Global Scans · Media & Entertainment · Weekly Summary

• [New] Average daily media consumption per U.S. consumer is projected to reach 13.1 hours, accounting for 40.5% of their day. SQ Magazine
• [New] Digital media revenues are expected to surpass $1.25 trillion, exceeding 40% of total industry income. SQ Magazine
• [New] Ultimately, social media in 2026 rewards the deliberate, and brands that favor automated shortcuts over community building risk being permanently ignored by a more selective, skeptical audience. Sprout Social
• [New] In 2026, the social media world will face a fundamental realignment: artificial intelligence and algorithms will automate almost every aspect of social media marketing, while users will simultaneously crave more authenticity. infludata
• [New] Across the world, consumers now expect flexibility, instant access, multi-device compatibility, better control over content, and on-demand entertainment. NERDBOT
• [New] If Meta can successfully transition from a Social Media Company to an AI Hardware Company without sacrificing its industry-leading margins, the road to a $2 trillion valuation may be shorter than many anticipate. FinancialContent
• [New] FTC Warns of AI Voice Cloning Fraud in Social Media Ads. Articsledge
• [New] Whether automotive companies adapting to intense Chinese competition or retail and media companies adapting to rapid consumer usage of AI in everyday situations, reinvention will play out across countless industries in 2026. Libertify.com
• [New] Spending on retail media advertising is projected to hit $130 billion by 2026. AFFiNCO
• [New] By 2030, 82.9% of total social media ad spending will be generated through mobile. AFFiNCO
• [New] Digital media buying in India is expected to capture 61% of total marketing spend by 2026, up from 49% in 2024. AFFiNCO
• [New] As the global demand for digital content continues to grow, generative AI is expected to become a core technology for the media and entertainment ecosystem. openpr
• [New] By the end of 2026, AI visibility will be a core KPI alongside paid media and SEO. Augustine Agency
• [New] By 2026, over 60% of agriculture PR campaigns in DC will leverage AI-driven media analytics for targeted outreach. Farmonaut
• [New] 82.9% of total social media ad spending will be generated through mobile by 2030. Sprout Social
• [New] Social media platforms have transformed into indispensable tools for businesses worldwide, offering unparalleled opportunities for advertising, community building, and commerce. Qubit Capital
• [New] Creators will operate as media channels in 2026, creating available inventory, an established audience data set and a brand safety presence. FindArticles

Last updated: 23 March 2026