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Ampere: Streamers waiting longer for return of hit shows
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Radio & Television News
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Sports Desk
Roku adds Fox One to subscription platform ahead of FIFA World Cup tournament
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Advertising & Data
Ampere Analysis acquires PlumResearch, accepts investment from Goldenpeak
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The patent issue involving LG comes as federal regulators consider a nationwide transition to NextGen TV by the end of the decade.
Europe & UK
Ampere Analysis acquires PlumResearch, accepts investment from Goldenpeak
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