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Dish Network hits pirate IPTV operator with $31 million lawsuit
Dish Network has filed a federal lawsuit against an Internet-based streaming television service, accusing the service of illegally pirating its satellite channels.
ESPN confirms interest in Sunday Ticket, but nothing decided yet
ESPN executives say the network is ready to hold discussions with the NFL over the Sunday Ticket package.
NFL goes big on streaming’s future with new broadcast distribution deals
The NFL ended months of anticipation when it announced news broadcast and cable distribution deals that cover television rights to its football games.
Reuters sued by activists in California after giving personal information to feds
Activists are suing Thomson Reuters in federal court over the illegal collection and dissemination of personal information to law enforcement groups.
AT&T ends “sponsored data” scheme after California net neutrality law takes effect
AT&T says it will stop its "sponsored data" scheme that allowed customers to use certain streaming television apps without restriction.
YouTube TV adds more ViacomCBS channels to lineup
YouTube TV has added seven digital channels from the ViacomCBS portfolio of cable and broadcast networks.
Nuvyyo releases new four-tuner Tablo DVR with HDMI support
Canadian television hardware maker Nuvyyo has released a new version of its Tablo DVR that features four tuners and plugs right into the back of a TV set.
Comcast says it will finally drop KCRA from some systems
For the second time in less than a year, Comcast is warning some customers that they will lose KCRA and a few other Hearst Television-owned stations will be dropped on out-of-market systems.
SiriusXM’s latest satellite a “total loss” in space
SiriusXM's newest satellite has been declared a total loss after it suffered from several failures during a series of in-orbit tests earlier this year.
AT&T to force California customers into arbitration in bid to curb class action lawsuits
AT&T has sent a notice to its customers in California binding them to a new arbitration agreement if they continue to use its services.
New Android TV stick bearing Walmart’s Onn brand surfaces
Documents filed with federal regulators on Monday offered a sneak peek at a new Android TV device that is being designed by Walmart's in-house electronics brand Onn.
Peacock to offer every episode of “The Office” free for one week
From March 18 to March 24, all episodes of "The Office" will be free to stream with ads on Peacock.