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Seth Rogen videogame documentary to premiere on CBS All Access
"Console Wars" illustrates the 1990s-era business battle between Nintendo and Sega.
Plex pulls plug on problematic platforms
The popular network streaming app is dropping support for older-model smart TVs and streaming devices that aren't compatible with certain security measures.
SiriusXM issues fresh guidance with increased subscriber projection
The company says it expects to end the year with a net addition of 700,000 subscribers.
Television reporter stabbed during activist rally in Boston
Ted Wayman of Boston's WCVB was stabbed while on assignment over the weekend, the station that employs him confirmed on Tuesday.
Cable agreements complicate plans for cheaper HBO Max
Executives at HBO are wrestling with how to launch a cheaper, ad-supported version of HBO Max without stepping on cable deals.
Cousin Brucie resurfaces at WABC after SiriusXM stint
Veteran radio broadcaster Bruce Meyerowitz, better known by his on-air moniker Cousin Brucie, has returned to the airwaves.
FCC drops rule requiring cable companies to provide CableCARDs
The rule was intended to foster competition and innovation in the consumer cable box space, but the FCC admits that never happened.
Altice, Rogers to pursue bid for Cogeco despite rejection
Cogeco's board and top investor jointly rejected an unsolicited $7.9 bililon offer to acquire the Canadian cable firm.
Nexstar’s “NewsNation” grabs few viewers at launch
The "stick-to-the-facts" prime-time newscast drew less viewers than all three cable news networks.
Fubo TV drops some CBS affiliates over dispute with Nexstar
Fubo has pulled a handful of Nexstar-owned CBS affiliates after its contract to carry the stations ended recently.
PBS rolls out free live stream of select member stations
PBS is rolling out free live streams of select member stations, including several local stations in California.
YouTube TV makes NFL Network, NFL RedZone available to subscribers
The NFL Network is included in YouTube TV's base subscription while NFL RedZone is available as a premium add-on with other sports networks.