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Youtube reached one billion daily hours of TV consumption in 2024 11 DEC 2024

Streaming

Youtube reached one billion daily hours of TV consumption in 2024

The 2024 recap of YouTube on TV revealed sports and children’s programming were the main genres in YouTube TV. Podcasts garnered 400 million hours monthly.
Nielsen appointed Bill Michels as Gracenote’s new Chief Product Officer 6 DEC 2024

Corporate Moves

Nielsen appointed Bill Michels as Gracenote’s new Chief Product Officer

The executive will oversee Gracenote’s global Product team, driving the development of its video, sports, and music offerings while spearheading efforts to expand into key markets.
NRK and TV 2 closed a new sports rights agreement for Norway 5 DEC 2024

Deals

NRK and TV 2 closed a new sports rights agreement for Norway

According to the new agreement, NRK will air more matches from the 2026 Men's Football World Cup, while TV 2 has obtained broadcasting rights for the final three days of the 2025 Ski World Championships in Trondheim.
Disney introduced ESPN content on Disney+ in the United States 5 DEC 2024

Streaming

Disney introduced ESPN content on Disney+ in the United States

ESPN+ streaming sports are now available on the platform, uniting access to sports, general entertainment, and kids and family programming, all within a single app.
ITVX became Britain’s fastest growing major streaming platform ahead of its second anniversary 4 DEC 2024

Streaming

ITVX became Britain’s fastest growing major streaming platform ahead of its second anniversary

The platform has rapidly become the UK’s fastest-growing streaming platform since its launch, driven by its diverse content, record-breaking dramas, live sports, and strategic innovations in viewer accessibility and personalized recommendations.