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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.
Mubi selects Bitmovin to power cloud-based VOD platform
The agreement is designed to improve scalability, speed and video quality as Mubi expands its global streaming catalog.
Scripps channels restored to Comcast’s Xfinity TV under new deal
Comcast and Scripps have reached an agreement that restores Scripps-owned local broadcast stations and national networks to Xfinity TV.
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FCC commissioners could retroactively deny Nexstar-TEGNA deal
In a letter to lawmakers, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the Media Bureau's approval of Nexstar's acquisition of TEGNA is not a final decision.
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Appeals court sides against LG in NextGen TV patents lawsuit
The patent issue involving LG comes as federal regulators consider a nationwide transition to NextGen TV by the end of the decade.
Report: Disney wants NFL Network moved to cheaper Comcast package
Disney is pushing to Comcast move NFL Network to a broader tier, while Comcast resists without long-term clarity.
Philo adds AMC’s All Reality streamer to bundle package
Philo is adding a new reality television-themed streaming service to its Bundle Plus package.
Spectrum News 1 rolls out to Xfinity TV customers in Houston
Charter has inked a deal with Comcast's Xfinity TV to provide subscribers with access to its Spectrum News channel in Houston.
Federal regulators propose switch to semiannual financial earnings reports
Officials say the change could reduce compliance burdens and support more long-term business planning.
Spectrum launches “Second Line” perk for mobile customers
Charter Communications has rolled out a new feature for its Spectrum Mobile customers that allows subscribers to add a second phone number to their primary device.
Nexstar takes DIRECTV’s fight over TV fees to Supreme Court
Nexstar has asked the Supreme Court to intervene in a lawsuit brought three years ago by DIRECTV over distribution fees.
Pluto TV to relaunch on Paramount Plus platform this summer
In addition to relaunching on Paramount Plus' tech stack, Paramount will push more Pluto TV to register a free account and stream more video on-demand content.
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Paramount grows revenue 2 percent during Q1; Paramount Plus adds 2 million customers
Paramount's streaming and studio businesses offset ongoing losses in its traditional TV media unit during Q1.
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