iQiyi – FilmTake

Chinese Streaming Giant Raising Billions [Part One]

March 21, 2018 FilmTake Comments Off

iQiyi, China’s leading subscription video streaming service, is listing shares on the New York-based NASDAQ stock exchange.

Disney Streams in China Again

February 15, 2018 FilmTake Comments Off

The largest collection of Disney content will start streaming in China through Alibaba’s Youku website.

Netflix Will License Original Content to China’s iQiyi

April 25, 2017 FilmTake Comments Off

Censorship and foreign content restrictions will limit Netflix’s ability to transition their licensing agreement with iQiyi into a meaningful foothold.

Inside Baidu’s Hollywood Expansion

April 24, 2017 FilmTake Comments Off

Since launching in 2010, iQiyi has accumulated the most paid SVOD subscribers in China, however, calculating an accurate subscriber base is challenging.

The “Netflix of China” Signs Streaming Deal with Warner Bros.

March 26, 2017 FilmTake Comments Off

China’s iQiyi online video service entered into a streaming output agreement with Warner Brothers.

Lionsgate Inks Long-Term Digital Licensing with iQiyi

December 5, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Lionsgate entered into a long-term content licensing agreement with iQiyi in November 2016 for upcoming features and select library films.

China’s Burgeoning Online Video Providers

September 12, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

In a shocking spectacle of insider dealing, the Chairman of Baidu, along with others announced plans in February 2016 to buyout iQiyi from Baidu for $2.3B.

Streaming

China’s SVOD Market Set to Explode

September 4, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

China’s online video market is massive: there are 660 million internet users, and 75% of those consume video content online. However, the SVOD model is new.

Streaming Market Trends: SVOD Platforms Are Adapting to Slower Growth

Streaming

August 9, 2025 Comments Off

Roku Bets on $2.99 Streaming: Disruptive Bargain or Unsustainable Streaming Gamble?

Distribution

August 6, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Lionsgate’s Next Move After Ditching Starz: Sale, Merger, or Meltdown?

July 20, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Legendary Eyes Lionsgate: A Marriage of Convenience or Strategic Power Play?

July 13, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Starz’s Pay-1 Rates Breakdown: What Starz Paid for a Decade of Sony Films

July 13, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Streaming’s Premium Play: Why Windowing, Not Content, Holds the Key to Value

July 6, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Streaming First, or PayTV Forever? The Global Battle Over Film Rights

June 28, 2025 Comments Off

Streaming Market Trends: SVOD Platforms Are Adapting to Slower Growth

Streaming

August 9, 2025 Comments Off

Global streaming is shifting from rapid subscriber growth to a focus on retention, monetization, and diversified content delivery. With mature markets slowing and engagement slipping, SVOD platforms are expanding into lower-ARPU regions, testing ad-supported tiers, and forging partnerships like Netflix’s landmark TF1 deal, which blends traditional TV, live sports, and on-demand programming.

The Broadcast Boom: Why Traditional TV Still Matters in a Streaming World

Broadcast & PayTV

February 24, 2025 Comments Off

As streaming platforms continue to dominate the conversation, traditional broadcast networks are proving their staying power by strategically aligning with digital platforms. New data confirms that network television still commands a substantial audience, with streaming partnerships extending its reach and influence.

Beyond Binge Watching: Ads, Sports, and Telecoms Are Steering Streaming Back to Cable’s Playbook

Streaming

January 11, 2025 Comments Off

The U.S. streaming market is saturated, with 96% of households subscribed to services, prompting a shift from acquisition to retention strategies. Ad-supported models are gaining traction as affordability overshadows uninterrupted viewing. Live sports and telecom partnerships are key growth areas, while brand ecosystems are vital for subscriber retention in this maturing landscape.

One Platform to Rule Them All: Aggregation Will Alter Streaming Markets in 2025

Streaming

January 7, 2025 Comments Off

Standalone SVOD services are experiencing a shift as consumers grapple with rising costs and subscription stacking. Many are turning to video aggregators, which simplify access but risk escalating prices. The market may soon consist of fewer standalone players alongside aggregators, highlighting the necessity for service bundling to reduce churn and enhance consumer convenience.

Europe’s AVOD Boom: How Ad-Tiers Will Reshape Streaming Markets in 2025

Streaming

December 29, 2024 Comments Off

Europe’s streaming market is on the verge of transformation, propelled by the rise of ad-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) platforms. Consumers increasingly favor lower-cost subscription plans featuring ads, benefiting major players like Netflix and local entities such as TF1+. However, platforms face challenges with ad relevance, viewer retention, and stringent EU regulations.