EARNINGS REPORT
Fox says sports, live news drove sign-ups to Fox One during Q2
Sports programming remains one of the core reasons why people are signing up for a Fox One subscription, but news consumers are stickier.
Christy Tanner named new President, CEO of New York Public Radio
Tanner brings deep digital and streaming experience to the role, including leading the launch of CBS News’ first full-time streaming news network in 2015.
Special Coverage: Media Earnings
YouTube ad revenue grows to $11.4 billion during Q4
YouTube’s effort in convincing viewers and Madison Avenue that its product is as premium as traditional TV appears to be working.
Streaming News
YouTube ad revenue grows to $11.4 billion during Q4
YouTube’s effort in convincing viewers and Madison Avenue that its product is as premium as traditional TV appears to be working.
Policy & Law
Senator Cruz plans hearing on FCC broadcast ownership rules
The Senate Commerce Committee will hear testimony on broadcast TV ownership rules from key stakeholders in the industry.
Radio & Television News
Disney taps Josh D’Amaro to serve as next CEO
D’Amaro, a Disney veteran since 1998, will lead the company as it spends tens of billions expanding its parks and cruise fleet globally.
Sports Desk
Fox says sports, live news drove sign-ups to Fox One during Q2
Sports programming remains one of the core reasons why people are signing up for a Fox One subscription, but news consumers are stickier.
Special Coverage: NextGen TV
APTS, PBS says NextGen TV transition should be voluntary, not forced
APTS and PBS warned a forced transition could burden stations and viewers without federal rebate support.
Advertising & Data
Nielsen to pilot co-viewing measurement during Super Bowl LX
Nielsen is piloting a new co-viewing methodology to more accurately capture total viewership for programming, particularly live events.
Europe & UK
Google issues legal threat against Barb, Kantar Media over YouTube measurement
Advertisers face growing opacity as YouTube claims TV dominance while withholding detailed content-level data.
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Four years in, free streamer Fox Weather evolves into public safety resource
With wide distribution and a commitment to free, live coverage, the channel has become a trusted source before, during and long after climate emergencies.