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Bomanbridge Media expands in Europe with the acquisition of UK's West One 11 SEP 2025

Distribution

Bomanbridge Media expands in Europe with the acquisition of UK's West One

The European office will spearhead the expansion of the catalogue with a strong emphasis on development and production as well as acquisitions and synergistic collaborations.
UK TV revenues rise 1.4% in 2024 amid Digital and Rights gains 10 SEP 2025

Markets

UK TV revenues rise 1.4% in 2024 amid Digital and Rights gains

Despite a challenging market, UK digital commissioning jumped 60% to £154 million and international SVOD spend rose by £166 million, while secondary rights revenue returned to a record high of £510 million, according to the 2025 Pact Census.
UpStream Media joins Middlechild to develop digital-first original content 9 SEP 2025

Deals

UpStream Media joins Middlechild to develop digital-first original content

The new slate will feature a mix of standalone specials and mini-series which will air across UpStream Media’s network of successful YouTube channels.
Advertising: global linear ad spend to decline to $139.1 billion by 2026 8 SEP 2025

Trends

Advertising: global linear ad spend to decline to $139.1 billion by 2026

According to WARC Media’s recent analysis, the decline reflects a broader decade-long erosion. Between 2014 and 2024, linear TV ad expenditure dropped by 27.5% in absolute terms, and by 50.8% when adjusted for inflation.
Fremantle elevates AI strategy with the appointment of Kevin Lingley as EVP 8 SEP 2025

Corporate Moves

Fremantle elevates AI strategy with the appointment of Kevin Lingley as EVP

With over 30 years in tech leadership—most recently steering AI-powered content delivery to Spotify’s 650 million users—Kevin Lingley will now spearhead Fremantle’s global AI agenda across production, distribution, and commercial operations.