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Vizio executive says no plans to sell smart TVs overseas
The chief financial executive at Vizio says the company believes there is still more opportunity for growth in North America.
Antenna: Netflix subscriptions grow after password-sharing crackdown
The report reveals a sharp increase in Netflix subscriptions after the password-sharing crackdown last May, but doesn't indicate Netflix's churn rate for the same period.
Fox News interview with Trump still on, spokesperson says
The former U.S. president will keep an agreement to sit down with the Fox News Channel later this month, a spokesperson for the network said on Friday.
Xumo to power free streaming channels on TCL TVs
A Xumo executive revealed the partnership during an interview with the website Fierce Video this week.
Fox Corporation executive Raj Shah leaves company
The former White House communications official left Fox in late May, according to a report.
Trump agreed to Fox News interview before indictment
The interview with Fox News journalist Bret Baier was scheduled to air on Monday, June 19; it is not clear if the interview will proceed in light of Thursday's indictment.
Sean Hannity to interview California Governor Gavin Newsom
The interview, to air on June 12, will cover a wide range of topics, including gun control, immigration and the 2024 presidential race.
PBS privacy lawsuit dismissed by federal judge
The plaintiff in the case previously alleged PBS gave video viewership data to Facebook parent company Meta.
TuneIn offers AM broadcasters free access to premium products
Licensed AM radio stations will get free access to TuneIn On Air, which includes a listing in the TuneIn directory and supplemental measurement products.
Christian televangelist Pat Robertson dies at 93
Pat Robertson, one of the pioneers of Christian television broadcasting, died early Thursday morning at his Virginia Beach home at the age of 93.
Amazon plans ad-supported tier for Prime Video
Amazon is developing an ad-supported version of its Prime Video service as it explores ways to unlock more connected TV revenue.
YouTube offers new pre-season NFL Sunday Ticket deal
The deal will earn streamers $50 off if they order the NFL Sunday Ticket before September 9, two days after the start of football season.