Baidu – 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.

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 iQiyi and Sony Sign Coproduction Agreement

December 5, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

iQiyi, a Chinese online video site owned by Baidu, announced in December that the company is coproducing a three-part local-language series with Sony.

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.

Paramount’s Identity Crisis: Massive Layoffs, Creative Exodus, and Strategic Uncertainty

Distribution

November 5, 2025 Comments Off

From Blockbusters to Bust: Why the Film Industry Isn’t Bouncing Back

Distribution

November 2, 2025 Comments Off

Streaming

Streaming Growth Slows: How SVOD Platforms Are Shifting Strategies in 2025

October 30, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Paramount’s Bold Bid for Warner: What a $60 Billion Merger Means for Hollywood

October 16, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Film Distribution Reset: Genre Wins, Big Acquisitions, Sparse Deals, and New Frontiers

September 24, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

TIFF 2025 at Halfway Mark: Slow Negotiations, Genre Plays, New Distributors, and Market Jitters

September 10, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

TIFF 50 Sees First Big Buy: Obsession Fetches $15M as Horror Fuels Market Momentum

September 8, 2025 Comments Off

Streaming Growth Slows: How SVOD Platforms Are Shifting Strategies in 2025

Streaming

October 30, 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.

Global Streaming in 2025: SVOD Growth Slows as Hybrid TV Models Rise

Streaming

August 26, 2025 Comments Off

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.