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Amagi launches new tool to help stations turn newscasts into social clips
Amagi has unveiled a new tool called Newspulse that uses artificial intelligence to help television stations convert their news broadcasts into social media clips.
CBS gives “Late Show” time slot to Byron Allen
Paramount's broadcast network CBS will hand over the 11:35 p.m. Eastern Time slot to Byron Allen in mid-May upon the closure of its "Late Show" franchise.
Locality acquires media planning software developer Deben
The deal adds planning and optimization tools for better audience targeting across broadcast and streaming, Locality said.
Fubo updates investors on financial targets, charts course toward profitability
Fubo expects to become free cash flow positive by 2027 without needing additional financing.
FCC to cut jobs at media, enforcement offices, requests smaller budget from Congress
The FCC is requesting a reduced budget of $398.3 million and plans to cut up to 110 staff positions during fiscal year 2027.
KABC pulls plug on California gubernatorial primary debate
The Disney-owned TV station said there were concerns about the methodology used to select candidates for the debate.
CNN to host California gubernatorial primary debate in May
CNN will host a California gubernatorial primary debate in May, less than a month before state voters choose their candidates for governor.
Associated Press trimming staff amid new focus on video, digital platforms
The Associated Press plans to cut dozens of jobs as it shifts focus from local journalism to national coverage and digital platforms.
Sinclair to FCC: Sports rights drive investments in local TV news
Sinclair has told the FCC that its ability to continue offering local news at its TV stations is predicated on continued airing of premium sports programming.
Globo taps Synamedia for IP-based video distribution
Synamedia said this week that Globo has completed a transition of its primary content distribution to Secure Reliable Transport (SRT), marking a significant shift to a fully IP-based infrastructure.
FCC renews AM radio station license, despite multiple rules violations
The station, WABG (960 AM), will remain on the air under a consent decree that resolves the investigation and requires a series of compliance measures.
Fox’s WTTG, Gray Media to offer Washington Nationals games
Fox Television Stations and Gray Media will offer some locally-televised games from the Washington Nationals this season.
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