Cannes Lions 2026: What streaming media reveals about cross-screen viewing

by Experian Marketing Services 3 min read August 20, 2026

See how attention moves across screens

The streaming experience isn’t confined to a single screen. Viewers move between TVs, phones, and tablets all day, and the value of one moment is often realized somewhere else entirely. At Cannes Lions 2026, leaders from Adobe DSP, FreeWheel, Madhive, Minerva, OpenX, and Pinterest discussed what that means for how brands plan, buy, and measure across screens, including where connected TV (CTV) fits, how attention is valued, how often ads should appear, and what brands should expect from partners. Watch the conversation below to hear where they agree, where they push back, and where the space is headed.

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How streaming media connects viewing across screens

The move to CTV

CTV gives brands a way to reach consumers on the biggest screen in the house while connecting that exposure to who they are and what they’re likely interested in.

People move across screens, not channels

Consumers shift among TVs, phones, and tablets throughout the day. Media plans and measurement models need to reflect that behavior.

High-attention environments matter

Streaming on any device gives brands a strong setting for storytelling, and attentive audiences are more likely to remember a brand and act on what they saw.

Good streaming plans still need discipline

Strong creative and targeting aren’t enough if brands keep repeating the same message too often, so frequency capping and better control across devices still matter.

Brands need to ask better questions

Clear expectations around transparency, system compatibility, quality standards, and post-exposure measurement can help brands choose better partners.

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