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Quick stories from the technology, journalism and media industries, updated daily.
LiveOne says 450,000 Tesla owners streaming audio through app
Nearly a half-million Tesla vehicle owners are streaming content through the premium audio service LiveOne.
Apple offering free preview weekend of Apple TV Plus
The home to "Ted Lasso," "The Morning Show" and "Severance" will be free during the first full weekend in January.
Free CNN streaming channel added to Titan OS
Two free CNN streaming channels are now available on Titan OS smart TVs in several European countries.
“Gavin & Stacey” Christmas Day special draws 12 million to BBC
The series finale of the BBC's "Gavin & Stacey" attracted a larger audience than the King's Christmas message aired on BBC, ITV and Sky.
NASDAQ warns Cumulus Media of possible delisting
Cumulus Media has received a letter from NASDAQ warning of a potential delisting from the stock exchange over its low per-share price.
What does Bluesky’s surge in popularity mean for journalism?
Reporters and editors are fleeing the unfriendly waters of X/Twitter for the level-headed Bluesky — is that a good thing?
By:
Craig Robertson
NFL Plus, DAZN to archive Netflix Christmas Day games
Two NFL games will be available to stream on-demand through Netflix for just a few hours after the live broadcasts conclude.
Netflix gets U.S. rights to FIFA Women’s World Cup
Netflix has clinched the exclusive domestic television rights to the FIFA Women's World Cup soccer tournament in 2027 and 2031.
LG launches free streaming audio service on smart TVs
LG has partnered with Radioline to launch a new ad-supported streaming audio service on its smart TVs.
Fubo adds Hallmark Plus to streaming marketplace
Fubo is now offering Hallmark Plus as an à la carte option and as an add-on to its base programming package of broadcast and cable channels.
Hearst taps Michael Solakian to lead D.C. bureau
Hearst Television on Thursday said it will appoint Michael Solakian to serve as the new bureau chief of its Washington, D.C.-based newsroom.
BBC World Service to expand broadcasts directed at Syria
The BBC will make additional news broadcasts in English and Arabic available throughout Syria via radio, the outlet announced this week.