Discussions in the media and entertainment sector have recently turned to blockchain, with the technology riding on the coattails of the metaverse and regarded as a key enabler. We consider the current position of blockchain in media and entertainment and how it is set to evolve.

In this report we identify the top 10 trends in TV and media to watch out for in the future. This includes trends across OTT streaming, linear TV, emerging 5G use cases, VR and gaming.

Extended reality (XR) - encompassing AR, VR and MR - has been entertaining gamers for a while now. But in the wider media and entertainment space, its application has so far been limited. This is slowly changing thanks to advancements in XR technology, an improving app ecosystem, more content and external factors such as the rollout of 5G networks. We look at the future of XR in the media and entertainment space and the implications for ecosystem players in this developing landscape.

The pandemic has accelerated the shift to digital as enterprises have adjusted to a new normal to ensure business continuity. This has resulted in changes to supply chains and business models. In this report we examine the implications of the newfound demand for security services. We also reveal what operators market as their primary 5G value proposition and consider operators' role in private networks in terms of their product offerings and strategies. Additionally, we consider why all eyes are on IT and cloud vendors.

Britbox, the streaming service backed by most UK public service broadcasters (PSBs), has launched in beta. We consider how pricing, exclusivity issues and a lack of original content, among other factors, are hindering the chances of success for Britbox and examine how the service could impact media industry participants more broadly, ahead of its full launch.

There were a number of key media and entertainment learnings from the recent IBC 2019 in Amsterdam. We consider three of the most important takeaways from the event: we examine the importance of owning the customer relationship, identify how customers can be retained through a broad variety of content offerings, and explore how the traditional set-top box experience is being overhauled.

GSMA Intelligence outlines five areas of focus to be considered in developing a successful consumer genAI strategy.

This dashboard, based on our August 2024 consumer survey, provides all the relevant data related to generative AI user behaviour in a consistent and structured way.

AI was everywhere at IFA 2024, dominating company showcases of consumer devices and appliances. The show also saw notable developments across sustainability, smart homes, smartphones, wearables and gaming. IFA also served as a reminder of the challenges in the AI era, including consumer concerns around data privacy and the issue of security.

Against the current backdrop of growing interest and activity in generative AI, getting relevant insights is crucial to formulate strategies and plans. This dashboard comprises two main areas: the first part of the dashboard provides all the relevant data related to consumer behaviour for generative AI, and the second part focuses on operators.

The preview release of OpenAI's ChatGPT in late 2022 marked a significant milestone, with so many people interacting with a generative AI model in a meaningful way. Though it currently lacks maturity, generative AI will eventually become an integral part of our daily work.

In this report we analyse AI developments in the digital media and entertainment sector, specifically in the areas of video, gaming and the metaverse. We also discuss the implications of AI's application for various industry players.

The recent announcement that the government in Malaysia has granted a second nationwide 5G licence removes what was in effect an infrastructure monopoly and paves the way for a dual-network model. This report highlights how the move to a 5G dual-network model is the right one for customer choice, long-term financial sustainability and Malaysia's competitiveness as a tech and services economy.

Mobile connectivity across Asia Pacific has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past 10 years, with significant improvements in download/upload speeds and latency. Using both qualitative and quantitative methods, this study explores how quality-of-service (QoS) regulations are evolving in the region.

Updated in December 2024, this report presents the latest forecasts and views on the evolution of the IoT market, and the key changes between the new and previous forecasts. The global IoT market will continue to show solid growth with connections reaching 38.7 billion by 2030.

Operator interest in GSMA Open Gateway has continued in H2 2024. The API library has also expanded to grow the range of options for developers, vendors, hyperscalers and other aggregators. This latest research looks at the state of the market, recent developments, and examples of APIs in action.

This report explains the connectivity needs of EV chargers, identifies the current trends in European markets and the US, and explores the options for telecoms operators and IoT MVNOs to make the most of the opportunity through to 2030.

Operator strategies continue to evolve in the digital era as the telecoms industry seeks to capture new growth opportunities in the consumer and enterprise markets. Assessing innovation and achievements is more important than ever before. GSMA Intelligence's operator case studies provide a concise and consistent way to shine a light on and analyse operators' strategies and business models, as well as how they are launching new services. In this edition, we highlight how Telenor is building on experience in automotive IoT to capture new opportunities.