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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.
FCC approves foreign ownership rules for radio, TV stations
The changes clarify Section 310(b) standards and aim to streamline reviews and shorten application processing times.
Former CapRadio GM Jun Reina arrested on embezzlement charges
The arrest follows audits, a civil lawsuit and a $1.2 million insurance recovery tied to the alleged misconduct.
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Spectrum commits to U.S.-based workforce in Super Bowl ad
Charter will air a U.S.-focused TV spot during Super Bowl LX in nearly 60 markets where Spectrum provides service.
Haystack News adds LiveNow from Fox on-demand clips
Haystack News is adding on-demand news clips from the streaming channel LiveNow from Fox.
Apple beats Wall Street expectations on strong iPhones sales during Q1
Apple kicked off the start of its fiscal year with revenue spikes spurred by strong iPhone sales and double-digit growth in services.
EARNINGS REPORT
Comcast touts Peacock gains, though streamer still not profitable
Peacock grew to 44 million subscribers in 2025, driven by live sports including NFL coverage and the return of NBA games.
WUPA Atlanta to launch “CBS News Atlanta Mornings” in February
Paramount's CBS News & Stations is launching a new morning show for its fledging owned-and-operated TV station in Atlanta.
Nielsen data: Fox News is most-watched cable news channel in January
Fox News Channel extended its long-running leadership of the cable news landscape in January 2026, marking its 24th consecutive year as the top-rated network in the genre.
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Xumo starts selling ad inventory through OpenPath
Xumo has added OpenPath from The Trade Desk to provide more direct programmatic access to its connected TV inventory through FreeWheel.
DIRECTV rolls out new Food Mix, Weather Mix channels
DIRECTV is adding to its slate of multiview channels with the launch of two new "mix" feeds.
Comcast revenue weighed by ongoing losses at Xfinity TV, Xfinity Internet; Peacock grows
Comcast posted mixed financial results for its fourth quarter (Q4), beating Wall Street expectations on overall earnings while narrowly missing revenue forecasts from the period.
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Second Circuit upholds reinstatement of DIRECTV lawsuit against Nexstar
The court let stand its finding that DIRECTV plausibly alleged lost subscribers and profits tied to Nexstar’s fee practices.
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