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CNN refreshes prime-time lineup to improve ratings
CNN is revamping its prime-time lineup as the cable news network hopes to improve its sagging ratings.
DAZN launches new FAST channels on Pluto TV
Paramount Global and DAZN are launching a handful of new free, ad-supported channels on Pluto TV.
Top Fox Corporation lawyer stepping down in December
Viet Dinh will step down from his role as Fox Corporation's chief legal officer in December, the company announced on Friday.
Fox Business to host second Republican presidential debate
The debate will be held in September, and comes after Fox News scored the first GOP debate, happening later this month.
Good News Roundup for August 11, 2013
A look at industry awards, public service and community outreach initiatives from the telecom, media and technology sectors.
In hacking probe, prosecutors question journalist’s credentials
Federal prosecutors have questioned the credentials of a journalist who is at the center of a criminal hacking investigation involving Fox News.
Nexstar accuses DirecTV of copyright infringement
Nexstar has accused DirecTV of illegally streaming CW Network programming for months, as the war between the two companies escalates.
Sony will incorporate some TiVo technology in Google TV sets
Xperi, the parent company of TiVo, says the plan is connected to its acquisition of Vewd earlier this year.
Xperi to start offering TiVo-powered smart TVs in North America
Xperi says TV sets powered by the TiVo streaming operating system will start shipping in the United States in 2024.
NFL raises price of streaming service, adds NFL RedZone
NFL Plus is getting a price increase, but the NFL is also adding new features to the streaming service, including access to NFL RedZone.
Disney Plus sheds domestic subscribers during Q3
Disney lost domestic subscribers across nearly all of its streaming products during its most-recent quarter, the company revealed on Thursday.
Altice founder Patrick Drahi says he feels “betrayed” by execs at center of corruption probe
Patrick Drahi said the ongoing criminal probe should not have a material impact on Altice's cash or guidance through 2023.