Amazon says 130 million U.S. customers are watching Prime Video with ads
- Amazon revealed that its ad-supported Prime Video tier now engages over 130 million viewers in the U.S. Each month as of 2025.
- This growth follows Prime Video’s 2023 shift to an ad-supported model due to industry pressure and rising streamer competition.
- Amazon prepares to unveil new AI-driven ad technologies at its May 13 upfront presentation in New York, including pause-triggered contextual ads and shoppable formats.
- Alan Moss, VP of global ad sales, emphasized that their advertising solutions effectively encourage tangible engagement both on Amazon’s platform and beyond, underscoring the seamless integration of AI-driven ads with the viewing experience.
- The expanded ad reach and innovative formats suggest Amazon aims to strengthen the link between viewing and shopping on its platform while growing ad revenue.
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