Paramount Plus streaming service to launch in Japan
Paramount Global will launch the subscription-based video streamer in partnership with a cable operator and a premium movie network.
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Freeview broadcasters develop streaming version of service
The BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5 are banding together to develop a streaming version of Freeview called “Freely.”
NYT’s Wirecutter pulls recommendation of Wyze cameras
The consumer publication Wirecutter says it will stop recommending Wyze surveillance cameras over a recent security incident.
WBD confirms live sports tier coming to Max streaming service
WBD will stream live sports from TBS, TNT and TruTV on its Max service, initially for free.
ESPN app lands on Vizio smart TV sets
Vizio has launched the standalone ESPN app on its SmartCast-enabled TV sets, the company announced on Tuesday.
Ofcom says GB News violated rules with political interview
A segment broadcast on British channel GB News violated various media regulations, Ofcom said on Monday.
BBC will refresh news website to target U.S. readers
BBC Studios will relaunch its news website next year, with a focus on targeting American news consumers with “personalized” content.
More “Monday Night Football” games to simulcast on ABC
ABC will simulcast more Monday Night Football games this season as strikes involving Hollywood actors and writers continue on.
DirecTV, Nexstar finalize new channel carriage deal
DirecTV and Nexstar have finalized their carriage deal that brings more than 160 local stations back to the satellite and streaming platform.
Viewpoint: Flushed! An open letter to Spotify’s Daniel Ek
Spotify gets 30 percent less now from each user than they did in 2016. They’re still asymptotic to profitability.
