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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.
Google signs AI licensing partnership with CNN
CNN says it will receive compensation in exchange for providing Google with access to its content to train AI programs and features.
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Fox expands AI-powered linear TV ad buying with agencies
Fox says the platform has progressed from technical demonstrations to executing transactions for live advertising campaigns.
Report: YouTube explores audiobook service to compete with Spotify, Audible
It remains unclear whether the service would offer unlimited listening, a monthly listening allowance or individual audiobook purchases.
TEGNA names four execs to expanded ad sales leadership roles
The broadcaster said the new promotions were intended to strengthen its ad operations through tech, sales experience and new approaches.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Amy DeGregorio promoted to EVP, Sales & Revenue at HMPG
DeGregorio will oversee revenue strategies across Hearst Media Production Group's TV programming, digital properties and branded content.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Appeals court sets date for hearing over Nexstar-TEGNA injunction
A court date scheduled for mid-November will allow Nexstar, DIRECTV and state attorneys general to argue their case over an injunction issued in an antitrust lawsuit.
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BBC News launches live stream on YouTube in U.S., U.K.
Viewers in those countries, and a handful of others, will be able to watch live news from BBC News via YouTube for free.
Police investigate shootings outside Bakersfield TV station
Police in Southern California are investigating a pair of drive-by shootings that occurred outside a local television station within the past week.
Sky launches sports-only packages through streamer Now
Now TV has rolled out new monthly plans that allow sports fans in the United Kingdom to watch live programming from Sky Sports, without having to purchase other news or entertainment channels.
Shareholders of Fox, Roku approve $22 billion takeover deal
Acquiring Roku will substantially expand Fox's presence in connected television hardware, streaming distribution and digital advertising.
Teen files $20 million lawsuit against CBS News over vandalism story
The lawsuit claims defamation and invasion of privacy after the teen was wrongly identified as a suspect in the vandalism of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
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ESPN brings kid-focused sports shows to YouTube
The free channel is intended to introduce younger audiences to different sports, athletes and memorable sporting moments.