Amazon Prime Video Reaches 200 Million Monthly Viewers, Expands Ad Integration
CEO Andy Jassy highlights the rapid growth of streaming TV advertising and the potential revenue boost from new ad-supported formats.
- Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announces over 200 million monthly viewers for Prime Video, marking a significant milestone in its audience reach.
- Prime Video has started incorporating ads into its content since January, with an option for users to opt out for an additional monthly fee.
- Advertising revenue for Amazon grew 24% in 2023, reaching $47 billion, driven largely by the new advertising formats in streaming services.
- Analysts predict that the introduction of ads into Prime Video could generate over $3 billion in revenue in 2024.
- Amazon continues to invest heavily in AI and other technologies, aiming to integrate these advancements across its consumer businesses.