Interactive overlays can often significantly increase the amount of time viewers spend with an ad and with the brand. That helps in particular when raising awareness for a cause, as Tremor Video learned in a recent campaign for hunger-relief organization Feeding America in which engagement with interactive pre-rolls far exceeded the average. ...Read the whole story
As it seeks to expand overseas, Vevo, the online music video company owned by Universal Music Group, Sony Music and Abu Dhabi Media, is reportedly looking for new equity investors. ...Read the whole story
Showing just how far the industry has come, Warner Bros. unit Warner Premiere is about to debut "H+ The Digital Series" -- a live-action Web series produced by Bryan Singer, of "The Usual Suspects" and "X-Men: First Class" fame. ...Read the whole story
The "Welcome to Rekall" sweepstakes features a dedicated Web site through which people can use their Facebook profiles to receive a personalized video detailing one of nine fantastic "experiences," such as becoming a UFC fighter or a rock star. ...Read the whole story
While there was naturally an element of truth in Dangerfield's "no respect" persona, obviously over time Dangerfield did command respect. He wasn't the loser that he conveyed in his act. What on earth does this have to do with online video? ...More
What a superb week for networks seeking to build stronger online streaming businesses. There were indications on both the content and distribution fronts that growth opportunities are exceedingly ripe. ...More
According to Leichtman Research Group (LRG), 87% of households nationwide subscribe to some form of multi-channel video service. The percentage of households that subscribe is similar to the past two years. The mean annual household income of multi-channel video subscribers is 53% higher than the household income of non-subscribers. ...More