Technical Glitch Delays Israeli TV Ratings Amid Prime-Time Clash
Israeli television ratings have been unusually delayed due to a technical glitch at Kantar Media. The data will reveal the outcome of a prime-time clash between The Masked Singer and The Voice All-Stars semi-finals.
A technical glitch at Kantar Media has unexpectedly delayed the release of Israel's daily television ratings, keeping viewers waiting for the results of a high-stakes prime-time showdown between Keshet 12 and Reshet 13.
According to industry sources, the automated control system of Kantar Media—operating under the brand Fifty5Blue9—detected a discrepancy in the data and halted distribution pending a thorough review. Insiders emphasize that such an incident occurs on average only once a year and does not reflect any data manipulation. The delay is attributed to a minor technical failure, likely a localized issue with a metering box or a power outage in a panel member's household. Backup systems are currently being used to calibrate and complete the missing information, with ratings expected to be released by midday.
Prime-Time Showdown and Upcoming Finals
The eagerly awaited numbers follow a packed night of broadcasting featuring two major entertainment flagships. Keshet 12 aired a tense episode of "The Masked Singer", which culminated in a surprising reveal when the "Holy Cow" character unmasked to reveal dancer, actress, and reality judge Anna Aronov.
Simultaneously, Reshet 13 wrapped up the tense semi-finals of "The Voice All-Stars," determining the four finalists who will compete in tomorrow's live grand finale at 21:15. The contestants securing their spots are Shorty from Noa Kirel's team, Lior Ali from Idan Raichel's team, Daniel Barzilai from Eden Ben Zaken's team, and Yali Amos Akunis from Static's team.
Once the Ratings Committee and Kantar complete their technical verification, the full picture—spanning morning shows, prime-time hits, and central news editions across channels—will be published.
