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Comcast will introduce streaming TV marketplace with Peacock, Netflix
Comcast is readying plans to introduce its own subscription streaming TV marketplace called Stream Saver, the company's CEO affirmed on Tuesday.
Panasonic revealed as sixth TiVo TV partner
Panasonic will launch a new line of smart TVs in the United Kingdom that are powered by TiVo OS, the company affirmed this week.
Connecticut AG sues Altice over Optimum Internet fees, service speeds
The state's attorney general takes issue with a little-disclosed $6 surcharge that appears on Optimum Internet customer bills.
Rudy Giuliani wanted more money for radio show, station owner claims
The demand came several days before the former New York City mayor was suspended for airing election-related conspiracy theories on his WABC-AM show.
Streamers willing to pay to watch Olympics, report claims
But, be warned: Most want a centralized hub for their sports and other streaming content, and are willing to pirate content if that option isn't available.
Channel 4 relaunches brand identity as “public service streamer”
Channel 4 has refreshed its brand identity to bring greater emphasis to its digital and streaming platforms and products.
AMC embraces streaming bundles, “skinny” packages on cable
Executives are pleased by the sudden interest in peer bundling and low-cost cable TV packages, which fit nicely with AMC's content and distribution strategies.
TCL adds Bloomberg TV channels to TCL TV Plus FAST platform
TCL has signed a distribution agreement with Bloomberg Media for its two streaming television channels.
Roku grabs rights to Sunday morning baseball games
Roku has secured the exclusive distribution rights for Major League Baseball played early Sunday mornings.
TiVo TVs coming to U.S. stores by end of 2024, Xperi says
Xperi also signs three new TiVo Broadband partners, including Buckeye Broadband.
Fox outlines new fall schedule ahead of Upfronts
Fox has released the pending fall schedule for the start of the 2024-25 television season ahead of its Upfronts presentation.
Apple seeks to change pay structure for TV, film talent
Apple is working with Hollywood studios on a new pay and performance structure for its film and television talent.