{"@attributes":{"version":"2.0"},"channel":{"title":"Resource Center","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources","description":"The latest news and insights about Applicaster and the media app landscape","language":"en","pubDate":"Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:03:44 GMT","item":[{"title":"2026 Quick Guide: How to Engage Every Type of Digital Sports Fan","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/engaged-every-sports-fan","description":"
\n \"2026 <\/a> \n<\/div> \n


<\/span><\/strong><\/h2> \n

A practical breakdown of the different types of digital sports fans and how streaming platforms can reach each one to improve engagement, retention, and monetization.<\/span><\/em><\/p>","category":"Thought Leadership","pubDate":"Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:02:26 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/engaged-every-sports-fan"},{"title":"Why sports brands need to expand to Connected TV now","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/sports-brands-need-ctvs","description":"

\n \"Why <\/a> \n<\/div> \n



<\/span><\/strong>4 Key considerations for why a growing number of sports organisations are expanding to the big screen today<\/span><\/strong><\/h2> \n

For decades, the old television set was the primary destination for watching sports. Then streaming changed everything.<\/span><\/p>","category":"Product","pubDate":"Wed, 13 May 2026 14:31:03 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/sports-brands-need-ctvs"},{"title":"Overcoming Subscription Fatigue in 2026: Best Practices from Leading Streaming Services","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/overcoming-subscription-fatigue-in-2026","description":"

\n \"Overcoming <\/a> \n<\/div> \n

The rise of subscription-based streaming services has transformed the entertainment landscape, offering an unprecedented level of choice for consumers. However, with this abundance of options comes a new challenge: subscription fatigue. As users become overwhelmed by the growing number of services and escalating costs, streaming services must adapt to keep audiences engaged. So, how can streaming services combat subscription fatigue and build long-term viewer loyalty?<\/span><\/p>","category":"Product","pubDate":"Wed, 06 May 2026 02:55:12 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/overcoming-subscription-fatigue-in-2026"},{"title":"Applicaster and StreamAMG team up to enhance the sports OTT experience across digital TV platforms","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/applicaster-and-streamamg","description":"

\n \"Applicaster <\/a> \n<\/div> \n

Applicaster<\/span>, a leading SaaS platform provider for OTT applications, and <\/span>StreamAMG<\/span>, a global sports OTT provider <\/span>that powerssome of the world\u2019s <\/span>most recognised direct-to-fan sports services, have today (4 February 2026) announced a new strategic partnership to deliver sports fans a premium TV viewing experience.<\/p>","category":"Product","pubDate":"Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:57:27 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/applicaster-and-streamamg"},{"title":"2026 OTT Streaming Industry Trends: What Will Define the Next Phase of Streaming","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/2026-ott-trends","description":"

\n \"2026 <\/a> \n<\/div> \n

The OTT streaming industry enters 2026 at a pivotal moment. After years of rapid expansion, the focus has evolved from pure subscriber growth to sustainability, performance, and long-term engagement. Streaming is no longer an emerging alternative to traditional TV\u2014it is<\/em> TV for millions of viewers worldwide.<\/p>","category":"Product","pubDate":"Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:46:37 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/2026-ott-trends"},{"title":"Zapp V14: Build and Launch Better Apps","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/zapp-v14","description":"

\n \"Zapp <\/a> \n<\/div> \n
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\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/div> \n

 <\/p>","category":"Product","pubDate":"Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:00:29 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/zapp-v14"},{"title":"App Dashboard: Turn Data Into Impact","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/app-dashboard-turn-data-into-impact","description":"

\n \"App <\/a> \n<\/div> \n
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Because great apps aren\u2019t made by guessing.<\/span><\/strong><\/h3> \n

What makes an app great\u2014beyond the content it offers?
It needs to be fast. It needs to be stable. It needs to deliver an exceptional experience with features that truly work.<\/p>","category":"Product","pubDate":"Wed, 29 Oct 2025 18:17:10 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/app-dashboard-turn-data-into-impact"},{"title":"The Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts of a Great First-Time User Experience (FTUE)","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/dos-and-donts-of-ftue","description":"

\n \"The <\/a> \n<\/div> \n

In the crowded world of OTT streaming, the first time a user opens your app can make\u2014or break\u2014its future. Research shows that  21% of users abandon an app after the first use<\/span><\/strong><\/a>, and nearly 1 in 4 Android apps are uninstalled within one day<\/span><\/strong><\/a>, often because users hit friction too early.<\/p>","category":"Thought Leadership","pubDate":"Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:40:48 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/dos-and-donts-of-ftue"},{"title":"Zapp V13: A Smarter Way to Turn Insights Into Action","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/zapp-v13","description":"

\n \"Zapp <\/a> \n<\/div> \n
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With Zapp V13, we\u2019re taking a big step forward in helping you build not just functional apps, but apps that truly succeed with users and deliver measurable business results.<\/p>","category":"Product","pubDate":"Tue, 09 Sep 2025 04:11:54 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/zapp-v13"},{"title":"Why More Publishers Are Expanding Into Connected TV Apps","link":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/publishers-expanding-to-ctv","description":"

\n \"Why <\/a> \n<\/div> \n

<\/em><\/p>","category":"Thought Leadership","pubDate":"Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:32:26 GMT","guid":"https:\/\/www.applicaster.com\/resources\/publishers-expanding-to-ctv"}]}}