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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.
Disney streamers earn profit in Q3, company to crack down on password sharing
The Walt Disney Company's trio of streaming television services have turned a profit for the first time in the company's history.
Roku debuts linear streaming channel for sports
Starting August 12, streamers will be able to find Roku's curated live and shoulder sports programming through the Roku Sports Channel.
Google is killing off the Chromecast
The company plans to continue supporting all existing devices in use with software and security updates, while pushing new customers toward the Google TV Streamer.
New York journalist arrested in connection with anti-Jewish hate crimes
An independent journalist is accused by police of conspiring in some of the crimes he documented two months ago.
Red Ventures takes a loss on CNET, sells it to Ziff-Davis for $100 million
Red Ventures originally acquired CNET from Paramount Global, then ViacomCBS, for $500 million.
TiVo-powered smart TVs to make U.S. debut in 2025
After making their mark in Europe, Xperi says its TiVo-powered smart TVs are about ready to make their debut in the United States.
Bluesky appoints Mike Masnick to board of directors
An emerging tech platform convinces a long-time watchdog of the industry to switch sides.
Amazon starts selling Sky Showtime through Prime Video Channels
Prime Video users in four European countries can now purchase Sky Showtime directly from Amazon.
Disney to raise prices of Hulu, Disney Plus and ESPN Plus yet again
Like clockwork, Disney is increasing the price of its streaming services in an effort to squeeze more cash out of TV and film fans.
Google unveils an expensive streaming TV device
The "Google TV Streamer" will fully replace the company's line-up of Chromecast with Google TV devices — and it costs $100.
Trade publications Multichannel News, Broadcasting & Cable to shut down
Three trade publications that have collectively covered the business of media and entertainment for decades will stop publishing in October.
Cable, satellite fees help boost Fox Q4 revenue
Fox saw an uptick in Q4 2024 revenue attributed to fees charged to cable and satellite distributors, with overall advertising flat on a sequential basis.