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Matthew Keys is the award-winning founder and editor of TheDesk.net, an authoritative voice on broadcast and streaming TV, media and tech. With over ten years of experience, he's a recognized expert in broadcast, streaming, and digital media, with work featured in publications such as StreamTV Insider and Digital Content Next, and past roles at Thomson Reuters and Disney-ABC Television Group.
Charter claims “domestic terrorism” in Missouri vandalism cases
Charter says sabotage to its network in Missouri proves the need for stronger laws that impart tougher criminal penalties on vandals who disrupt telecom services.
Hearst honors Suzanne Grethen with TV producer fellowship program
The Suzanne Grethen Creative Services Associate Producer Fellowship will help develop and nurture emerging television production talent.
Westinghouse releases new Xumo TV models
Westinghouse has become the latest to license Charter and Comcast's smart TV operating system Xumo for its own models.
Dr. Phil relaunches Merit Street as Envoy Media
The media company will include a national TV channel and podcasts; comedian Steve Harvey will produce content for the venture.
FreeCast launches new shoppable channel Test Drive Live
The new shoppable streaming channel is rolling out on FreeCast and Roku, with support for other connected TV platforms coming in the near future.
Wikimedia Foundation considers closing Wikinews
The parent organization of Wikipedia said its sister platform Wikinews doesn't produce enough "well-rounded" news, and most traffic comes from search engine bots.
Parrot: Netflix adds 32 million global subscribers during Q2
Netflix attracted 32 million new global subscribers during the second quarter (Q2) of the year, according to a new analysis from Parrot Analytics.
DirecTV adds Vix Premium with Ads to MiEspañol streaming package
DirecTV is now offering the ad-supported tier of Vix Premium within its Spanish-langage, genre-based streaming TV package MiEspañol.
TEGNA to pay $222,000 after accidentally showing porn during newscast
The payout is connected to an incident during a local news broadcast that sparked an FCC investigation into indecent material on TV.
Disney, ITV forge streaming content partnership
Disney and ITV have struck a content-sharing partnership that will see the two companies promote their film and TV show library on each other's streaming services.
Linda Yaccarino steps down as CEO of X
After two years of large controversies and small wins, Linda Yaccarino has stepped away as CEO of the platform formerly known as Twitter.
T-Mobile tells FCC it will end DEI policies
The affirmation followed an application by the wireless provider to swap spectrum-related assets with U.S. Cellular Corporation, which requires FCC approval.