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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.
Fired Dallas reporter complains about media coverage
A newspaper reporter fired for a tweet has criticized media coverage of her dismissal for not focusing on an unrelated union bargaining effort.
Nexstar exec defends fight with Paramount, Fubo TV
A Nexstar executive said an ongoing fight with Paramount and Fubo TV is more about principles than it is about money.
Family buries Florida reporter killed in shooting
A Florida reporter who was shot and killed while on assignment last month has been laid to rest, his family affirmed this week.
Ex-Fubo TV worker demands settlement in termination case
A television producer who is suing Fubo TV for wrongful termination has sent a settlement demand letter to the company ahead of a potential jury trial.
SiriusXM to air World Baseball Classic tournament
SiriusXM will air live broadcasts from every game of the World Baseball Classic, starting this week.
Gigi Sohn withdraws from nomination for FCC spot
Gigi Sohn, the Biden administration's pick to fill a vacancy at the FCC, has withdrawn her name from consideration.
Writer on “Shitty Media Men” list settles defamation case
A writer whose name appeared on the "Shitty Media Men" list has settled his defamation case for six figures, according to a report.
Spectrum unlocks movies for Women’s History Month
Spectrum TV is unlocking dozens of women-centric films and documentaries in celebration of Women's History Month.
Amazon to stream Black Friday NFL game for free
Amazon will broadcast a special Black Friday telecast of a National Football League game for free later this year.
Byron Allen launches bid for Paramount’s BET
Byron Allen is reportedly interested in acquiring the BET Media Group from Paramount Global, according to a new report.
NewsNation to franchise The Hill brand for panel show
NewsNation will launch a political affairs panel show that franchises the brand name of its politics-centric website The Hill.
Judge strips control of radio stations from owner
A federal judge this week stripped control of three FM radio stations from embattled broadcaster Ed Stolz.