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Haystack News launching several pop-up live channels in June
Haystack News says it will offer live streams of several news events throughout the month of June.
CNN lines up original programs for CNN Plus streamer
CNN has inked deals with Anderson Cooper, Don Lemon and other talent to host original shows on the future streamer CNN Plus.
Warner Bros. Discovery to be new name of fused content company
The new company name, Warner Bros. Discovery, was unveiled at a staff meeting on Tuesday.
Anker teases new Android TV device under Nebula brand
This week, Anker teased a new Android TV device that is set to be released in Japan under the company's consumer video electronics brand Nebula.
Starz nets 29.5 million global subscribers, including 10 million U.S. streamers
Lionsgate says its premium pay television network Starz now has more than 29.5 million global subscribers.
Roku inks deal to offer new Saban movies on Roku Channel
Roku will add more movies to its free, ad-supported streaming service thanks to a new agreement with Saban Films.
WarnerMedia’s Kilar to stay on through year’s end
AT&T WarnerMedia's chief executive Jason Kilar will stay on at the company through at least the end of the year.
Samsung mulls offering TV Plus on other streaming devices
Samsung executives are considering the possibility of offering Samsung TV Plus on non-Samsung devices for the first time, according to a source.
Amazon to acquire MGM Studios for nearly $9 billion
Under the deal, Amazon will acquire the intellectual property rights to roughly 4,000 MGM-produced and distributed films along with thousands of hours of television content.
CNN streaming service still in development, coming within a year
A standalone streaming service for CNN is still in development is on track to launch within the next year.
Philo rolls out rare price increase, expands DVR offering
Philo will raise its base subscription tier to $25 a month while increasing the accessibility of its cloud DVR feature.
Amazon rolls out sale on Fire TV devices
Amazon has slapped a sale sticker on a number of its Fire TV devices.