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Local NBC stations begin issuing pink slips
Workers at NBC-owned local stations are receiving pink slips as part of a broader corporate restructuring at NBC properties.
SiriusXM launches new music chart show using Pandora listener data
Radio service SiriusXM has launched a new music chart show that leverages listener data from sister platform Pandora.
Media companies weigh creating streaming device to bypass Roku, Amazon talks
Media executives have weighed the possibility of creating a streaming device to serve as an alternative to Roku or Amazon, according to a report.
Philo’s success is just what investor Discovery needs
In a quarterly earnings call on Wednesday, Discovery's CEO quietly acknowledged the company's dependency on upstart Philo.
T-Mobile completes unification with Sprint brand, company says
T-Mobile says it has completed the unification of its brand with Sprint, the wireless company it acquired in April.
Dish acquires Ting Mobile, forges partnership with Tucows
Dish Network has acquired the assets of Ting Mobile, bringing more than 200,000 prepaid wireless subscribers under the control of the satellite television company.
Sinclair demands Washington Post retract story over pulled segment
The TV station owner says the newspaper column is "rife with inaccuracies, defamation, lies and conspiracy theories."
Spotify producing education-focused documentary podcast
Spotify is producing a three-part documentary on education and policy issues, according to a job listing.
Cousin Brucie to depart SiriusXM radio, teases eventual return elsewhere
Bruce Meyerowitz, better known by his on-air name "Cousin Brucie," will depart satellite radio service SiriusXM.
KCRA fires reporter months after bathroom video goes viral
Melinda Meza of KCRA-TV was released this week after her contract with the station ended, two sources with knowledge of the matter said.
Contract talks continue between Stern, SiriusXM
News of the discussion was confirmed by SiriusXM chief executive Jim Meyer during a conference call with investors on Thursday.
Vizio to replace Amazon Prime button after pressure from Walmart
Vizio will replace the Amazon Prime Video shortcut button on its remote controls after a request from retailer Walmart.