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Max to drop CNN live feed on ad-supported plans
Warner Bros Discovery will stop allowing subscribers of Max who stream content with ads to watch live programming from CNN through the service after March 30.
Tablo devices to stop working if ATSC 1.0 shutoff moves forward
A proposal by the broadcast TV industry's biggest lobbying arm would render thousands of Tablo DVRs are on the market obsolete.
Fox lands TV rights to MotoGP motorcycle races
The races will air on Fox's cable sports channels and stream through the Fox Sports app.
SiriusXM partners with New York Post on “Page Six Radio” show
SiriusXM is partnering with the New York Post on a new show, "Page Six Radio," that brings the entertainment pages of the tabloid newspaper to premium radio.
Max will keep sports add-on free for commercial-free subscribers
WBD will continue to offer live access to sports through Max if customers opt for the standard or premium, ad-free subscriptions to the service.
Broadcast group wants FCC to mandate ATSC 3.0 switchover by 2030
The NAB has requested the FCC update its broadcast rules to implement a full transition away from ATSC 1.0 signals by 2030.
Survey: Customers prefer AI chatbots to live customer service agents
Customers said they're open to AI-powered interactions when contacting support, but they expect the outcomes to be satisfactory.
NESN lowers price of annual streaming subscription plan
The yearly cost of NESN 360 is now $240 per month, while the monthly price remains the same.
Fox News draws 2.4 million viewers with new Lara Trump show
"My View with Lara Trump" won the 9 p.m. Eastern Time slot, beating CNN and MSNBC with overall and key demographic viewers.
Antenna: Bundles help SVOD services manage subscription churn
Streaming services are gaining a better handle on churn by offering lower-priced, ad-supported tiers and by bundling with other services, according to a new report from Antenna.
WBD announces launch of Max in Australia
The service will be available through the Google and Apple app stores on March 31, and will be available to Foxtel subscribers at no additional cost.
Bango opens Digital Vending Machine to all business types
Bango has launched a version of its Digital Vending Machine that allows all business types to develop and deploy a white-label subscription management and sales platform.