AMPERE: UK AND US CONSUMERS BUILD INCREASINGLY DIVERSE MEDIA DIETS

3. 8. 2026 | 2 min read Consumers in the UK and United States now spend almost 11 hours a day engaging with media, according to new research from Ampere Analysis, which says audiences are increasingly choosing different platforms depending on their mood and purpose rather than relying on a single source of entertainment.

STUDY: YOUNGER VIEWERS MORE DISTRACTED BUT MORE RECEPTIVE TO ADS

22. 6. 2026 | 5 min read A new study finds the long-term rise in ad acceptance continues, with ad intolerance falling to a record low across all age groups, and that viewers are supportive of AI tools if they are used to improve discoverability and the viewing experience.

SHORT-FORM VIDEO IS DRIVING VIEWERS TO WATCH FULL TV SHOWS, RESEARCH FINDS

16. 3. 2026 | 4 min read Short-form video content on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts is increasingly functioning as a discovery mechanism for longer-form television and film, according to new research published by online research data and analytics technology group YouGov.

COMCAST ADVERTISING SURVEY FINDS AI USE HIGH, TRUST LOW AMONG ADVERTISERS

24. 1. 2026 | 3 min read A majority of advertising professionals say artificial intelligence is reshaping TV advertising, but many have yet to see measurable results, according to new research released Jan. 22 by Comcast Advertising.

STUDY USA: BROADCAST REMAINS THE MOST POWERFUL PLATFORM FOR REACHING NFL AUDIENCES

15. 1. 2026 | 2 min read While Prime Video recently set a streaming record, broadcast still delivers the largest NFL audiences, TVB reports

NEW STUDY FINDS 38% OF RESPONDENTS VIEW TV WITH SPEAKER SOUND OFF

14. 11. 2025 | 4 min read TVB, the not-for-profit trade association representing America’s local broadcast television industry, has released findings from its 2025 Video Media Devices and Usage Study, a 5,000+ respondent survey conducted by GfK/NIQ. The study attempts to better understand media device usage as it relates to video content, with the hope that its findings will help inform and improve the measurement of TV audiences.

NEW DATA: STREAMING SERVICE USERS ARE WASTING MORE TIME LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO WATCH

5. 11. 2025 | 3 min read U.S. consumers now spend 12 minutes trying to find programming, up from 10.5 minutes in 2023, as many report being `overwhelmed’ by streaming media.

GEN Z GO STRAIGHT TO STREAMING SERVICES

16. 9. 2025 | 2 min read Over half of British Gen Z start watching TV on streaming platforms such as Netflix or Amazon Prime over browsing regular broadcast channels, according to new research from Boston Consulting Group.

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.

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.

AMERICANS’ FAVORITE PASTIME IS WATCHING TV

26. 6. 2025 | 2 min read Optimum report finds 90% multitask while watching. A national survey of U.S. consumers shows 66% of us watch TV “all or most of the time” and also multitask while doing it.

STUDY UK: YOUTUBE VIEWERSHIP PERCEIVED AS ‘BIGGER THAN IT IS’ IN UK

11. 3. 2025 | 4 min read YouTube accounts for 7% of TV set viewing in the UK, according to Barb data presented at last week’s Thinkbox event, Trends in TV 2025.

SMART TV VIEWING TIME SOARS BY OVER A QUARTER IN THE US AND EUROPE

24. 2. 2025 | 2 min read Smart TVs have emerged as the main viewing device for US internet users, but in Europe broadcast TV still reigns, according to new research by Ampere Analysis.

ATMEDIA: 86% OF CZECHS TURN ON THE TV AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK

17. 2. 2025 | 3 min read Television remains the key medium with the greatest reach, having retained a firm place in the lives of Czechs even in 2024. According to the latest data from the Atmedia trade body, it was watched for an average of 3 hours and 36 minutes a day.

NMS: 70% OF CZECH HOUSEHOLDS ALREADY WATCH VIDEO CONTENT OVER THE INTERNET

26. 11. 2024 | 3 min read Internet has become the dominant source for watching video content and television. It is already significantly ahead not only of cable, but also of terrestrial viewing. The habits of the younger generation show that the trend of online television will grow stronger, according to research from NMS Market Research.

TELEVISION CELEBRATES ITS DAY: EVEN IN 2024, IT REMAINS A RELIABLE COMPANION AND GUIDE IN MODERN LIFE

21. 11. 2024 | 13 min read Every year on 21 November, we celebrate World Television Day, which highlights the irreplaceable role of this medium in our lives. While streaming platforms are changing the ways we consume content, traditional television still holds a crucial position. It delivers current information, supports education, preserves cultural heritage, offers moments of entertainment and shared emotions, and serves as a significant marketing platform. How does television continue to shape our society today, and why is it important to remember its significance? TV informs As more primarily fictional content moves to streaming platforms, the significance of news channels and programmes as the dominant content for traditional continuous television broadcasting grows. Television remains one of the main sources of information for the general public, with millions of people worldwide turning to news channels to stay informed about events both at home and globally. Thanks to globalisation and technological advancements, it is now possible to watch events in real time, even on the other side of the world. The news and informational function of television becomes increasingly important, especially during crises and exceptional events, when access to verified information is crucial.

HOW DIFFERENT GENERATIONS WATCH TV

19. 10. 2024 | 5 min read Imagine a Millennial flipping through cable channels, a Gen Xer catching the game live on YouTube TV, and a Baby Boomer binge-watching Netflix. Today, media viewing habits might not be exactly what you'd expect.

TV VIEWING AND ITS ROLE COMPARED TO OTHER TOUCHPOINTS

17. 10. 2024 | 5 min read Gigabytes of articles have already been written about the current viewership of classic television. But it doesn’t hurt to look at what is behind the claims of people who indicate in surveys that they watch TV. In a previous article, we examined what “watching TV” means. Only with a clear definition of “watching TV” can we assess the role of classic TV as a touchpoint. TV viewing surveys The question of how often people watch television has been the subject of dozens of studies. The results of these studies are used, among other things, for media planning. Although everyone might seem to know what watching TV means, clarifying the concept and asking viewers about their understanding appears to be a good idea. This is what the GroupM project Media Bubbles is doing. It examines the differences in media habits between the general Czech online population (which includes about 92% of the total population) and people from media and advertising agencies. In addition, the latest survey took a closer look at young consumers under 25. What does it mean to watch TV? Let’s briefly summarise what people mean when they say they watch TV. For 80% of the Czech online population, watching TV is equivalent to watching a live broadcast in real time. Among young people under 25, 72% have the same understanding. However, watching TV includes watching pay VOD services for almost half of the population. A quarter of the population (and 31% of the young under 25) even include YouTube in watching TV. Watching TV – what does that mean?