Corporate America is pausing its financial support for the 147 GOP lawmakers who challenged Biden's victory. Here are all the S&P 500 companies who gave them money — and then stopped.
S&P 500 companies gave $23 million to Republicans who voted to overturn Electoral College results. See how much they gave and who's reversing course.
THE ESPORTS ECOSYSTEM: The key players and trends driving the red-hot, fast-growing esports space that's on track to surpass $1.5 billion by 2023
Business Insider Intelligence provides a comprehensive breakdown of the key players involved in the fast-growing esports space.
Trump-ally media outlet OAN quietly deleted articles about Dominion despite publicly doubling down on election conspiracy theories
One America News Network hasn't issued a retraction notice after taking down articles about Dominion, Sidney Powell, Rudy Giuliani, and others.
AI IN CONTENT MARKETING: How leading marketers are taking advantage of AI to accelerate content generation, better understand content performance, and refine content promotion
This report examines the current and potential role AI-based tools can play in enhancing an organization's content marketing efforts.
President Biden's stimulus plan faces its first test
Business Insider's top advertising and media stories for January 21.
Instagram's lead exec is 'not yet happy' with Reels, but creators are warming to it as a way to kick-start audience growth
In a recent episode of The Verge's "Decoder" podcast, Adam Mosseri discussed Reels and Instagram's direction for monetization.
Netflix's CEO says it has to catch up with Disney+ on animated family hits like 'Soul'
Disney is quickly closing the subscriber gap, and Netflix executives are taking notice. Still, they say hits like "Bridgerton" give them an edge.
Advertisements have emerged on Substack's 'ad-free' newsletter platform as writers look for more ways to earn. These 3 startups are trying to turn the trend into a business.
Swapstack, Upstart.me, and Letterwell see a future in pairing micro-newsletters with budget-savvy brands, but the strategy could prove precarious.
The 10 biggest Netflix original movies of all time
Recent Netflix originals "The Midnight Sky" and "Holidate" have entered the top 10 of Netflix's most popular movies of all time.
How to get noticed by Netflix job recruiters who can help you get hired, according to company insiders
Netflix insiders, including its top hiring exec, suggested crafting your online persona, connecting with employees, and attending industry events.
A mobile ad firm that raised funding from Rakuten and others faced allegations of unpaid bills — now it's quietly shut down
Clients of Pocketmath said the firm had been behind in payments for months.
Washington Post insiders are speculating over who might replace its revered editor Marty Baron and how the paper will adapt to the post-Trump era
The Post faces its biggest moment of transition since Jeff Bezos bought the paper as Trump leaves office and Baron eyes retirement.
Instagram influencers say Reels has been a secret weapon to reignite audience growth after a period of stagnation
With the rise of short-form video, creators are seeing a boom in growth on Instagram as the platform continues to push Reels, its TikTok copycat.
Fox News has reportedly laid off at least 16 staffers. They include political editor Chris Stirewalt, who defended the network's Arizona election call that angered Trump.
Fox said the layoffs were a restructuring, but insiders told The Daily Beast they were designed to shift Fox toward more right-wing opinion content.
Salaries at The New Yorker magazine reveal major pay disparities, with women of color making significantly less than their coworkers across the board
The study also identified a "loyalty penalty" where salaries plateaued over time. Proofreaders with 20 years' experience typically made just $57,000.
THE AVOD ECOSYSTEM: As cord-cutting shifts the revenue model of media companies, the ad-supported streaming space is poised to take off — here are the key players brands need to know, and how to work with them
This report examines the expanding range of ad-supported OTT services in the US, including both free and paid services; and how both consumers and advertisers are approaching them as contenders for their time and money.
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Amazon's ad revenue in 2020 is set to grow 23.5% despite the pandemic
Amazon will increase its U.S. ad revenue to $13 billion this year, growing 23.5% when compared to 2019.
Advertisers face a fraught start to the year
Advertisers are in the hot seat, the rise of Newsmax's Greg Kelly, and creators are warming to Instagram Reels.
Netflix added 8.5 million paid subscribers in Q4, surpassing 200 million for the first time despite slowed growth following a massive pandemic-driven spike
Netflix said Tuesday it added 8.5 million paid subscribers in Q4, compared to estimates of 6.03 million, as the streaming market heats up.
TikTok is the top app for making young people aware of your brand, according to a survey of 52 ad buyers who control $14.7 billion in spend
TikTok is the top branding platform to reach young people between the ages of 13 and 34 years old, according to a new report by investment firm Cowen.
Meet 6 key former WarnerMedia execs who are on the job market and could make big moves in 2021
Insider identified six respected former WarnerMedia execs on the market who are adept at navigating the shifting media landscape.
Netflix's 'Lupin' is one of its biggest hits of all time. Here's how it stacks up against the streamer's other top original TV shows.
"Lupin" is Netflix's second biggest original TV series ever, behind season one of the hit fantasy series, "The Witcher."
Meet the 15 richest people in Africa, who have a collective net worth of over $76 billion
The richest people in Africa trace their fortunes to resources such as diamonds and oil, but several have significant interests in telecoms and media.
Netflix usage continued to climb internationally during Q4, exclusive web-tracking data suggests. But North American usage dipped.
SimilarWeb data suggested that Netflix usage climbed internationally during the fourth quarter of 2020, particularly during the month of December.
The public relations industry is going through big changes — here's the latest on pay, hiring, and hot growth areas
Everything to know about the hot practice areas in PR, how to get hired, and what firms pay.
Get a sneak peek into the most trusted social media platforms of 2020
Get a peek into our Digital Trust Rankings by downloading a FREE preview of our 2020 Digital Trust Enterprise Edge Report!
Inside Amazon's advertising business, which is $13 billion and growing fast
Amazon is betting big on advertising, sending ripples through the advertising industry.
The Podcast Audience Report
In The Podcast Audience Report, Insider Intelligence breaks down the demographics of US podcast listeners.
Mobile ad tech firm Pocketmath shuts down
Business Insider's top advertising and media stories for January 19.
Connected TV Trends 2020 Roundup
Advertiser investment in connected TV is ramping up quickly as more inventory becomes available, with YouTube, Hulu and Roku dominating the landscape.
Fox News required its settlement with the family of killed DNC staffer Seth Rich remain undisclosed until after the 2020 election
Seth Rich's 2016 murder in Washington, DC, spawned numerous right-wing conspiracy theories and a lawsuit against Fox News from his parents.
These are 10 of the most impactful slides from Netflix's groundbreaking culture deck
BI Prime offers a look at 10 of the most impactful slides from the Netflix culture deck that break down its management and cultural philosophy.
The Brand Investment in Esports Report
Business Insider Intelligence details the explosive growth of Sports, and breaks down the different channels brands can take to reach esports fans.
Some of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters are at risk of being delayed if the vaccine rollout doesn't pick up
Movies like "Cinderella," starring Camila Cabello, and "Chaos Walking," with Tom Holland and Daisy Ridley, are likely to see delays or a VOD debut.
Shareholders call on big advertisers Omnicom and Home Depot to investigate whether Facebook, Google, and Twitter's ads fuel violence and hate speech
Nonprofit Open Mic is asking that the companies investigate the tech platforms' advertising policies.
Trump administration staffers are getting snubbed while hunting for jobs
Former White House staff can usually walk into top jobs after years of dealing with some of the toughest crises in government. Not this time.
The Browser is one of the most successful curation newsletters in the world. They share 5 important lessons on their growth and success.
The newsletter started out with a free model before switching to a paid one, where it became one of Substack's most successful publications.
THE ESPORTS ECOSYSTEM: The key players and trends driving the red-hot, fast-growing esports space that's on track to surpass $1.5 billion by 2023
Business Insider Intelligence provides a comprehensive breakdown of the key players involved in the fast-growing esports space.
The top 9 shows on Netflix this week, from 'Lupin' to 'Bridgerton'
Netflix's new French series "Lupin" has entered the streaming giant's popularity rankings, but couldn't beat "Cobra Kai" or "Bridgerton."
29 execs with the most power at advertising giant Publicis
The owner of agencies Leo Burnett, MSL, and Epsilon has recently outperformed bigger rivals WPP and Omnicom thanks to new business wins.
James Murdoch, son of Fox News mogul Rupert Murdoch, said news outlets that promoted 'lies' are to blame for US Capitol riot
James Murdoch, who broke with the family empire last year, said, without naming Fox News, that certain news outlets had "unleashed insidious forces."
A 22-year-old Twitch streamer who earns over $200,000 a year shares how she got her start and the biggest misconceptions about making it big in streaming
Kailey "Kbubblez" Hankins got into gaming with her dad, and at 18 started streaming 12 hours a day, seven days a week. She now has 210,000 followers.
How Silicon Valley banished Donald Trump in 48 hours
After years of resisting calls to take action against Donald Trump, the top tech platforms moved swiftly to lock him out in a historic sequence of events.
New York Times Cooking is making a play for Bon Appétit's audience as it vies to become a household name in cooking
New York Times Cooking almost doubled its number of subscribers in 2020 to nearly 600,000. Now it's ramping up investment in 2021.
Twitter launched a @SecondGentleman account for Vice President-elect Kamala Harris' husband
The first ever Twitter account for a male second spouse has been launched for Kamala Harris' husband.
Facebook ad revenue in 2020 will grow 4.9% despite the growing number of brands pulling campaigns
Facebook US digital ad revenues will increase by nearly 5% this year to $31.43 billion –– about $4.82 billion less than eMarketer predicted in March.
THE SVOD SHAKEOUT REPORT: A massive media shakeout is on the horizon — here are the key trends, players, and how we think it will play out
This report predicts how major services will fare in the streaming wars, including Apple TV+, Disney+, HBO Max, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu.
Disney has lost at least 40 top execs since Bob Chapek became CEO. Insiders describe how he has remade the company's power structure.
Disney CEO Bob Chapek has made big changes since joining the company in February. Here's a list of the key execs who have departed under his reign.
The top 9 movies on Netflix this week, from 'We Can Be Heroes' to 'Superbad'
Robert Rodriguez's "Sharkboy and Lavagirl" sequel, "We Can Be Heroes," was the most popular movie on Netflix this week.
Tech firm iSpot's CEO explains how its first acquisition will help big brands like Procter & Gamble understand how their TV ads perform
ISpot CEO Sean Muller said that the combo would deliver more performance and brand metrics that TV advertisers are clamoring for.