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Netflix Stops Accepting Payments Through iTunes Subscriptions
Netflix Stops Accepting Payments Through iTunes Subscriptions
February 27, 2024  |  Streaming

Netflix has begun requiring subscribers with Apple iTunes billing plans to pay Netflix directly. All “members on the basic plan who were using an iTunes...

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Pinterest Launches Shoppable Streaming Series as Social Apps Monetize Content
Pinterest Launches Shoppable Streaming Series as Social Apps Monetize Content
February 23, 2024  |  eCommerce

As social media companies look for new ways to leverage contextual commerce to drive revenue, Pinterest is launching its first shoppable streaming series.  The company...

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Apple Launches Free, Customizable iPhone App for Sports Fans
Apple Launches Free, Customizable iPhone App for Sports Fans
February 21, 2024  |  Apple

Apple has launched a free iPhone app for sports fans. The new Apple Sports provides access to real-time scores, stats, and other information about teams...

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Walmart’s Vizio Acquisition Could Bring Revenue, Subscribers if It Tracks Data
Walmart’s Vizio Acquisition Could Bring Revenue, Subscribers if It Tracks Data
February 21, 2024  |  Subscriptions

This week Walmart announced it is buying TV manufacturer Vizio for $2.3 billion. Walmart (and its affiliate, Sam’s Club) have been selling the Vizio brand...

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Shein Takes on Amazon With Shoppable Livestream Collection Launch
Shein Takes on Amazon With Shoppable Livestream Collection Launch
February 20, 2024  |  eCommerce

As Shein aims to seize a greater share of consumers’ retail spending by capturing their digital attention, the fast-fashion giant is tapping shoppable livestreams to...

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Walmart to Enhance Media Business With $2.3 Billion Vizio Acquisition
Walmart to Enhance Media Business With $2.3 Billion Vizio Acquisition
February 20, 2024  |  Acquisitions

Walmart and smart television maker Vizio entered into an agreement for Walmart to acquire Vizio for $2.3 billion. The acquisition would enable Walmart to enhance...

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Walmart Sets Sights on Retail Media as Content and Commerce Blur
Walmart Sets Sights on Retail Media as Content and Commerce Blur
February 16, 2024  |  Retail

This week in the ongoing race for customers’ loyalty and engagement between retail powerhouses Walmart and Amazon, the former may be looking to join in...

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From Real-Time Home Sales to Virtual Realms: Brands Ride the Super Bowl Wave
From Real-Time Home Sales to Virtual Realms: Brands Ride the Super Bowl Wave
February 10, 2024  |  Retail

As Super Bowl weekend has consumers across the United States focused on one thing, brands and retailers are going all out to seize the opportunity...

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MLB Commissioner Aims for D2C Platform by 2025 as Teams Tap Streaming Models
MLB Commissioner Aims for D2C Platform by 2025 as Teams Tap Streaming Models
February 09, 2024  |  Streaming

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred reportedly aims to introduce a direct-to-consumer (D2C) streaming service for the league by 2025, a move that comes as sports viewing...

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