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Paramount reports flat revenue during Q3, streaming subscribers up
Paramount posted mixed results in its first full quarter since merging with Skydance, as strength in streaming offset ongoing weakness in its traditional television business.
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Sky News to use AI platforms developed by Washington Post
Sky News partnered with the Washington Post's Arc XP to power its five-year digital transformation initiative, Sky News 2030.
Ampere: Older audiences driving adoption of YouTube on TV
The trend has accelerated adoption of YouTube in the homes of streaming consumers who are looking for entertainment, news and sports across different platforms.
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After SiriusXM partnership, TikTok forges radio pact with iHeart
iHeart and TikTok have forged a partnership that involves content distribution and a linear channel called TikTok Radio.
Amazon brings local TV advertising to Prime Video
Amazon has launched a new ad format that offers contextual, localized messaging through spots purchased within Prime Video.
Reddit tests interactive ad feature with Paramount, EA Sports
Reddit is testing a new interactive ad format that courts engagement from its users.
LinkedIn courts more news posts, amends acceptable content policy
LinkedIn is amending its acceptable content policy to include potentially-offensive materials that have probative news or historic value.
Comcast’s Sky to stop offering Sky Live service in December
Customers with Sky Live cameras will be able to use the platform until it closes for good in December.
T-Mobile adds Paramount Plus streaming perk to home Internet
The company is relaunching its home Internet plans with three tiers of service, including one that offers streaming perks.
AccuWeather to provide forecasting to MS NOW, CNBC
MS NOW and CNBC will gain access to reporters and forecasts from AccuWeather as part of the new multi-year partnership.
TEGNA reports lower distribution, ad revenue during Q3
Overall revenue was depressed by a predictable drop in political advertising spend against TEGNA-owned local TV stations during Q3.
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Google starts integrating smart assistant Gemini into Google TV Streamer box
Google is bringing its Gemini smart assistant to the Google TV Streamer this week.
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