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Matthew Keys is the award-winning founder and editor of TheDesk.net, an authoritative voice on broadcast and streaming TV, media and tech. With over ten years of experience, he's a recognized expert in broadcast, streaming, and digital media, with work featured in publications such as StreamTV Insider and Digital Content Next, and past roles at Thomson Reuters and Disney-ABC Television Group.
Versant completes acquisition of Free TV Networks
Versant has finalized the acquisition of Free TV Networks, the broadcast-focused media company founded by industry veteran Jonathan Katz.
CuriosityStream: Financial discipline led to revenue growth in 2025
The company expects Q4 revenue of $18 million to $20 million, up at least 27 percent year over year.
EARNINGS PREVIEW
Samsung, LG reveal lower profit in 2025
Samsung and LG reported lower profits in 2025 despite strong device and appliance sales, citing competitive and economic pressures.
EARNINGS PREVIEW
YouTube surpasses BBC in audience reach metric in U.K.
The BBC said it still leads on deeper engagement, averaging 47 million viewers using its 15-minute measure.
Revry hires Steven Toomey to serve as Head of Finance
Toomey's newly-created role is intended to strengthen the company's financial operations as it explores various growth opportunities
Scripps names Madhavi Tadikonda as Director, Network Sales
The E. W. Scripps Company has hired Madhavi Tadikonda to serve as the broadcaster's new Director of Network Sales.
Congress to continue funding Voice of America, despite Trump’s wishes
The proposal faces legislative hurdles and a potential presidential veto as legal challenges against USAGM continue.
Sinclair consolidates local news operations in New England
Sinclair is consolidating the newsrooms of two New England stations into a single unit and rebranding its ABC affiliate as "Coastal ABC."
Proposed laws would strengthen media protections in California
The proposals target political retaliation, courtroom exclusions and rising violence against news organizations.
Nexstar DEI philosophy could complicate TEGNA deal at FCC
A high-level Nexstar executive confirms DEI elements remain part of its "corporate philosophy," creating a possible catch-22 at the FCC as it weighs the Nexstar-TEGNA deal.
EXCLUSIVE
Scott Warren to oversee local CBS stations in San Francisco, Sacramento
Warren will continue leading innovation efforts, including AR and VR studios, across Northern California CBS stations.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Jimmy Zasowski promoted to President, Platform Distribution at Disney
The move comes as Disney navigates frequent distribution disputes and accelerates its direct-to-consumer strategy.
EXECUTIVE MOVES