MediaTalk

S&P Global Market Intelligence analysts and reporters take a deep dive into issues facing the evolving media landscape. Tune in for interviews with industry insiders and analysts as well as brief outlooks for the TMT sector. If you are interested in learning more about TMT/SPGMI offerings, please visit https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/campaigns/tmt

  1. Constellations & Capital: Space Tech Enters New Orbit

    -3 ДН.

    Constellations & Capital: Space Tech Enters New Orbit

    In this episode of "MediaTalk," the S&P Global Market Intelligence team brings together reporters from around the globe to unpack the seismic shifts underway in the space technology sector. With SpaceX's highly anticipated IPO on the horizon, the team explores how this historic event could reshape not just the space industry, but the broader IPO market. Key insights include the changing dynamics between SpaceX and the US government, with Defense Department contracts now outpacing NASA's. The team examines how these factors complicate investor visibility and legal protections — especially as SpaceX considers waiving traditional lock-up periods. The episode also spotlights Starlink's rapid growth and its first-mover advantage in the US satellite internet market, as well as Amazon's strategic moves with its Globalstar acquisition. Space technology M&A activity is surging in 2026, even as the rise of mega constellations prompts questions about market capacity and competition. As the space tech sector enters a new orbit, MediaTalk asks: Will SpaceX's IPO set a new standard for tech listings, or drain capital from smaller players? Are mega constellations and vertical integration the keys to long-term dominance, or will new entrants disrupt the status quo? More S&P Global content: Kagan Media & Telecom Summit 2026 Featured experts: Stefan Modrich, tech policy reporter for S&P Global Market Intelligence  Nick Lazzaro, capital markets reporter at S&P Global Market Intelligence Ikrama Ranjha, newswriter at S&P Global Market Intelligence Mark Gubagaras, newswriter at S&P Global Market Intelligence Iuri Struta, tech capital markets reporter at S&P Global Market Intelligence Sarah James, TMT News Lead at S&P Global Market Intelligence Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James www.spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence

    24 мин.
  2. From Households to Humans: How First-Party Data Could Reshape the Upfronts

    7 МАЯ

    From Households to Humans: How First-Party Data Could Reshape the Upfronts

    The 2026 upfront season has arrived, when media companies showcase their upcoming content and advertisers seize the opportunity to secure prime placement in front of millions of viewers. This strategic period sets the stage for the entire TV season, influencing buying decisions and gauging the health of the advertising ecosystem. In this episode, Mike Reynolds sits down with Sean Cunningham, President and CEO of the Video Advertising Bureau, to explore how the media landscape is transforming. From streaming giants reshaping consumer expectations to the rise of connected TV, the conversation reveals why premium video content — defined by professional production, emotional engagement, brand safety, and transparency — remains the gold standard for marketers, regardless of platform. But there's a catch: questions about long-accepted currencies have created measurement instability, particularly for cable entertainment and key demographics. Cunningham discusses whether first-party data from media companies might be the next solution to the industry's currency crisis. Will this year's upfront finally bring stability to video advertising, or are we headed for another round of marketplace uncertainty? And as non-human traffic dominates the internet, how will marketers ensure their premium video investments actually reach real consumers? More S&P Global content: Kagan Media & Telecom Summit 2026 Featured experts: Sean Cunningham, VAB CEO and President  Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James www.spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence

    23 мин.
  3. From Second Fiddle to First Screen: Inside Broadcast's Big Media Comeback

    30 АПР.

    From Second Fiddle to First Screen: Inside Broadcast's Big Media Comeback

    After decades of playing second fiddle to cable and satellite, the broadcast industry is back in a big way. Station groups are getting bigger, sports rights deals are getting more expensive and the line between broadcast and streaming content is blurring. In this "MediaTalk" episode, S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan's Justin Nielson and Scott Robson unpack what they saw on the ground at the NAB Show and a parallel sports tech conference in Las Vegas. First: Are traditional broadcasters back in the live sports game? The answer is yes — but differently. Station groups are stepping into the vacuum left by regional sports networks, picking up local NBA, MLB and NHL games, while ATSC 3.0, or next-gen TV, deployments in markets like Brazil and the Caribbean showcase how broadcast is evolving into a hybrid, data-rich IP platform. Second: Where are the new revenue and profit engines? Political and sports remain core, but experimentation is happening around alternative game casts, ultra-low latency streaming for in-game betting and AI-driven creative. At the same time, transformational M&A deals, including a potential SiriusXM-iHeartMedia combination, offer opportunities for synergies. For media, tech and advertising leaders, this episode is a concise tour of where the next wave of sports, news and ad dollars is likely to flow. More S&P Global content: MediaTalk | Season 4 | Ep. 16 - Betting on the Future: How Prediction Markets Are Changing the Game Featured experts: Justin Nielson, head of Kagan Research at S&P Global Market Intelligence. Scott Robson, principal analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan. Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James www.spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence

    21 мин.
  4. Must-Have Events vs Hard-to-Find Games: The New Economics of Live Sports

    9 АПР.

    Must-Have Events vs Hard-to-Find Games: The New Economics of Live Sports

    Sports media is entering a period of rapid change: rights costs keep climbing, distribution is splintering, and leagues are rethinking how to reach fans who no longer live in a single bundle. In this "MediaTalk" episode, S&P Global Market Intelligence's Kagan team unpacks the globalization of sports rights, the shift of local games from collapsing regional sports networks to broadcast stations, and the accelerating move to direct-to-consumer streaming that promises reach but tests pricing tolerance. The conversation also flags how 2026-era mega-events and the rapid evolution of sports betting and prediction markets are adding new revenue streams — and new complexity — for media companies trying to balance scale, exclusivity, and profitability. If fragmentation is the new normal, who will win the customer relationship: leagues, platforms, or aggregators? How much more will fans pay before "must-have" sports becomes a subscription breaking point? More S&P Global content: Navigating the Chaos of Sports Media Rights Fragmentation Maximizing Sports Media Rights Value: Benchmarking, Negotiation, & Market Intelligence in 2026 Featured experts: Justin Nielson, principal analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan. Scott Robson, principal analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan. Michael Johnson, research analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James www.spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence

    15 мин.
  5. Masters Traditions & New Platforms: Scoring Golf's Shifting Media Rights

    2 АПР.

    Masters Traditions & New Platforms: Scoring Golf's Shifting Media Rights

    The Masters may be a tradition unlike any other, but its media rights strategy is evolving in a very modern way as more coverage migrates to streaming. Starting in 2026, Augusta National adds Amazon Prime Video as a new domestic partner, giving Prime two exclusive hours of live coverage on Thursday and Friday before ESPN's afternoon coverage begins. CBS remains the weekend broadcast home. This "MediaTalk" episode explores whether the streaming expansion will enhance the Masters' mystique — or dilute the scarcity that makes it so valuable? The conversation turns to PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp's proposed structural overhaul—fewer but bigger events, more presence in major U.S. markets, and even promotion/relegation — framing it as a bid to increase competitive intensity and year-round narrative. If the PGA Tour adopts relegation and fewer "bigger" events, does that strengthen the product — or risk alienating core fans and sponsors?  Also discussed is Versant's evolving sports portfolio, streaming's expanding role across rights packages, LIV's uneven US traction despite wider distribution, and the outlook for TGL/WTGL. More S&P Global content: Navigating the Chaos of Sports Media Rights Fragmentation Maximizing Sports Media Rights Value: Benchmarking, Negotiation, & Market Intelligence in 2026 Featured experts: Scott Robson, principal analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan. Michael Johnson, research analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James www.spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence

    19 мин.
  6. As RSN Models Evolve, Who Wins Baseball's Local Media Rights Battle?

    26 МАР.

    As RSN Models Evolve, Who Wins Baseball's Local Media Rights Battle?

    "MediaTalk" delves into the ins and outs of baseball media rights, distribution disruption, and the business model pressure points shaping MLB's next decade. The episode unpacks how MLB's new ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) challenge system adds a layer of on-field strategy without fully replacing human umpires, reflecting a broader theme: incremental tech adoption with high-stakes outcomes. From there, the conversation pivots to the World Baseball Classic's breakout viewership, underscoring how premium events can generate outsized audience demand and advertiser value. The biggest story, though, is structural: the collapse and restructuring of the regional sports network (RSN) ecosystem and MLB's expanding role in local production and direct-to-consumer distribution. With top franchises still collecting massive local rights fees while others face uncertainty, the episode highlights widening competitive imbalance — fueling concerns that the next labor fight could center on caps, floors, and revenue sharing. Will MLB successfully centralize local streaming by 2028 — or will big-market teams block the model to protect premium RSN economics? Finally, the episode examines why Netflix and NBC want curated MLB inventory and what that signals about sports' role in reducing churn and owning "appointment" windows. As streamers cherry-pick tentpole games, what's the next must-have rights package that will reshape sports media valuations? More S&P Global content: Navigating the Chaos of Sports Media Rights Fragmentation Maximizing Sports Media Rights Value: Benchmarking, Negotiation, & Market Intelligence in 2026 Featured experts: Scott Robson, principal analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan. Michael Johnson, research analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan Credits: Host/Author: Mike Reynolds Producer/Editor: Sarah James www.spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/market-intelligence

    17 мин.

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S&P Global Market Intelligence analysts and reporters take a deep dive into issues facing the evolving media landscape. Tune in for interviews with industry insiders and analysts as well as brief outlooks for the TMT sector. If you are interested in learning more about TMT/SPGMI offerings, please visit https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/campaigns/tmt

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