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YouTube, AI and the future of live sports: The key trends reshaping sports media

YouTube, AI and the future of live sports: The key trends reshaping sports media

Update: 2025-11-26
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In this special scene-setting episode of StreamTime Sports, CEO Nick Meacham breaks down the biggest shifts redefining how sports content is created, distributed and consumed. Drawing on insights shared at last week's SportsPro’s Media Summit in Madrid, Nick explores why YouTube is emerging as a powerhouse for live sports, how AI is transforming production and personalisation, and what these changes mean for rights holders, broadcasters and fans. From evolving audience expectations to the decline of traditional TV models, this episode offers a clear look at the forces shaping the next era of sports media.

 

Key Points:

  • Why YouTube is becoming a primary destination for live sports. 
  • How AI is reshaping content creation, production workflows and fan engagement.
  • The impact of advertising and brand partnerships in streaming sports. 
  • How sports leagues are adjusting their media strategies for a platform-first world.
  • What’s ahead for traditional broadcasters as streaming dominance accelerates.
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YouTube, AI and the future of live sports: The key trends reshaping sports media

YouTube, AI and the future of live sports: The key trends reshaping sports media

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