The Global
Industry Update

The media landscape is in constant change, with new challenges arising rapidly.
With over 200 streaming platforms worldwide, consumer fatigue and high churn rates (~40%) are squeezing profitability while rising prices and fragmented content are undermining subscriber loyalty, and pushing platforms toward bundling and hybrid models. At the same time, Hollywood production levels are down ~20%, with sound‑stage occupancy at levels not seen since 2018.

In addition, corporate splits & stalled projects are delaying major studio and infrastructure investments and reflect strategic uncertainty. And don’t forget: accelerating AI adoption from post‑production to scripting is enhancing efficiency but threatens creative integrity and also raises legal/ethical questions.

In this panel, Jörg Bachmaier, CEO of Studio Babelsberg, brings his deep experience in global studio growth and virtual production innovation. Mark Harrison, founder of the Digital Production Partnership, offers insights from global business transformation across the media supply chain in TV and streaming.