Digital platforms consolidate leadership over TV among young audiences
For the first time, less than half of UK-based 16-24-year-olds are watching broadcast TV in an average week, according to media regulator Ofcom’s annual study into the nation’s media habits. Just 48% of young audiences tuned in during an average week last year, down...
TellyCast Digital Content Forum launches buyer’s lounge ‘The Bridge’, with Quintus Studios attached as sponsor
TellyCast, the leading international TV industry podcast and events business (and owner of The Drop), has unveiled plans for a dedicated Buyers Lounge at this year’s edition of the Digital Content Forum (November 7th, BFI Southbank). Entitled The Bridge, the...
Digital creator investor Electrify forges alliance with aviation channel Mentour Pilot
UK-based Electrify Video Partners has invested in leading aviation YouTube channels Mentour Pilot and Mentour Now. Electrify said the strategic partnership demonstrates its “continued commitment to investing in informative and inspirational creators”. Mentour Pilot,...
Channel 4 and Vinted unveil new season of Second-Hand Showdown
Channel 4 and Vinted are joining forces for a new series of Second-Hand Showdown, a cross-platform factual entertainment series that focuses on second-hand style. The new season of the branded entertainment series will debut on August 12 on YouTube and E4, with new...