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LG launches “News Hub” on FAST service LG Channels
LG has debuted a new content hub on its free streaming TV service, LG Channels.

Sinclair-owned One Media appoints Matthew Goldman to technical VP role
Goldman will be responsible for implementing, expanding and supporting various advanced operational technologies associated with NextGen TV.

CNN launches Spanish-language FAST channel on Amazon services
CNN has launched "CNN Xpress," a new FAST channel that offers a curated selection of Spanish-language news clips from CNN en Español.

Chick-fil-A to offer streaming content through interactive app
Chick-fil-A has taken the wrap off a new interactive smartphone app that will offer streaming video content, podcasts, e-books and more.

Fubo evolves into reseller of subscription streaming services
The launch of the Fubo streaming marketplace could provide the company with additional ammunition in its ongoing lawsuit over Venu Sports.

Vix achieves profitability after two years, Televisa-Univision says
Televisa-Univision says its direct-to-consumer streaming business has achieved full profitability after just two years on the market

Philo grows FAST offering to more than 100 channels
Philo has grown its free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) offering to more than 100 linear content channels.

Rakuten TV unveils enterprise service to help launch FAST channels
Rakuten TV will launch a new tool suite that allows content owners to easily spin up FAST channels and apps.

SiriusXM, ESPN Plus partner on free trial subscriptions
SiriusXM and ESPN Plus are teaming up to offer their respective subscribers access to each other's services through extended free trials.

Spectrum News hits the road for political affairs program
Charter's Spectrum News is airing a one-hour road trip special that offers insight into the political leanings of ordinary Americans.

DirecTV takes home Tech Emmy Awards for consumer, ad products
DirecTV took home a pair of Tech and Engineering Emmy Awards earlier this month.

Disney appoints new chairman, sets timetable for Iger’s successor
Disney says it will install former Morgan Stanely CEO James Gorman as its board chair in January, and has set a deadline of early 2026 to name a successor to Disney CEO Bob Iger.