Author:
David R. King
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Viewpoint: Netflix’s acquisition of WBD rooted into “Big 3” playbook
When it comes to major U.S. industries, three tends to be the magic number.
By:
David R. King
OPINION
Gray Media posts lower overall revenue during Q3, execs tout strength of programming
Gray Media saw its revenue dip 21 percent amid a predictable downturn in political advertising.
EARNINGS REPORT
Fox News Digital achieves numerous milestones during Q3
The outlet posted 11.4 billion multiplatform minutes and 5.6 billion views, both up year over year.
DATA
The Desk launches Media Earnings portal ahead of Q3 reporting season
The Desk on Monday launch a new portal that centralizes its news articles on quarterly and annual financial earnings from publicly-traded tech, media and telecommunications firms.
Viewpoint: The Pentagon vs. the news media
The U.S. military's new press access policy is an attempt to undermine democracy and free expression.
By:
Amy Kristin Sanders
OPINION
Nexxen integrates content recognition data into Yahoo DSP
Nexxen has entered into a data licensing agreement with Yahoo that will integrate its automatic content recognition (ACR) audience segments into the Yahoo DSP, the companies announced this week.
Viewpoint: Is America ready for NextGen TV?
The new digital television broadcast standard comes with a number of improvements for viewers and the industry alike, but Kirk Varner wonders if the juice is worth the squeeze.
By:
Kirk Varner
OPINION
Fawesome licenses more Spanish-language content for FAST platforms
Fawesome has expanded its Spanish-language content through new licensing deals with major distributors including TV Azteca, Caracol, Cisneros and others.
Viamedia rebrands with emphasis on artificial intelligence
Viamedia has rebranded as Viamedia.ai, introducing a new artificial intelligence platform that combines traditional TV, connected TV and digital advertising into a single system.
Discount tickets still available for Future of Video conference
The annual event held by Parks Associates is offering readers of The Desk special pricing on in-person tickets.
DEAL
Early Bird discount pricing for TVOT New York City ends on Wednesday
Your chance to score a discounted ticket to the Television of Tomorrow Show (TVOT) in New York City is almost up.
Anne Campolongo returns to Cincinnati as meteorologist for WKRC
Anne Campolongo, a Cincinnati-area native and Emmy-winning meteorologist, is returning home to join the WKRC Weather Authority team this month.