News Brief
Quick stories from the technology, journalism and media industries, updated daily.
TikTok hires former WBD communications chief Nathaniel Brown
Former WBD communications chief Nathaniel Brown has resurfaced as TikTok's new global communications chief.
Viamedia acquires ad programmer LocalFactor
Viamedia, the country's biggest independent representative firm for digital and linear advertisers, has acquired omnichannel advertising company LocalFactor.
Philo hires Steven Chang as Head of Integrated Product Marketing
Chang previously worked at Verizon Media, later Yahoo, and held roles at Roku and Amazon Studios.
NBC seeks $7 million in Super Bowl spot commitments
NBC Universal is hoping to score at least $7 million per 30-second commercial spot aired during Super Bowl LX.
Amanda Wills returns to CNN as Chief Content Officer
Amanda Wills is returning to CNN as its Chief Content Officer, where she will oversee content initiatives for its TV channel, streaming services and digital platforms.
Fox News Digital leads February in multiplatform views, minutes
Fox News Digital finished the month of February with the most multiplatform views and minutes across its core competitive set of news brands.
Yahoo sells TechCrunch to private investment firm Regent
The sale puts TechCrunch back into the ownership of a private equity group; it was founded in 2005 by the operators of a venture capital firm.
Tubi CEO Anjali Sud appointed to SiriusXM board
Premium audio provider SiriusXM has appointed Tubi CEO Anjali Sud to its board of directors.
Eutelsat, Vestel unveil smart TV with Sat.TV Connect support
Eutelsat and Vestel have announced the first smart TV that integrates with the new Sat.TV Connect standard.
Apollo Global explores selling Cox Media Group
Apollo Global Management has hired a New York investment firm to help it explore a potential sale of its radio and television stations.
French media regulator orders two Russian channels off satellite
ARCOM has ordered the country's private satellite broadcaster Eutelsat to stop offering two Russian channels on its platform
Fubo will share Texas Rangers sponsorship with DirecTV
DirecTV will provide the Rangers Sports Network feed that is displayed on TVs within Globe Life Field, and have its logo prominently displayed on the stadium's video billboard and LED ribbons.