: Deep content on Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) , highlighting the rise of single-IP channels and the shift away from traditional subscription models.
Variety's deep-dive content is organized into "Special Reports" that tackle long-term industry shifts: technology - Variety international
: Recurring reports like the Media & Tech Trend Tracker analyze the financial health and debt levels of "Big Tech" players including Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft as they compete for consumer attention. : Deep content on Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV
Variety covers the intersection of media and technology primarily through the Variety Intelligence Platform (VIP+) , which provides data-driven research and "deep content" that goes beyond standard industry headlines. This platform, now integrated with Luminate Intelligence , offers specialized reports on how tech innovations—ranging from generative AI to streaming infrastructure—reshaped the global entertainment landscape. Key Special Reports and Research Areas This platform, now integrated with Luminate Intelligence ,
: A data-driven exploration of how streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon are reallocating resources globally , focusing on regional production trends in Europe, APAC, and South Korea.
: Analysis of the $26 billion global market for mobile-based vertical content and how algorithms are rewriting the rules of storytelling. Strategic Industry Insights
: Extensive analysis on the impact of AI on film, TV, and music . Recent reports focus on AI Training, Consent & Content , as well as the technical and ethical challenges of Celebrity Deepfakes & Digital Replicas.