News Brief
Quick stories from the technology, journalism and media industries, updated daily.
Weigel brings MeTV back to Dish Network — but with a catch
Weigel has expanded its distribution agreement with Dish to include multicast networks like MeTV on the satellite platform.
Beasley Media business woes extend into Q3
Beasley Media continued to experience pains in the traditional broadcasting sector as ad dollars shift from radio toward connected audio products.
Paramount to raise price of Paramount Plus in January
Executives justified the cost adjustment by citing Paramount's investment in more premium sports, including UFC.
Sky News to use AI platforms developed by Washington Post
Sky News partnered with the Washington Post's Arc XP to power its five-year digital transformation initiative, Sky News 2030.
Comcast’s Sky to stop offering Sky Live service in December
Customers with Sky Live cameras will be able to use the platform until it closes for good in December.
T-Mobile adds Paramount Plus streaming perk to home Internet
The company is relaunching its home Internet plans with three tiers of service, including one that offers streaming perks.
Google starts integrating smart assistant Gemini into Google TV Streamer box
Google is bringing its Gemini smart assistant to the Google TV Streamer this week.
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Spectrum News launches new regional news network in Georgia
Spectrum News has launched a new regional news chanle for its TV subscribers in Georgia.
WCYB meteorologist Dave Dierks to retire after four decades on-air
WCYB's first meteorologist Dave Dierks will retire from the station in August 2026.
Scripps Sports gets rights to Major League Volleyball championship
Scripps has announced a new deal this week to bring the championship series from Major League Volleyball to Ion in 2026.
Review board says AT&T should modify iPhone 16 Pro marketing spot
The NARB has affirmed the NAD's order on an AT&T promotion that misrepresented who was eligible for an iPhone 16 Pro "on us."
The Trade Desk revenue grows 18 percent on strong advertiser demand
The Trade Desk saw strong interest in its advertising technology solutions during the third quarter of the year.
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