SKYLINK ADDS NOVA SPORT 6 FROM TUESDAY, COMPLETING ITS OFFER

11. 8. 2025 | 1 min read Nova Sport 6 will be available on satellite and internet television as part of the Kombi+ package and higher.

SUMMER-FLAVOURED TV ADS: THE MOST ROMANTIC HOLIDAYS, THE WILDEST FUN. TRAVEL AGENCIES AND AIRLINES COMPETE FOR CUSTOMERS WITH TV AD SPOTS

8. 8. 2025 | 10 min read At the end of spring, when memories of winter holidays in the mountains have melted away like snowflakes in the sun, the days after months of hard work seem to blend into one another, and our energy is dwindling alarmingly, the idea of a holiday becomes a light at the end of the tunnel. Summer is much more than just a season – it is a state of mind when we crave more intense experiences, want to try new things, and long to travel and discover. At first glance, it might seem that travel agencies, airlines and tourist organisations have us – potential customers, craving tropical destinations and unusual experiences – in the palm of their hand. But it's not that simple. Standing out from the crowd of competitors is often a challenge even for marketing masters.

CZECH MEDIA ASSOCIATIONS AND PUBLIC SERVICE MEDIA HAVE PREPARED A SELF-REGULATION DECALOGUE

8. 8. 2025 | 2 min read On the occasion of the entry into force of the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA), Czech media associations and public service media presented a self-regulation decalogue reflecting the requirements of this European regulation. In the coming months, they will focus on adopting a memorandum to address the implementation processes of this decalogue.

VOGUE SPARKS DEBATE ON THE ETHICS OF USING AI IN ADVERTISING

8. 8. 2025 | 4 min read The rise of so-called artificial intelligence is also visibly transforming the shape of advertisements. Including those that appear in the imaginary fashion bible.

HUMOR AND MUSIC ARE THE WAY TO GET GEN Z’S ATTENTION

8. 8. 2025 | 1 min read Almost half (49%) of US Gen Zers are much more likely to pay attention to ads that make them laugh or use music they like, per a June report from Edison Research and SiriusXM Media.

ALMOST AN ANIMAL INSTINCT. WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE WHEN ANIMALS SEEM BETTER OFF THAN HUMANS IN A TV AD?

8. 8. 2025 | 11 min read Singing cats, touching dog stories, or cute little monsters hiding under the couch — pets are simply a staple of television advertising. Adverts featuring them can build strong narratives, evoke emotions, and subtly foster a connection to the brand. In an era when marketing often relies solely on data and performance, they remind us of the power of authenticity, emotion, and imaginative storytelling. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most successful TV ads that prove the connection between brands and the animal world can be both charming to watch and surprisingly effective.

PRIMA KRIMI SK, JOJ SVĚT AND OTHER ONEPLAY SPORT CHANNELS HAVE TV LICENSES

7. 8. 2025 | 2 min read Prima Krimi SK can begin broadcasting on the Slovak market, and Czech viewers can look forward to the documentary channel Joj Svět. Two other new MD channels, Oneplay Sport, also have licenses.

STUDY USA: LINEAR’S AD-SUPPORTED ADULT VIEWING SHARE STILL NEAR 70%

7. 8. 2025 | 2 min read Traditional TV content viewing of long-form programming (half-hour and hour-long TV shows) still commands major attention among adults age 18 and up comprising 67.4% share for June for ad-supported linear TV networks, according to the TVB.

PRIMA AIMS TO ATTRACT COMPETITORS’ VIEWERS WITH ITS AUTUMN PROGRAMMING

7. 8. 2025 | 17 min read With this autumn’s programming lineup, Prima aims to move toward more aspirational content. “We want to surprise viewers to some extent while still delivering what they expect from us,” says Prima CEO Marek Singer.

CZECH TELEVISION DEFENDS ITS LEAD IN JULY, NOVA CONTINUES TO SHOW THE HIGHEST GROWTH

6. 8. 2025 | 3 min read The first month of summer vacation saw Czech Television take the lead in television ratings among the broader audience group aged 15 and older. However, commercial broadcasters strengthened their position year-on-year, especially the Nova group.

NETMONITOR: BLACKOUT IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC INCREASED VISITS TO NEWS SITES

6. 8. 2025 | 2 min read On July 4, around noon, approximately one million households were left without electricity, Prague's public transport system came to a standstill, and several industrial plants were forced to suspend production. The massive power outage, which affected the capital and several other regions of the Czech Republic, significantly impacted traffic to websites in the News category. An increase of 800,000 People watched the news online with surprise and concern, mainly on their mobile phones, and so a large increase in traffic on this platform was observed throughout the day. On July 4, nearly 3.3 million users visited news websites from their mobile phones, which is about 800,000 more than the average traffic to news websites from mobile phones during the other days of July.

OPTIMISING REACH TO THE WELTHIEST CZECHS AGED 45–64

5. 8. 2025 | 4 min read Part of the WPP Media project called Češi 45+ (Czechs aged 45–64), which aims to focus greater attention on the richest Czech age group, naturally includes the topic of the media behaviour of these Czechs. Given the thematic focus of this page, today we will primarily concentrate on the role of television.

ONEPLAY REMOVES CANAL+ ACTION, ADDS RETRO MUSIC TV

5. 8. 2025 | 2 min read Oneplay has made a change to its TV channel lineup, removing Canal+ Action and adding Retro Music TV. At the same time, Slovak news channel TA3 has been switched to high definition.

SIR JOHN HEGARTY FOR GTVG ON THE POWER OF CREATIVITY

4. 8. 2025 | 7 min read Few figures have shaped modern advertising as profoundly as Sir John Hegarty. From co-founding Bartle Bogle Hegarty to producing some of the most iconic TV ads of the last half-century, his work has consistently championed the power of creativity to move people and markets. As brands today navigate an increasingly data-driven landscape, Sir John remains a powerful advocate for the human truths and emotional insights that lie at the heart of great advertising. We asked him to share his thoughts on creativity, the enduring role of television, and how the industry must evolve without losing its soul.

WARC CONSUMER TRENDS 2025: FIVE SHIFTS SHAPING CONSUMER SPENDING

4. 8. 2025 | 2 min read A growing cost-of-living gap, consumers’ proactive approach to health, and the emergence of alternative social activities are among the biggest trends influencing consumer spending this year, according to WARC’s 2025 Consumer Trends Report. What the trends tell us In uncertain times we crave control.

STUDY USA: CONSUMERS DISTRUST INFLUENCER MARKETING MORE THAN ADVERTISING

4. 8. 2025 | 3 min read A new report from the National Advertising Division reveals the trust gap.

CNN PRIMA NEWS TO LAUNCH MAIN PHASE OF PRE-ELECTION BROADCASTING IN SEPTEMBER

4. 8. 2025 | 5 min read CNN Prima News is preparing extensive pre-election broadcasting. It will offer debates, specials, and space for lesser-known candidates.

REACH, BRANDING AND TRUST: THE REASON WHY MORE AND MORE BRANDS THAT ORIGINALLY PREFERRED SOCIAL NETWORKS ARE ADVERTISING ON TV

3. 8. 2025 | 4 min read More and more brands that have been primarily in the digital world are now advertising on TV. In doing so, they are not only reaching new target groups, but also investing in brand building, which is a real driver of growth. These include Kapten & Son, Duolingo and Snocks.