In this week's edition, I review two "goods" ("Hacks" and "The Bear") and one "too bad ("Criminal Minds: Evolution").

More than two-thirds of likely shoppers plan to spend less than $100.

More than a third of people said AI performs better than humans at customizing the content they see online.

Sixty-seven percent of game players say that they often consume other media while gaming.

In the absence of a federal privacy law, marketers are confronting state privacy laws that could expose them to fines, sanctions and other legal consequences.

Consumers feel more assured that spending is manageable, with 83% saying they have at least some control over their grocery budgets.

The satellite-based broadband service has the potential to increase the streaming audience in remote areas.

While Venu Sports is mired in litigation, some viewers are watching live sports on more established streaming services.

Broadcast television held steady at about 20% of total viewing time among TV audiences.

Three quarters of senior executives said they're increasing their investment in Generative AI because of its strong value.