Group linked to law firm challenges sale of Sinclair TV stations
A group called Frequency Forward has filed a petition with the FCC challenging Sinclair’s planned divestiture of certain local TV assets to a former Bally Sports executive.
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Hub: Roku streaming platform most-prominent in American homes
American streamers are more likely to watch connected television content from Roku-powered smart TVs and streaming devices compared to any other platform.
Broadcast TV news remains popular in Australia
News networks are growing their viewership in Australia on three of the country’s main broadcast networks, according to ratings data released this week.
DirecTV unifies product line-up under single brand identity
DirecTV has streamlined its satellite and streaming products under a single brand name, which offers greater choice and flexibility for TV and sports fans.
Dish asks FCC to allow distant feeds during local TV carriage disputes
Present rules prevent Dish Network and DirecTV from importing distant local signals during programming related blackouts. Echostar says that should change.
Salem Radio’s Hugh Hewitt joins Fox News as contributor
Hugh Hewitt is joining Fox News Media as an on-air contributor, the broadcaster announced on Friday.
European Broadcasting Union launches fact-checking unit
Public service broadcasters participating in the EBU will work on a new fact-check initiative that will strengthen investigative journalism and help fight online misinformation.
John Malone to take chair emeritus status at WBD
John Malone has announced he will not seek re-election to the board of directors at Warner Bros Discovery.
Horowitz: Antenna adoption declines in U.S. homes
The number of Americans who regularly use antennas to watch television has declined over the past five years, according to a new report released by Horowitz Research on Thursday.
Sinclair networks see lift from NCAA March Madness final
Comet, Charge and TBD saw higher viewership immediately after the Florida-Houston game in key markets where CBS-owned stations are affiliates.
FreeCast launches free streaming channel Cigar TV
FreeCast has launched a new specialty channel called Cigar TV, which is now available on its own connected TV platform and on Roku.
Questex to launch European version of Stream TV Show
Questex is launching a European version of its StreamTV Show next year.