
Netflix strikes linear TV deal with TF1 Group in France
French subscribers of the streaming platform will have access to TF1’s linear TV channels and on-demand content, starting in 2026.
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Bango Chief Marketing Officer Anil Malhotra to take new role
Malhotra and Frank Bury will not seek re-election to Bango’s Board of Directors at the end of the month, the company affirmed.

DirecTV to add MeTV Toons to satellite, streaming TV services
DirecTV is in the process of bringing Weigel Broadcasting’s retro cartoon channel MeTV Toons to its satellite and streaming platforms.

FCC seeks public comment on TV, radio ownership reform
The agency will issue a public notice that seeks comment on modifying or eliminate certain broadcast ownership restrictions.

DirecTV to add MeTV Toons to satellite, streaming TV services
DirecTV is in the process of bringing Weigel Broadcasting’s retro cartoon channel MeTV Toons to its satellite and streaming platforms.

Scripps will keep WNBA games under new multi-year agreement
Scripps Sports will continue to offer WNBA games for a few more years as part of a renewed partnership with the league announced on Friday.

Disney launching shoppable “storefronts” on streaming services
Disney is launching virtual storefronts that will allow streamers to purchase goods and services when they watch content on Disney Plus, ESPN Plus and Hulu.

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Netflix strikes linear TV deal with TF1 Group in France
French subscribers of the streaming platform will have access to TF1’s linear TV channels and on-demand content, starting in 2026.

Newsmax grows revenue to $45.3 million in Q1
Newsmax grew its overall revenue spurred by gains in its subscription and advertising businesses, which helped lower its operating loss during Q1.


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