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Quick stories from the technology, journalism and media industries, updated daily.
John Malone to take chair emeritus status at WBD
John Malone has announced he will not seek re-election to the board of directors at Warner Bros Discovery.
FreeCast launches free streaming channel Cigar TV
FreeCast has launched a new specialty channel called Cigar TV, which is now available on its own connected TV platform and on Roku.
Scripps completes refinancing of term loans
Scripps has completed the refinancing of its term loans and secured a new revolving credit facility, the company said on Thursday.
Comcast’s Sky to bring Saturday Night Live to London
Comcast's Sky Group is working with "Saturday Night Live" creator and executive producer Lorne Michaels on a British adaptation of the light night sketch comedy show.
Charter ad business Spectrum Reach partners with PubMatic
Charter's ad business Spectrum Reach has formed a partnership with PubMatic that will help marketers across both services.
Apple offers substantial discount on Apple TV Plus streaming service
Apple is hoping to win back some former users of its streaming service by dangling a deep discount to Apple TV Plus over the next few months.
Viewpoint: When Nexstar and Network cross paths
Nexstar's demand that its local news stations run segments promoting media deregulation feels a bit like the 1970s-era film "Network" come to life, writes Kirk Varner.
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Scripps promotes new station leaders in Detroit, Salt Lake City
The E. W. Scripps Company has promoted a pair of news directors to serve as station leaders for its local television outlets in Detroit and Salt Lake City.
Telenet, Bango partner on subscription management platform
Telenet's phone, broadband and TV customers can now purchase subscriptions and bundles from leading streaming services and others.
Stephen A. Smith downplays interest in presidential run
Stephen A. Smith doesn't want to be president.
CNN to host town hall events with federal lawmakers this week
A town hall with Senator Bernie Sanders airs Wednesday, followed by a similar event with four members of Congress on Thursday.
Grant Napear loses lawsuit against Bonneville over firing
Napear sued Bonneville International after he was terminated for tweeting "All Lives Matter" during protests over George Floyd's murder.