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YES, MSG Networks form streaming-focused joint venture
Gotham Advanced Media and Entertainment wants to be the solution for professional sports leagues who want to offer direct-to-consumer streaming products.
Alexandre Fonseca leaves Altice Group following corruption probe
Fonseca was not named as a suspect in the matter, which involved the company's Portugal operations.
WBD pushes back date to charge for streaming sports through Max
WBD won't charge Max subscribers for continued access to live sports through the streaming service until at least the middle of the year.
Fox News Media promotes Scott Wilder to EVP, Production & Operations
Scott Wilder has worked for Fox News Media since its inception as the Fox News Channel in 1996.
Amazon hires Disney executive to oversee Prime Video ads
Jeremy Helfand has left Disney to join Amazon, where he will oversee the company's new ad initiatives for Prime Video.
Vizio settles class action lawsuit over TV refresh rates for $3 million
Vizio has agreed to pay $3 million to settle a class-action lawsuit brought by California consumers over the marketing of some TVs.
Sinclair digital networks get distribution on Paramount-owned channels
Comet, Charge, The Nest and TBD will be offered on Paramount-owned CBS and independent stations in major markets.
Charter starts offering Disney Plus to Spectrum TV customers
Those with Spectrum TV Select packages can watch the ad-inclusive version of Disney Plus as part of their service.
Prime Video sees viewership gains for Thursday Night Football
Amazon says Prime Video had a 24 percent year-over increase in viewership, with 12 games scoring an average of 10 million viewers or more.
DAZN brings streaming apps to Sky platforms in UK
DAZN has launched its streaming app to Sky's connected TV platforms in the United Kingdom.
Virgin Media drops NBC News Now from TV platform
Comcast-owned Sky will continue offering the network, while Virgin Media is pushing subscribers toward other news channels.
Fox News scores highest ratings of any cable network in 2023
The Fox News Channel ended 2023 as the most-watched cable channel in the United States by average daily viewers, according to Nielsen.