StreamTV Show 2025

TVREV takes you behind the scenes to learn what’s really going on in the CTV and FAST space. What are the trends to watch? Which ones should you ignore? Who is setting the pace and who is just faking it? Hear from top industry pros who’ll cue you up to smash the rest of the conference. 

10:30-10:45  OPENING KEYNOTE: The State of Streamonomics
TVREV’s Alan Wolk presents “The State of Streamonomics”, an overview of where the industry is today and the challenges and opportunities in an industry where everything from advertising to distribution to the very operating systems the programming runs on seems to be in a constant state of flux.

10:45-11:20  PANEL: The State of FASTs
As ad-supported streaming cements itself in the ecosystem, challenges around monetization, transparency, and user experience are piling up. Are high ad loads pushing viewers away? Can AI actually improve fill rates and targeting? And who’s really making money here—aggregators or content owners? This panel breaks down the evolving FAST landscape, from regional CPM trends and revenue splits to the battle for control over data.

11:20 - 11:35 FIRESIDE: Winning at FAST: Strategies for Success 
Launching a FAST channel is one thing—making it profitable is another. With competition heating up and monetization challenges growing, how do you build a sustainable strategy? Hear key insights on what works, what doesn’t, and how to navigate the shifting FAST landscape.

11:35 - 12:10 PANEL: The Future of Local TV
As digital players ramp up local ad sales and create their own regional content, traditional broadcasters are at a crossroads: adapt or risk irrelevance. Is news their lifeline, and how do they measure its impact? With RSNs crumbling, could local TV reclaim its role as the home for live sports? This panel unpacks the shifting economics, ad opportunities, and innovations shaping the next chapter of local TV.

12:10 - 12:25 FIRESIDE: TV OS Wars: The Battle for the Living Room
With TV operating systems now central to everything from content discovery to ad revenue, the fight for control is fiercer than ever. What does it mean for streamers, advertisers, and device makers? This session breaks down the power struggle shaping the future of CTV.

12:25 - 13:00 PANEL: The Contextual Revolution: How AI is Rewriting the Rules of CTV Advertising
Advertisers are discovering how contextual targeting can solve a world of hurt around everything from relevance to transparency and measurement. And it’s not just about genre—contextual covers everything from emotions to actors to mood and music. We’ll look at how it’s revolutionizing streaming advertising while enabling AI-powered shoppable ads and content.

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Kick off the show with a dynamic "Walking Lunch" from 1:00–2:00 PM, where you can grab small plates, connect with industry innovators, and network with top content distributors—all while exploring the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of streaming. 

This roundtable brings together leading execs from streaming operating systems to discuss the rapid evolution of consumer streaming behavior, advertising monetization models, and content strategies. The panel will discuss the following topics:   

• Consumer Streaming Behavior & Engagement: How are CTV OS’ leveraging user data and engagement metrics to personalize content, enhance discoverability of their partners, and improve the viewing experience?  
• Advertising Growth & Monetization: What innovations and partnerships are still needed to accelerate advertising on CTV?  What is being done to solve for buying complexity and measurement? 
• Content Strategy and Programming: As FAST models mature, how important are exclusive channels and exclusive deals? What are CTV OS’ doing to bring more creator content on their platforms from YouTube and social media and what do viewer metrics look like in that sector? 
• Future Alliances: From GenAI platforms to communications service providers and retailers, what partnerships can we expect to see from CTV OS’ in the coming years? 

This session will bring together top industry executives and experts to discuss the latest strategies in content distribution, with a focus on high-value deals and strategic partnerships. Panelists will explore the challenges and opportunities in negotiating content licensing, distribution rights, cross-platform partnerships, and monetization strategies in today’s rapidly changing media landscape. 

• What are the most impactful trends in content licensing (e.g., content bundling, IP partnerships)? 
• What makes a partnership successful in today’s content distribution landscape? And what types of partnerships prove most effective in growing a content catalog and attracting new subscribers?  
• How to you use audience data and viewer analytics to structure partnerships that maximize both viewership and monetization? Are data-driven deals the future of content distribution? 
• How are media organizations with D2C platforms deciding what to license and what to keep?  

Join top industry leaders and experts in all things FAST for a dynamic discussion on the state of FAST as it evolves in a competitive and fragmented streaming landscape. This session will explore how platforms are driving innovation, balancing monetization with user experience, and harnessing the power of AI for smarter ad strategies. Panelists will dive into key topics, including: 

• Monetization in FAST- How are FAST platforms balancing monetization through advertising while maintaining a quality viewing experience? Are there new revenue models emerging for FAST, including subscription overlays? 
• Audience Engagement in a Fragmented Market- In the age of increasing content fragmentation, how are FAST platforms building loyal audiences and encouraging consistent engagement? How are data-driven insights being used to refine content and ad strategies?  
• AI and the Future of FAST – What role is AI playing in automating and optimizing ad insertion to tailor experiences for different user segments? How are platforms leveraging AI to analyze trends and viewer behavior to improve ad placement and creative strategies? 

StreamTV Awards 8:30-9:00pm