CTV Trends & Statistics

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FAQ on AI creative optimization: What to automate, what to keep human, and how to compete

Article
Apr 03, 2026

This FAQ covers what AI creative optimization is, which tools are available, how consumers react, and how marketing teams should reorganize for the shift.

YouTube positions itself as the new TV with creator-led Stations

YouTube positions itself as the new TV with creator-led Stations

Article
Apr 03, 2026

New YouTube Stations blend influencer pull with always-on streams, adding premium CTV inventory for brands.

US OTT and Pay TV Viewers Forecast 2026

US OTT and Pay TV Viewers Forecast 2026

Report
Apr 01, 2026

Digital video has taken over the living room the same way it once took over mobile screens. As ad-supported tiers surge and free services gain ground, pay TV is losing relevance—even as digital pay TV trends upward.

Data Drop: 4 Charts on US Streaming TV Advertising Trends

Data Drop: 4 Charts on US Streaming TV Advertising Trends

Report
Mar 31, 2026

US streaming TV advertising is seeing a significant influx of new advertisers and increased budgets. While Hulu maintains its ad revenue lead, a growing number of brands are diversifying their spend across multiple platforms to reach viewers.

OOH revenues hit $9.5 billion, proving its endurance in a digital-first world

Article
Mar 30, 2026

OOH revenues hit $9.5 billion in 2025, representing 19 quarters of growth as DOOH fuels scale and measurable impact beyond screens.

The Healthcare Consumer 2026

The Healthcare Consumer 2026

Report
Mar 26, 2026

Consumers turn to search engines first for answers to health-related questions, even as social, video, and AI tools gain ground. Meanwhile, streaming TV is reshaping healthcare ad reach. Digital drives health-related action—but trust gaps shadow every channel.

Walmart and Vizio sharpen retail media and CTV pitch

Article
Mar 26, 2026

New shoppable placements, unified logins, and strong results tie streaming ads to measurable sales impact.

TV fragmentation fuels Comcast’s push into outcomes at NewFronts

TV fragmentation fuels Comcast’s push into outcomes at NewFronts

Article
Mar 25, 2026

Comcast unveils Outcomes+ to streamline TV ads; AI-driven targeting and attribution aim to unify streaming and linear buys in one measurable platform.

Marketers shift TV ad spending as time with CTV grows while linear declines

Marketers shift TV ad spending as time with CTV grows while linear declines

Article
Mar 20, 2026

Marketers are following audiences to streaming, yet linear remains vital for scale and outcomes.

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While the metaverse fades, brands can distribute VR bets to alternative platforms

While the metaverse fades, brands can distribute VR bets to alternative platforms

Article
Mar 19, 2026

Meta keeps Horizon alive, but marketers are moving on to genAI, CTV, and TikTok formats that deliver scale and ROI

Short-form video dominates Gen Z digital consumption, with 85% watching weekly

Short-form video dominates Gen Z digital consumption, with 85% watching weekly

Article
Mar 16, 2026

Short-form video rules Gen Z as 85% watch weekly, fueling discovery and sales.

Disney sells out Oscars ad inventory amid surging live event demand

Disney sells out Oscars ad inventory amid surging live event demand

Article
Mar 13, 2026

Disney's Oscars ad inventory cleared early at higher rates, proving live TV still commands premium demand.

Industry KPIs: CTV QR code scan rates fell sharply in Q4 2025

Industry KPIs: CTV QR code scan rates fell sharply in Q4 2025

Article
Mar 13, 2026

Our industry KPI data shows CTV QR code scan rates falling from 0.010% to 0.004% in 2025 as ad clutter and fatigue curb second-screen action.

Ad-supported TV demands an integrated approach this Upfront season

Ad-supported TV demands an integrated approach this Upfront season

Article
Mar 12, 2026

Digital TV dominates ad tiers, yet linear still delivers sports scale and stronger brand lift.

Black Consumers' Digital Habits 2026

Black Consumers' Digital Habits 2026

Report
Mar 12, 2026

Black consumers are reshaping streaming, social, and shopping habits. They overindex on key platforms, embrace ad-supported CTV, and blend digital discovery with in-store buying—pushing brands to balance cultural relevance with performance-driven media.​

UK, France, and Germany Time Spent With Media 2026

UK, France, and Germany Time Spent With Media 2026

Report
Mar 10, 2026

Total media time is increasing in each of these countries. Digital use is the underlying contributing factor, with digital video being the biggest time drain.

Amazon redesigns Fire TV to expand CTV ad ambitions

Article
Mar 09, 2026

Fire TV's new UI weaves ads across screens, tying CTV reach to retail data and programmatic scale.

US Time Spent With Social Networks 2026

US Time Spent With Social Networks 2026

Report
Mar 06, 2026

US adults will spend slightly more time on social networks this year, but social’s share of digital media time is slipping as streaming video surges.

Industry KPIs: Share of voice for food and beverage brands skyrocket on Facebook

Industry KPIs: Share of voice for food and beverage brands skyrocket on Facebook

Article
Mar 05, 2026

Share of voice reshuffle favors performance as food and beverage brands retreat from TikTok and YouTube, betting on Meta’s scale and attribution edge.

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