Digital
MediaCo promotes René Santaella to Chief Growth & Innovation Officer
MediaCo Holding Inc. announced that it has appointed René Santaella to the newly created role of Chief Growth & Innovation Officer (CGIO), effective today. In this expanded executive role, Santaella will own MediaCo’s end-to-end “Supply + Growth Engines” chain that converts content investment into scalable distribution, deeper audience engagement, increased inventory scale and quality, and improved monetization performance across MediaCo’s entire portfolio.
Insights on Entravision’s change in Leadership ….
Thoughts from Maria Martinez-Guzman - President of Entravision Media; and Eduardo Maytorena - President of Entravision Audio.
Entravision Aanounces New Leaders for its US Media Business
Entravision announced three promotions in its US Media leadership team:
- Maria Martinez-Guzman to President of Entravision Media;
- Eduardo Maytorena to President of Entravision Audio; and
- Winter Horton to Chief Revenue Officer
Telemundo Releases “Somos Más” – The Official Anthem of its FIFA World Cup 2026™ Coverage. [VIDEO]
Telemundo officially releases “Somos Más,” the anthem for the network’s coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, bringing together global music stars Carlos Vives, Emilia, Wisin and Xavi for the first time. The song, now available on all major music streaming platforms, captures the spirit of unity and celebration that defines the World Cup.
Telemundo Unveils Most Extensive Spanish-language FIFA World Cup™ Presentation in Broadcast Television History as It Marks 100-day Countdown to FIFA World Cup 2026™
With 100 days to go until the kickoff of FIFA World Cup 2026™ on June 11, 2026, Telemundo, the exclusive Spanish-language home of the tournament in the U.S., unveiled its most expansive coverage plan ever—featuring 700 hours of programming highlighting a fully live on-site presence at all 104 matches, coupled with dedicateddailyshows and an unprecedented streaming and digital footprint. The network celebrated the key milestone with the release of its official World Cup song “Somos Más” and the launch of a new phase of its marketing campaign on the road to the World Cup.
HISPANIC AUDIO LEADERS SBS, PRISA and CARACOL RADIO ANNOUNCE GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP TO EXPAND U.S. MEDIA FOOTPRINT.
Spanish Broadcasting System (“SBS”), the leading Latino radio owner/operator in the U.S., Prisa Media (“PRISA”), the world’s largest Hispanic Audio/Digital enterprise and Caracol Radio (“CARACOL”), Prisa’s flagship radio network in Colombia, announced today that they have joined forces to launch, operate, distribute and monetize a slate of new audio stations and live and on-demand streaming content and networks, including an award-winning roster of syndicated talent, targeting the growing $4 Trillion U.S. Hispanic market.
Univision News rebrands as N+ Univision
N+ Univision continues to strengthen its role as the most reliable and relevant news source for Hispanic audiences nationwide. The rebrand marks a new chapter focused on delivering high-quality journalism, backed by unmatched coverage and the strongest Spanish-language newsroom in the industry.
Canela Media earns 2025 Industry Recognitions for Innovation, Data Leadership & Audience Impact
Canela Media continues its momentum as one of the most innovative leaders in multicultural media, earning multiple major industry recognitions in 2025 across data, technology, streaming, and audience engagement.
Canela Media launches “Canelitas”
Canela Media announced the launch of CANELITAS, a new short-form content destination debuting in November 2025 on Canela.TV. Designed for today’s audiences, CANELITAS delivers quick, engaging entertainment through micro-episodes featuring some of Canela Media’s most popular titles and beloved classics.
Canela Media Accelerates Growth in 2025 with Innovation, Scale, and Hispanic Audience Leadership
Canela Media announced that it will head into 2026 in a position of strong leadership due to the many advancements and successes the company has experienced over the last year continuing to lead the U.S. Hispanic media landscape with breakthrough innovation, record audience growth, and award-winning data precision. As the company closes a milestone year, it reinforces its position as a top destination for brands seeking scale, performance, and measurable outcomes.
TELEMUNDO’S Broadcast of THE BILLBOARD LATIN MUSIC AWARDS ranks #1 ENTERTAINMENT SHOW in Primetime among 18-49
Telemundo’s live broadcast of the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards last Thursday night ranked as the #1 entertainment show in prime, regardless of language, among adults 18-49, according to Nielsen. Delivering 617,000 adults 18-49 and 1.7 million total viewers, the show was also the #1 awards show on Spanish-language television year-to-date among adults 18-49 and the highest rated Billboard Latin Music Awards among total viewers since 2019.
“Mujeres Create” launches as a Bilingual Podcast Empowering Latina Women to Lead, Create, and Thrive
Aimed at redefining leadership and empowerment within the U.S. Latino community, Mujeres Create merges heartfelt storytelling, self-discovery, and creativity in a space that honors authenticity and ambition in equal measure.
Consumer attitudes toward in-car entertainment and media preferences
A new report by Gracenote, the content data business unit of Nielsen, highlights a significant opportunity for car manufacturers to provide consumers easy access to entertainment content across a range of services and types. By optimizing the native in-car infotainment experiences people want, auto brands can gain the power to influence decision-making and drive more revenue.
Telemundo Studios Launches First-Ever Latino Podcast Incubator in Partnership with University of Miami
NBCUniversal Telemundo Studios announced the launch of an industry-first podcast incubator in partnership with the University of Miami, giving student creators access to Telemundo’s production resources, mentorship and distribution platforms.
How CTV Delivers the Personalized Experiences Diverse Audiences Demand [REPORT]
LG Ad Solutions released its 2025 Inclusive Screen report, highlighting the TV viewing habits and preferences of diverse American audiences, including Black, Hispanic, Asian and LGBTQ+ CTV viewers. The findings underscore that as streaming – especially free streaming – gains preference, CTV uniquely delivers the personalized, relevant experiences these influential audiences expect.
FAST momentum continues with global channel count growing nearly 14% year-to-date
Notably, FAST channels offer a greater percentage of more recent content than SVOD services. Nearly half of current FAST programming was produced in the last 5 years compared to nearly one third on premium SVOD. Focusing on content produced in the last 15 years, the numbers jump to nearly 80% for FAST and 68.5% for SVOD.
Pitaya Entertainment Partners with Canela Media to Bring Top Shows to Canela.TV
Pitaya Entertainment has partnered with Canela Media to bring many of Pitaya’s most important podcast series to Canela.TV, the free streaming platform offering culturally relevant, on-demand and live content across verticals including Canela Music, Canela Kids, Canela Deportes, Canela News, as well as a rich library of novelas and classic Mexican films.
Crowd React Media Releases Second Annual State of Spanish-Language Media 2025 [REPORT]
Now in its second year, the State of Spanish-Language Media report reveals how U.S. Hispanic audiences are engaging with media in 2025 and how they’re leading the way. Drawing from a nationally representative sample of Spanish-dominant and bilingual Hispanic adults, the study highlights how cultural identity, platform loyalty, and content preferences are shaping the media landscape across radio, TV, podcasts, streaming, and digital.
Canela Media Appoints José Molina as Chief Financial Officer
Canela Media a leading technology, innovation and data driven multicultural media company, today of José Molina to the role of Chief Financial Officer. He will be based in Miami and report to the Canela Media’s Co-Founder and CEO Isabel Rafferty Zavala.
TelevisaUnivision Appoints John Farrell as Head of Partnerships
TelevisaUnivision announced the appointment of John Farrell as Head of Partnerships, a newly created role that unifies the company’s global content distribution, platform relationships, corporate development, and international growth initiatives. Reporting to TelevisaUnivision CEO Daniel Alegre, Farrell will lead the company’s end-to-end distribution strategy across linear, digital, streaming, and emerging platforms to deepen strategic partnerships, drive revenue growth, and expand the company’s global footprint.
