The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has awarded TelevisaUnivision the exclusive media rights on free-to air, pay television and digital platforms and non-exclusive radio rights in Mexico for every edition of the Olympic Games until 2032, including the right to sub-license media rights within Mexico.
TelevisaUnivision has closed its 2024-2025 Upfront, and President of U.S. Advertising and Marketing Donna Speciale is pleased — even as Steven Wolfe Pereira has exited. On Tuesday, new details surrounding why Pereira has departed were brought to Hispanic Market Overview’s attention.
TelevisaUnivision audio platform Uforia is expanding its podcast content exclusively for Hispanic audiences across the U.S. through a new partnership with Latin World Digital, a sister company ofLatin World Entertainment (LatinWE) — founded by global star Sofia Vergara and media executive Luis Balaguer.
The brand, long active in the U.S. Hispanic market, has signed on as the exclusive insurance partner of Liga MX in the U.S. It is the league’s first official domestic insurance partner. State Farm joins T-Mobile and Patria as foundational sponsors for Liga MX in the U.S.
TelevisaUnivision, the Spanish-language media and content company led by CEO Wade Davis, has confirmed the sales of entertainment formats associated with its content for adaptation in a trio of European countries.
Mercado Libre users are now able to subscribe to ViX premium content with a 15% discount. Those with a subscription to the MELI+ benefits program will be able to access a 30% discount.
Guillermo Amtmann, Founder of PATRIA Energy Drink and CEO of PSR Brands, commented, “Futbol and Liga MX are remarkably close to the heart of our core consumer and as the league’s viewership continues to grow in the United States, PATRIA is excited to partner with Liga MX.”
ViX, the TelevisaUnivision-owned Spanish-language streaming service, has started production of 11 original series and movies just making it as products underway during the first quarter of 2023.
He joins TelevisaUnivision from ViacomCBS International Studios, where he led the content sales and co-production business and spearheaded the new film division.
U.S. Latinos have long been trendsetters when it comes to entertainment and consumption habits. Yet, while the “Big Four” struggle to keep audience share, in Hispanic media there’s perhaps a trickle of migration. With our 2022 edition, the Hispanic TV Programming Report demonstrates that the NewFronts and Upfronts are equally important for understanding “TV” consumption of Spanish-speaking Americans. It’s a good sign that the market is healthier than ever, with more choices than ever before.