to-consumer revolution.

Jul 5, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

Another AT&T Streaming Service May Be Doomed

What's familiar and what's different about the likely demise of AT&T WatchTV.

Jun 19, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

3 Threats to YouTube's Dominance

YouTube is on top of its niche, but it has competition.

Jun 20, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

Are There Too Many Ad-Supported Streaming Services?

How much is too much in AVOD?

Jun 11, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

Why Fox Needed to Acquire Tubi to Compete in Streaming

There's value in AVOD and Fox Corp. didn't want to miss out on that.

Jun 11, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

HBO Max's Quiet Launch

HBO Max is live, but not on major platforms.

May 26, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

5 Things to Know About Amazon's First Video Game Release

Amazon has entered the video game industry's "battle royale."

May 26, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

AT&T TV Now Returns to the Roku Platform

AT&T's live TV streaming service is finally back on the most popular streaming platform.

May 24, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

Spotify Lands the Rights to Joe Rogan's Podcast

The streaming audio platform further expands its podcast empire with the addition of the comedian's popular show.

May 20, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

4 Reasons Why Streaming Is Faring Better Than Cable During the COVID Pandemic

TV is booming, but not every company in the TV business is benefiting.

May 18, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

Apple TV+ Is Getting a Quarantine Boost

The company's SVOD solution is getting more viewership out of the widespread lockdowns.

May 11, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

Where's the 'Rain Check' for Missed Sports on TV?

When a big chunk of subscriber payments go toward nothing at all, who -- if anyone -- gets a refund?

May 6, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

1 Stat About Verizon That Should Scare AT&T

IPTV is not immune to the cord-cutting trend.

Apr 30, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

Fandango's Vudu Deal and the Digital Media Marketplace

Tech's competition for digital video sales and rentals does a bit of consolidating thanks to Walmart.

Apr 29, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

Sports Broadcasts Are Somehow Still Getting Pricier

Absence makes the fees grow higher and that could have consequences for pay-TV and streaming industries.

Apr 28, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

After Dragging Its Feet, Apple Music Finally Gets a Web App

Apple Music is now, however reluctantly, in your browser

Apr 21, 2020 by Stephen Lovely

What Sort of Hit Is "Tiger King," Really?

A chicken-and-egg problem for Netflix.

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