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As someone who double majored in broadcast journalism and sports administration, I've always seen the connective tissue between the future of entertainment being in sports broadcasting and live sports. It's no surprise that every streamer is looking for their live sports or league license. There's a necessity for sports to the growth, retention, and sustainability of streamers. It's exciting to see who will emerge from the crowd when licenses for major sporting events like the NBA or NFL games come up. And let's not forget about the churn that may occur after these events go to streaming. Cord cutters need their live sports fix and streamers are ready to provide it. #streamingwars #cordcutting #livesports #sports #entertainment #entertainmentandmedia #streaming #streamingmedia

Global sports media rights are set to reach a staggering $60 billion by 2024, and stadium organisers are upping their game to improve the fan and viewer experience. With the rise of on-demand streaming services and social media platforms, live sporting events have become a unique and special experience that can't be replicated. The World Cup, The Super Bowl and F1 are just a few examples of events that command huge TV audiences and generate vast revenues. As a result, they are often at the forefront of technological innovation. 5G private networking is the latest technological revolution set to transform the viewing experience for millions of TV viewers. Read on for more: https://bit.ly/3O0bgv0 #SportsLive #LiveSports #GlobalSportsMedia #SportsStreaming

For all of you cord cutting sports nuts! At a time when sports streaming is blowing up, there's no better place to showcase your brand! Not only are mainstream sports ratings through the roof, but sports streaming is also driving much needed awareness and attention to women's sports. FUN FACT: The women's NCAA championship game viewership CRUSHED the men's competition and was the most watched basketball game since 2019! CBS Sports is leading the charge in bridging the gap between traditional TV and streaming, making it easier than ever to watch your favorite games. Check out how they're making the transition seamless. #SportsStreaming #WomensSports #CBSsports

📺 Sports media spotlight 🎾 David Dellea talks with Streaming Media Magazine: https://hubs.la/Q02JSZXd0 He breaks down findings from our most recent Global Sports Survey in light of the #Paris2024 games. The discussion ranges from the fragmented sports media landscape to cord-cutting sports fans and the promise of AI in content syndication. #Sports #Olympics #MediaTrends #Streaming

NBC has launched SportsEngine Play which allows users to stream local sporting events and online demand content from some of the top athletes like the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year Justin Jefferson and Olympic great Michael Phelps. Get the latest in the article below. #sportstech #mobileapps #youthsports #streaming

⚽ Even though there are still international tournaments being played across the globe, pre-season is already underway for football clubs in Europe as they prepare for another exciting campaign. 🗓️ This time in the calendar represents a golden opportunity to leverage OTT streaming by broadcasting friendlies, offering a range of benefits. 💸 Boost Revenue: Through subscriptions and pay-per-view. 🌍 Expand Globally: Engage with international fans. 📊 Gain Insights: Utilise viewer data to personalise content. 📹 Our AMG Live Ops team is already delivering exciting pre-season matches, with big ones like Ajax v Rangers coming up this weekend. 👉 Find out more about how football clubs can leverage OTT streaming in pre-season: https://ow.ly/zuQb50SxLJh #Football #OTT #Streaming #FanEngagement #RevenueGrowth #PreSeason

The rise of direct-to-consumer (DTC) platforms is sparking a significant change in the sports industry. SportsPro and Endeavor Streaming's latest whitepaper explains how streaming is no longer a secondary distribution channel, but a substantial contributor to sports rights evaluations and a valuable source of financial and audience growth. We explore: ➡️ The rise of streaming services and its impact on pay-TV ➡️ The role of FAST in reaching and monetising casual fans ➡️ How World Rugby is using DTC to grow the game of rugby globally ➡️ How to future-proof your media strategy in the new media landscape ➕ More! Download now 🖱️ https://lnkd.in/ejGe7yX7 #Sportsbiz #Streaming #OTT #Media #Strategy

Is the NHL on the decline? Based on the numbers, maybe… but remember, these numbers don’t tell the whole story. As technology progressed and the fan experience became more fragmented due to streaming platforms, apps, and other media, we've seen a dip in NHL television viewership, but not necessarily a decline in overall league interest. This goes for all sports. Fans are looking for new ways to watch and engage with sports. For more info about how we can help OTT providers, click here: https://hubs.li/Q02tq7Xy0 #sportscontent #sportsmarketing #nhl #howtowatch #ott #contentmarketing #fanengagement #dataskrive

Why Soccer OTT Platforms Are a Boost for Clubs and Marketers The introduction of over-the-top (OTT) broadcasting platforms by European soccer’s football elite has been on the rise as part of a growing trend of sports properties recognizing the potential of acting as their own media platform MCA Worldwide (Music, Culture & Art) | Rohit Jaiswal | Vivek Saini #Soccer | #OTT | #Platforms | #Clubs | #Marketers | #SportsMarketing | #DigitalMedia | #FanEngagement | #Streaming | #Innovation |

The NBA new broadcast deal is nearing conclusion with Amazon prime all but set to get the streaming rights. Amongst all deals, the number of games packaged will dip a little, but that hasn’t stopped the financial terms from going up. More and more streaming providers entering the sports streaming rights globally, as sport continues to be an essential viewership and subscriber attraction component for OTT providers. In general, the biggest media packages in sport have also most recently included the Apple TV new FIFA club World Cup rights, and traditionally, The Premier League, F1, Olympics, FIFA World Cup, NFL, Tour de France, Cricket, MLB, etc.. The question still remains on the future rights and if OTT will completely overtake traditional sports TV broadcasting over the next 10 years, and if new emerging sports can get to this level too. #sports #media #streamingmedia https://shorturl.at/bhwH3