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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 to lay off 1,000 Spectrum call center employees
Affected workers will be offered the opportunity to secure jobs at other call centers.
CNN Presidential Debate to simulcast on broadcast networks, NewsNation
All four major broadcast networks will carry a simulcast of the debate, along with CNN competitors like Fox News, MSNBC, Newsmax and NewsNation, among others.
Charter raising prices on some Spectrum TV, Internet plans
A spokesperson said the price adjustments on pay TV were necessitated by higher fees charged by programmers.
Bob Gold hires Eric Becker to run streaming-focused PR unit
The formation of the streaming media and pay TV communications unit will give those clients a dedicated team to work with on brand messaging and corporate communications.
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Fox News to simulcast CNN presidential debate
The Fox News Channel will offer a live simulcast of CNN's presidential debate next week.
TiVo survey: Americans spending $70 per month on streaming video services
Americans have a lower perception of quality among streaming services on the market, but they're not using those services any less, according to the latest TiVo video trends report.
NextGen TV signs on in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Four television stations are now being offered through NextGen TV signals in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Fox expands ad partnership with The Trade Desk
Fox is expanding its partnership with The Trade Desk, incorporation various products into Fox's own AdRise.
The Grio Heroes, Byron Allen’s Juneteenth special to air Wednesday
Ten community leaders will be honored by Allen Media Group and its television network The Grio during a special telecast on Wednesday.
C15 Studio emerges from stealth, develops FAST channels for premium sports brands
Formula 1, Triton Poker, One Championship and Squash TV are among the first streaming channels developed by the London-based sports content studio.
Game 5 of NBA Finals draws 12.2 million to ABC
More than 12.2 million American households tuned in to watch the Boston Celtics defeat the Dallas Mavericks for the NBA Championship.
Venu Sports drafts execs from Paramount, FanDuel, SiriusXM to fill leadership roster
The eight newly-named executives are joining 150 others who are dedicated with developing and launching Venu Sports in time for football season.