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Nielsen to measure Lionsgate multicast network Moviesphere Gold
Nielsen will begin measuring Moviesphere Gold as part of its aggregated ratings for the FAST channel Moviesphere.
Paramount Plus to stream UEFA Champions League games in U.K., Ireland
Paramount Global has secured the exclusive streaming rights to UEFA Champions League games offered in the United Kingdom, starting with the 2027 season.
ACE, DAZN shut down pirate service Photocall
ACE and sports streamer DAZN joined forces to target and shut down an illegal streaming website in Spain called Photocall.
Xperi promotes Matt Milne to President, Tivo Ads
Xperi has appointed Matt Milne to serve as its President of TiVo Ads, adding to his current responsibility as Chief Revenue Officer of the company.
TripleLift brings pause ads to Xumo, Plex
TripleLift expanded its pause ads format to new partners including Xumo and Plex, offering broader access to premium CTV inventory.
Verizon starts offering Disney bundle with ESPN Unlimited to customers
Verizon has refreshed some of its Disney-related streaming perks, with two new bundles offering access to the streaming sports plan ESPN Unlimited, the company confirmed to The Desk on Tuesday.
TEGNA shareholders approve proposed Nexstar acquisition
Shareholders of TEGNA have signaled their approval of a proposed merger involving Nexstar Media Group, the companies announced on Tuesday.
MyFree DIRECTV adds more sports, entertainment channels as service celebrates milestone
MyFree DIRECTV is adding seven new linear content streams, including four from AMC Networks.
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Starz courts A+E Global Media, but no purchase offer on the table
Starz has expressed an interest in acquiring some or all of A+E Global Media, according to a report.
RTL Group CEO Thomas Rabe to step down in 2026
aThomas Rabe, the Chief Executive Officer of RTL Group, will step down from that role at the European broadcast conglomerate next year.
Charter offering Spectrum Internet free Gig speed boost during Thanksgiving
Charter Communications is giving customers of its Spectrum Internet service faster download speeds during the busy Thanksgiving holiday.
Apple to stop charging separate subscription for MLS Season Pass
Apple will stop charging a separate fee for Major League Soccer games next year, according to a report.