Asia Video Industry Association

The May 2026 edition of Asia Video Pulse is live! This edition spotlights the fast moving developments shaping our industry, from the success of AVIA’s Women in Media and Hong Kong Dialogue to our next AVIA Dialogue in Mumbai and the Policy and State of Piracy Roundtables in Bali

Roku is making a big bet on creator content, launching a new dedicated destination and multiple new creator FAST channels to its platform. hollywoodreporter.com/business/digit…

Findings from Gracenote's recent report reveal that 86 per cent of US media planners would move more linear budget to CTV if show-level targeting and reporting were available. advanced-television.com/2026/05/15/rep…

Join India’s top media and entertainment leaders as they share candid insights, bold strategies, and fresh perspectives shaping the future of the industry. Seats are limited, register now and don’t miss out! form.jotform.com/26084858927247…

We’re delighted to unveil the stellar lineup of speakers for AVIA Dialogue Mumbai happening Tuesday, 9 June 2026 at the Netflix office, Bandra Kurla Complex.

Disney continues to add more features hitching Hulu and Disney+ together as it takes steps toward the goal of “fully integrating” Hulu into the Disney+ service. variety.com/2026/tv/news/d…

Paramount is pushing further into artificial intelligence, with the David Ellison-led entertainment company hiring a new head of consumer AI. hollywoodreporter.com/business/busin…

Fox executives have been surprised to see football fans stick around for a chance to check out Fox News Channel programs like “Jesse Watters Primetime” and “The Five.” variety.com/2026/tv/news/f…

Free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) has moved from the margins of the streaming landscape to the centre of how Americans watch TV. advanced-television.com/2026/05/12/res…

Marking 10 years since it started making content outside of the States, Netflix revealed that it spent $135B on original shows, films and licensing from third parties. deadline.com/2026/05/netfli…

Amazon has quietly built an advertising juggernaut, and Prime Video is at the heart of that growth. hollywoodreporter.com/business/busin…

Join the launch event on Tuesday, 9th June, and be the first to uncover these insights – event.magnite.com/empower-by-mag…

Streaming is surging in Hong Kong and @magnite new Streams & Screens: Hong Kong report reveals what’s driving it. From evolving viewing habits and the rise of live streaming to emerging ad formats and short-form vertical video, discover the trends shaping the future of streaming.

@wbd has announced that HBO Max will launch direct-to-consumer in Vietnam, further expanding the brand’s footprint in Asia Pacific. advanced-television.com/2026/05/12/hbo…

The upcoming months are packed with opportunities for members to connect and engage on pressing themes such as content, innovation, regulation, piracy, and the evolving role of AI. Visit our website now to download a copy! avia.org/download-centr…

The May 2026 edition of Asia Video Pulse is live! This edition spotlights the fast moving developments shaping our industry, from the success of AVIA’s Women in Media and Hong Kong Dialogue to our next AVIA Dialogue in Mumbai and the Policy and State of Piracy Roundtables in Bali

Sony Pictures’ full-year sales were boosted by blockbuster anime hitslike Demon Slayerand Chainsaw Man, alongside strong growth in Crunchyroll subscriptions. hollywoodreporter.com/business/busin…

Amazon has announced its integration with Amazon MX Player into Prime Video. Prime members will enjoy a wide selection of originals and exclusives across devices with the choice to watch with ads or go ad-free. exchange4media.com/digital-news/a…

Do linear TV and streaming need to be separated, and in some cases even spun out, in order to lean into the future? hollywoodreporter.com/business/busin…

HBO Max, which has zigged and zagged more than most streaming services since its delayed launch in 2020, has regained some traction and will hit 150 million subscribers by the end of 2026. deadline.com/2026/05/hbo-ma…

A study has found that more than half of the younger age demographic cancels and renews streaming subscriptions based on the availability of one TV series or film, and nearly a third won’t pay full price for a game... variety.com/2026/digital/n…