News Brief
Quick stories from the technology, journalism and media industries, updated daily.
Sky Showtime debuts premium tier with 4K streaming
Sky Showtime has introduced a new premium tier of service that offers a number of perks aimed at movie and TV fans.
Congress should force AM radio broadcasters to serve the public interest
If lawmakers are going to require automakers to install AM radio receivers as a "safety feature," they also need to ensure AM radio broadcasters are undertaking the responsibilities of their license.
By:
Matthew Jordan
Gray Media launches dedicated Local News Live app
Gray Media has debuted a new app focused on its Local News Live streaming channel.
Gray Media stations raise $290,000 for Hurricane Helene relief
Gray itself is donating an additional $50,000 to Hurricane Helene relief funds.
By:
Gray Media (press release)
ABC sees high viewership with college football games
The network was the most-watched for college football games in September, per Nielsen data.
Trump agrees to Fox News interview at Butler rally
Former President Donald Trump will be interviewed by Fox News personality Laura Ingraham during a campaign rally on Saturday.
The Desk, Rick Howe to launch new video series “The Editor’s Desk”
The Desk is partnering with media analyst Rick Howe on a new weekly video series that will dissect the biggest headlines from the media and tech industries.
Tesla to stop subsidizing LiveOne music subscriptions
The streaming music service says it will offer Tesla drivers a discount on its premium offerings.
Radio stations start to come back online after Hurricane Helene
Broadcast radio and TV stations continue to return to the airwaves, about a week after Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 storm.
VP debate audience skewed older, Samba TV data reveals
Arizona, Michigan, Nevada and Wisconsin over-indexed with debate viewership among the critical swing states, the measurement firm said.
WBD renews deal with All Elite Wrestling, will stream shows on Max
The agreement keeps AEW's two shows on TBS and TNT for a few more years, and gives WBD the right to sell pay-per-view events on its streaming service Max.
Tablo brings Apple TV support to fourth-gen device
The Tablo app for Apple TV is now available to users of the fourth-generation DVR, parent companies Nuvyyo and Scripps said on Wednesday.