CZECH PRODUCTIONS DOMINATE TELEVISION, WITH VIEWERS SPENDING ALMOST 60% OF THEIR VIEWING TIME ON THEM

27. 5. 2026 Domestic productions remain the main driver of the television market. Czech and Czechoslovak content accounts for just a third of the programming on offer, yet it accounts for 57 per cent of total viewing figures, according to Atmedia. Czech viewers continue to prefer domestic television productions. Last year, Czech and Czechoslovak content accounted for 57%… Continue reading CZECH PRODUCTIONS DOMINATE TELEVISION, WITH VIEWERS SPENDING ALMOST 60% OF THEIR VIEWING TIME ON THEM

THE FACE OF THE ADVERT IS RADKO GUDAS FROM THE KAUFLAND ADVERTS, AND THE MASCOT IS THE PURINA CAT

26. 5. 2026 The Czech love of ice hockey has, for the first time, had a significant impact on advertising ratings, which have been dominated by actors for the past nine years. The highest-rated personality in advertising was ice hockey player Radko Gudas, whilst last year’s best mascot was Gourmet from the Purina advert. Based on research data… Continue reading THE FACE OF THE ADVERT IS RADKO GUDAS FROM THE KAUFLAND ADVERTS, AND THE MASCOT IS THE PURINA CAT

CZECHS ARE STILL TRYING TO BUILD TRUST IN AI-POWERED ADVERTS. THEY WANT THEM TO BE TRANSPARENT

21. 5. 2026 More than half of Czechs (56%) expect brands to state whether an advert was created using artificial intelligence, according to a survey by the ResSolution Group. According to the ResSolution Group survey, most Czechs have come across an advert created using AI, but only a minority are confident in recognising it, and a significant proportion… Continue reading CZECHS ARE STILL TRYING TO BUILD TRUST IN AI-POWERED ADVERTS. THEY WANT THEM TO BE TRANSPARENT

BRANDZ RANKINGS: GOOGLE OVERTAKES APPLE, AI DRIVES BRAND VALUES TO RECORD LEVELS

14. 5. 2026 The value of the world’s biggest brands has risen significantly this year thanks to the rise of artificial intelligence. Google has become the new number one in the Kantar BrandZ Top 100 global ranking; technology firms have dominated the top spots, and Chinese brands are also gaining significant ground. AI services such as ChatGPT and… Continue reading BRANDZ RANKINGS: GOOGLE OVERTAKES APPLE, AI DRIVES BRAND VALUES TO RECORD LEVELS

ESG ADS ATTRACT LESS ATTENTION, BUT BOOST INTEREST IN THE TOPIC

5. 5. 2026 Although ESG adverts are, on average, less effective at capturing attention than standard campaigns, they can significantly boost interest in the topic being communicated, according to new research by Ipsos. The data also confirms growing consumer scepticism towards sustainability claims and a shift in how people define ‘green’ products. ESG campaigns – that is, advertising… Continue reading ESG ADS ATTRACT LESS ATTENTION, BUT BOOST INTEREST IN THE TOPIC

THE MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS MARKET GREW BY TEN PERCENT LAST YEAR. THIS YEAR, IT IS MORE CAUTIOUS

27. 4. 2026 Growth in the Czech marketing communications market in 2025 was driven not only by media channels but also, to a significant extent, by non-media channels, according to an expert report by the AKA. The Czech advertising and marketing market is regaining momentum following a period of weakness. This is according to the 2025 Advertising Report… Continue reading THE MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS MARKET GREW BY TEN PERCENT LAST YEAR. THIS YEAR, IT IS MORE CAUTIOUS

STUDY HIGHLIGHTS RISE OF DUAL-SCREEN BEHAVIOR DURING TV VIEWING

27. 4. 2026 tvScientific released its “2026 Consumer Trends Report,” positioning television as a full-funnel channel that drives discovery, trust and purchase behavior across a multiscreen environment. The report, based on a survey of more than 600 U.S. consumers across Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Baby Boomers, examined how streaming, device usage and cross-channel engagement are reshaping… Continue reading STUDY HIGHLIGHTS RISE OF DUAL-SCREEN BEHAVIOR DURING TV VIEWING

VAB: PREMIUM STREAMERS OUTPERFORM YOUTUBE IN ADVERTISING EFFECTIVENESS

21. 4. 2026 The Video Advertising Bureau said premium CTV platforms outperform YouTube in co-viewing, attention and session length, citing a year-long study of 22 services. Premium video delivered 33 percent higher co-viewing and sessions averaging 1 hour and 18 minutes, 49 percent longer than YouTube. The report argues premium CTV impressions generate stronger presence, sustained attention and… Continue reading VAB: PREMIUM STREAMERS OUTPERFORM YOUTUBE IN ADVERTISING EFFECTIVENESS

ADVANCED TV STUDY 2026: CONNECTED TV BECOMES PRIMARY VIEWING ENVIRONMENT

21. 4. 2026 Connected TV (CTV) usage continues to diversify across households in Germany and Austria, strengthening its value for advertisers through more targeted and attentive audiences, according to the Advanced TV Study 2026 by Azerion Austria and Goldvertise Media. Based on a survey of 2,500 respondents aged 16-69 conducted in January 2026, the study shows that CTV is now… Continue reading ADVANCED TV STUDY 2026: CONNECTED TV BECOMES PRIMARY VIEWING ENVIRONMENT

MORE THAN 40 PER CENT OF CZECHS PAY FOR SUBSCRIPTIONS THEY DON’T USE

20. 4. 2026 According to new data,subscriptions todigital and other services are among the expenses that Czechs often lose track of. Most people pay for several services at the same time, but some of them do not use them regularly, or at all. Accordingto new data,subscriptions to digital and other services represent a significant item in Czech household… Continue reading MORE THAN 40 PER CENT OF CZECHS PAY FOR SUBSCRIPTIONS THEY DON’T USE

TWO-THIRDS OF CZECHS SUBSCRIBE TO PAY-TV, PAYING AN AVERAGE OF 460 CZK

16. 4. 2026 Czechs continue to spend more on pay-TV. IPTV is gaining ground, particularly among younger viewers and in large cities, according to the Atmedia index. Pay-TV services in the Czech Republic continue to become more expensive, yet their usage continues to grow. In the second half of 2025, the average monthly spend on satellite, cable or… Continue reading TWO-THIRDS OF CZECHS SUBSCRIBE TO PAY-TV, PAYING AN AVERAGE OF 460 CZK

GEN ALPHA DRIVES SHIFT TOWARD AI-POWERED ENTERTAINMENT DISCOVERY

8. 4. 2026 Gracenote has released a new report examining how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way audiences search for and discover entertainment content, with younger viewers leading the adoption of chatbot-driven tools. The report, titled “TV Search and Discovery in the AI Era,” found that 66% of respondents reported increased chatbot use over the past 12 to… Continue reading GEN ALPHA DRIVES SHIFT TOWARD AI-POWERED ENTERTAINMENT DISCOVERY

STUDY: EUROPE REMAINS LOYAL TO TELEVISION, WITH VIDEO VIEWING DOMINATED BY THE BIG SCREEN IN THE LIVING ROOM

30. 3. 2026 RTL AdAlliance has published the fifth edition of its annual Living Room Study, which this year covers an even broader audience, thanks to newly added markets such as China and Hungary. The study clearly shows that television continues to play a key role in Europe even in the age of streaming services — it remains… Continue reading STUDY: EUROPE REMAINS LOYAL TO TELEVISION, WITH VIDEO VIEWING DOMINATED BY THE BIG SCREEN IN THE LIVING ROOM

CZECHS AND ADVERTISING – A LONG-TERM STUDY OF THE CZECH PUBLIC’S ATTITUDES TOWARDS ADVERTISING

27. 3. 2026 The findings of the “Czechs and Advertising 2026” survey were presented at a gathering of nearly 50 experts on 26 February 2026 at Scéna 5, the ČMS headquarters on Novotného lávka, Prague 1 – Old Town. The event was opened by Tomáš David, Vice-President of ČMS. The research findings were presented by the distinguished Czech… Continue reading CZECHS AND ADVERTISING – A LONG-TERM STUDY OF THE CZECH PUBLIC’S ATTITUDES TOWARDS ADVERTISING

AGAINST ALL ODDS: LINEAR TV’S SURPRISING RESILIENCE

26. 3. 2026 For years, we’ve been told that linear television is declining. Streaming services would render traditional broadcasting obsolete, the story went, as viewers abandoned scheduled programming for the freedom of on demand content. Yet globally, millions of people are still tuning in to broadcast live TV, and in impressive numbers. Despite the decline in overall viewing… Continue reading AGAINST ALL ODDS: LINEAR TV’S SURPRISING RESILIENCE

THIS EASTER, CZECHS PLAN TO SPEND MORE THAN THEY HAVE IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS. TRADITIONS REMAIN, BUT THE TRADITIONAL ‘POMLÁZKA’ RITUAL IS ON THE DECLINE

26. 3. 2026 Easter traditions are still going strong, but new ones inspired by other countries are gradually being added to the mix, including the traditional Easter whip, which is being replaced by Easter egg hunts. As a relaxed holiday, Easter is also reflected in people’s shopping plans. The average amount Czechs plan to spend this year has… Continue reading THIS EASTER, CZECHS PLAN TO SPEND MORE THAN THEY HAVE IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS. TRADITIONS REMAIN, BUT THE TRADITIONAL ‘POMLÁZKA’ RITUAL IS ON THE DECLINE

STUDY USA: STREAMERS STRUGGLE TO DIFFERENTIATE THEMSELVES WITH ORIGINAL PROGRAMMING

24. 3. 2026 YouTube is gaining ground with audiences as a `TV network’ rather than simply being a creator platform, according to Hub As streaming services struggle to gain market share in a consolidating industry and continue to face high levels of subscribers churning in and out of their services, a new survey from Hub Entertainment Research indicates… Continue reading STUDY USA: STREAMERS STRUGGLE TO DIFFERENTIATE THEMSELVES WITH ORIGINAL PROGRAMMING

STUDY USA: YOUNGER CONSUMERS MORE WILLING TO LET AI CONTROL SUBSCRIPTIONS

23. 3. 2026 A new report from Bango found that younger consumers are significantly more willing than the general population to let artificial intelligence manage their subscriptions, signaling a shift in how digital services may be accessed and bundled. The study reported that 40% of Gen Z respondents in the United States would allow AI to automatically subscribe,… Continue reading STUDY USA: YOUNGER CONSUMERS MORE WILLING TO LET AI CONTROL SUBSCRIPTIONS