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Quick stories from the technology, journalism and media industries, updated daily.
Viewpoint: YouTube TV carrying C-SPAN makes no sense
C-SPAN's own business decisions are keeping the network from being offered on streaming TV platforms.
Walmart, Disney form advertising partnership
The marriage of Walmart Plus and Disney Audience Graph will allow marketers to launch and effectively measure their ad campaigns.
Jon Stewart to host “Daily Show” on Thursday
Jordan Klepper will fill in for the veteran Comedy Central host.
Disney will offer ESPN tile on Disney Plus later this year
Disney executives say a dedicated ESPN sports tile is coming to Disney Plus later this year.
Weigel reveals list of cartoons coming to MeTV Toons channel
"Tom & Jerry," "The Smurfs," "Wacky Races" and "Freakazoid!" are some of the animated series coming to the new network this summer.
Fubo seeks second congressional hearing on pay TV industry woes
Fubo is asking federal lawmakers to hold a second hearing exploring competition in the pay television space, with a specific focus on a forthcoming streaming service being developed by broadcasters.
Weigel launching retro cartoon channel MeTV Toons
The channel, which will feature classic animated series, will debut on free, ad-supported streaming platforms and broadcast TV in mid-June.
Fubo unveils carousels, pause ads within streaming service
Fubo has debuted four new CTV ad units that marketers can take advantage of to reach premium linear content streamers.
Roku debuts new content line-up, ad opportunities in Roku City
A new zone for the Summer Olympic Games and a partnership with The Trade Desk were among the reveals.
Comcast turns down offer to extend Diamond Sports carriage deal
The situation means Comcast's Xfinity TV subscribers are likely to lose access to their local Bally Sports channel in the near future.
Google offers Display & Video 360 update at NewFronts
Step into the future of ad buying. Experiment, ask questions and let Display & Video 360 fuel your growth. This opportunity is unprecedented — make it yours.
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Kristen O’Hara
Samsung TV Plus launches new pro-sports partnerships
New performance-driven advertiser solutions unveiled to include direct access across CTV and Mobile Ad inventory where users get news and Olympics content