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FCC proposes fine against Gray over Alaska TV stations
Federal regulators are seeking a half-million dollar fine against Gray Television over its ownership of two television stations in Alaska.
Feds say Broadcom used “monopolist” acts against pay TV providers
The FTC said Broadcom's "loyalty agreements" with hardware makers and pay TV companies violated anti-monopoly laws.
Pluto TV launches South Park channel in Latin America
Pluto TV is now streaming classic episodes of "South Park" in more than a dozen Latin American countries.
Comcast grabs Universal film rights from HBO for Peacock
Peacock will become the exclusive home of current and new films from Universal Pictures starting in 2022.
Sling TV offers free preview of Hallmark Channel
Dish Network's streaming TV service Sling TV is offering subscribers the opportunity to watch the Hallmark Channel for free.
T-Mobile to offer $200 5G-capable smartphone
T-Mobile says it will soon offer the cheapest 5G-capable smartphone in the United States.
Wide Open West sells off part of service footprint
Wide Open West inked two separate deals late last month that will result in the cable company selling off part of its service footprint.
Sinclair places bid for Comcast’s regional sports networks
Sinclair Broadcast Group has emerged as a potential buyer for Comcast's seven regional cable sports channels, according to a report.
Exclusive: Philo weighs adding Spanish-language package
Philo is in the preliminary stages of creating a Spanish-language package of streaming networks and content.
Fubo TV cites cost in decision to drop A&E, History
Fubo TV has dropped several channels owned by A+E Networks, with the company saying the channels were too expensive to keep.
ViacomCBS introduces Nickelodeon-themed smartwatch for kids
ViacomCBS has licensed the Nickelodeon brand name to an Israeli company for a new smartwatch targeted to kids.
Exclusive: Philo quietly doubles donation of ad inventory to social causes
Philo has doubled down on its philanthropic endeavors, donating $2 million in advertisement inventory to social justice causes and other charitable initiatives.