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PodcastOne launches free streaming TV channel
LiveOne has launched a new free, ad-supported streaming television channel for its PodcastOne platform and associated shows.
Comcast to require bank account for autopay discount
Customers will need to link a bank account by July 20 to get $10 off their service. Credit card users will get a reduced discount of $5 per month.
Netflix to wade slowly into live-streamed sports
The company is reportedly considering an event that will see Formula 1 drives compete in a golf tournament.
Indie streamers join forces to form industry alliance
A coalition of media brands joined forces this week to launch a new pro-competition industry group focused on streaming television.
Dot LA lays off entire newsroom, will refocus on newsletters
Dot LA laid off its entire editorial staff of seven journalists on Monday as the publication shifts toward focusing on its newsletter products.
FCC fines Entravision $18,000 for not filing reports
The broadcaster's Washington, D.C.-area station didn't file timely reports for 14 consecutive quarters, the agency said.
New Android TV version to support custom remote buttons
Google could be readying a new remote with a "star" button that allows for custom shortcuts.
New York Times-owned the Athletic lays off journalists
The New York Times sports brand the Athletic has issued pink slips less than a week after the newspaper reached a new contract for union workers.
TuneIn inks deal for Formula 1 racing audio
TuneIn is adding Formula 1 raceday coverage for its Premium streaming audio subscribers.
Tucker Carlson still on Fox payroll despite Twitter show
The revelation was made in a letter sent by a network attorney to Carlson's legal reps over a new Twitter show.
Los Angeles Times editor faces heat over layoffs
The number of planned job losses was reduced by one after a journalist volunteered to leave the newspaper.
Merger discussions between Dish, DirecTV fizzle out
Dish and DirecTV have tried to merge several times over the last few decades, with those discussions falling apart each time.