Content Distribution

SCOTTSDALE – October 22, 2026 -- In Touch+ has launched around-the-clock programming on WACX SuperChannel 55, giving In Touch Ministries an over-the-air signal that reaches more than 3.5 million people in the Orlando-Daytona Beach market, the 15th largest in the U.S.

Apex Media, which describes itself as a three-decade leader in ministry media strategy, led the distribution expansion. WACX is a full-power commercial broadcast station that is locally owned and faith-based. Viewers get the teachings of Dr. Charles Stanley and other Christian leaders.

In Touch+ takes channel 55.7 with a library of more than 15,000 titles

The service occupies channel position 55.7 and broadcasts 24/7. Viewers on cellphones or computers can stream high-definition video through the station's website.

Locally, In Touch+ is also available on Comcast Florida, DIRECTV, AT&T U-verse, Amazon Prime and Xumo Play.

Cannes – October 16, 2026 -- NetShort, a global short-drama platform available in more than 170 countries and over 17 languages, is using MIPCOM Cannes to recruit international partners for original short-drama production and distribution.

North America leads a geographically diversified audience base

The platform serves millions of viewers daily. North America is its largest market, while Europe, Japan and South Korea, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Latin America each make meaningful contributions to its business.

Audience data feeds a loop between writers and viewers

NetShort combines in-house screenwriting and production teams, external creative partnerships and audience data. Insights into pacing, characters and emotional payoffs guide development. After release, audience responses inform future productions. The company says this loop strengthens human creative judgment rather than replacing it.

New York – October 12, 2026 -- SiriusXM has signed a four-year agreement giving it exclusive distribution and exclusive global ad sales rights, across both audio and video, for the "Giggly Squad" podcast hosted by Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo. The deal takes effect immediately, and the show will be distributed through the SiriusXM Podcast Network.

SiriusXM takes global ad sales for audio and video editions

The agreement covers ad monetization across both editions of the show. It also includes a slate of new exclusive programming expanding the "Giggly Squad" brand, due to roll out in 2027. SiriusXM said further details will be announced later.

Los Angeles – – October 01, 2026 -- Legacy Distribution has acquired global content distributor Vision Films, merging two catalogs spanning feature films, documentaries, TV series and reality programming into a single operating entity under the Vision Films name.

Dana Webber takes CEO role of combined company

Dana Webber, CEO and Managing Partner of Legacy Distribution, will lead the expanded business, which will continue operating under the Vision Films brand. Lise Romanoff, founder and Managing Director of Vision Films, moves into a consultant role and will represent the company at the American Film Market in November.

ATLANTA – September 16, 2026 -- Filmmaker and streaming entrepreneur Mann Robinson is launching Urban Operas, a new vertical streaming platform built around 15 original micro dramas produced by his team, with the app set to appear on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store in November 2026 ahead of an official Winter 2026 launch.

Urban Operas targets underserved audiences with culturally connected, mobile-first drama series

The platform operates under the tagline "Stories That Know Us," offering serialized dramas designed for short, fast-moving mobile viewing. Storylines will center on crime, family, betrayal, ambition, money, power, and romance, themes Robinson says remain underserved in the expanding vertical entertainment marketplace.