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Quick stories from the technology, journalism and media industries, updated daily.
Plex reaches milestone of over 1,000 FAST content streams
More than 800 of Plex's 1,100-plus free streaming TV channels are available to users in the United States, the company affirmed on Wednesday.
Ofcom revises accessibility code to include streaming TV services
The code requires video program providers to offer accessibility features like subtitles and descriptive audio.
NPR suspends editor Uri Berliner over criticism of network
The suspension without pay comes after the business desk editor published an essay accusing NPR of embracing a partisan editorial agenda.
TCL producing original content using AI for FAST service
"Next Stop Paris" uses real voiceover actors to provide dialogue to AI-created characters.
Sinclair joins Entertainment ID Registry, executive to serve on board
Mike Palmer, Sinclair's Assistant Vice President for Media Management, will serve a one-year term on EIDR's board of directors, the company affirmed on Thursday.
Scripps rebranding Ion around live sports, events
The push is part of a pitch to advertisers during the Upfronts season, and seeks to leverage higher interest in women's professional basketball and soccer.
Premier Sports relaunches after Viaplay sells UK business
Premier Sports has relaunched in the United Kingdom following the sale of the business by Swedish-based media company Viaplay Group
Ex-NBC boss Jeff Shell could head to Paramount post-Skydance merger
The deal would likely include RedBird Capital Partners, where former NBC Universal boss Jeff Shell overseas sports and media investments.
FCC upholds revocation of Pennsylvania radio station owner’s broadcast license
The broadcaster, Roger Wahl, shut down his radio operation on Friday.
Greg Gutfeld signs new contract with Fox News Media
Greg Gutfeld has signed a new multi-year agreement with Fox News that will keep his late night talk show program on the channel for a while longer.
CW Network launches first original FAST channel
The channel, available on the CW Network website, offers a marathon of "Penn & Teller: Fool Us"
Comscore gets national currency certification from JIC
The accreditation comes one week after a distinguished honor from the Media Research Council.