Pocket Casts Launches Apple TV App, Expands Cross-Device Podcast Listening
Pocket Casts launches native Apple TV application July 27, allowing seamless podcast listening on television with cross-device synchronization.
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YouTube Expands Custom Thumbnail Tools for Creators Across Shorts and Long-Form Video
YouTube launches custom thumbnail uploads for Shorts and AI-powered thumbnail generation in Ask Studio, streamlining creator workflows across its platform.
iHeart Australia Launches Video Podcasts, Expands Beyond Audio Format
ARN launches video podcasts and short-form video feed on iHeart Australia, expanding its audio-first platform while preserving creator ownership and monetization rights.
Southeast Asia Emerges as Fastest-Growing Podcast Market, Attracting Advertisers
Triton Digital identifies Southeast Asia as one of the world's fastest-growing podcast markets, driven by mobile-first audiences and extended commuting times across major economies.
Sports, Dramas Boost Cable Viewing Share to Six-Month High in April
Nielsen reports cable gains viewership share in April as NCAA and Masters tournaments drive television viewing, while streaming maintains 47.6 percent of total watch-time.
Spotify Beach Brings Creator Conversations and Performances to Cannes Lions 2026
Spotify hosts Spotify Beach at Cannes Lions 2026, featuring creator conversations and nightly performances to showcase fan engagement and cultural relevance.
News Publishers Shift Podcasts to Video as Platforms Prioritize New Formats
Major news publishers are rapidly converting podcasts to video formats and emphasizing personality-driven shows as platform algorithm changes prioritize new content types.
Spotify Launches Personal Podcasts Feature for AI-Generated Daily Briefings
Spotify launches Personal Podcasts beta feature, allowing users to generate AI-powered audio briefings and save them to their library.
Australian Video Advertising Market Hits $5.4 Billion, Grows 19.8 Percent
Australian video advertising market reached $5.4 billion in 2025, growing 19.8 percent year-over-year, according to IAB Australia's annual State of the Nation report.
Podigee Launches Video Podcast Distribution Across All Pricing Tiers
Podigee launches video podcast distribution to YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify across all pricing tiers starting May 4, 2026.