Judge pauses Nexstar-Tegna merger
A federal judge has ordered Nexstar and Tegna to pause their proposed merger while antitrust and regulatory reviews continue. The ruling temporarily halts one of the largest pending media consolidation deals as officials evaluate its potential impact on competition and local broadcasting. Read more from Axios.
Ad-supported tiers generate more than a quarter of streaming revenue
Ad-supported subscription tiers accounted for 28% of global streaming subscription revenue in 2025, according to new analysis from The Current. Hybrid pricing models continue gaining momentum as streaming services balance subscriber growth with higher advertising revenue while appealing to more price-conscious consumers. Read more from The Current.
IAB Tech Lab launches programmatic standards council
The IAB Tech Lab has created a new programmatic advertising council focused on improving transparency, measurement, fraud prevention, and interoperability across the digital advertising ecosystem. The initiative brings together industry stakeholders to strengthen standards as programmatic buying continues to evolve. Read more from TheDesk.
OpenAI introduces CPC advertising in ChatGPT
OpenAI has added cost-per-click advertising to ChatGPT, expanding its monetization strategy beyond branded placements. The new ads are designed to appear within conversational responses and align with user intent, marking another step toward performance-focused advertising on the platform. Read more from Search Engine Land.
NHL playoff ratings continue climbing across TNT and Disney
The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are delivering stronger television audiences across TNT and Disney platforms, fueled by competitive matchups and broader distribution through both broadcast and streaming. The ratings gains reinforce the league’s growing momentum with viewers and advertisers. Read more from Sportico.
