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Fox acquires Tigo Sports, to launch Fox Channel in Latin American countries
Fox has acquired Tigo Sports Channel operations in six Central American countries, and will launch a new Fox programming channel.
Nielsen appoints Roberto Ruiz as Head of Measurement Sciences
Roberto Ruiz has been named the new Head of Measurement Sciences at Nielsen, the company said in a statement on Monday.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Bango: Higher streaming prices driving consumers to bundles
Consumers are shifting from direct streaming subscriptions to bundled services offered by telecom and other providers, according to Bango.
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YouTube raises price of ad-free, family plans
YouTube has notified customers of its two Premium plans that the amount they pay to watch content without advertising interruptions is about to go up.
Viewpoint: What happens next for Nexstar and TEGNA?
Will Nexstar be forced to make some compromises to settle a federal antitrust lawsuit and finally close on its merger with TEGNA? Or will the deal collapse?
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Kirk Varner
OPINION
Judge extends, modifies restraining order in Nexstar-TEGNA legal challenge
A federal judge extended a temporary restraining order, modifying it to give Nexstar greater ability to make routine payments associated with TEGNA.
Sling TV launches “Essential” pack with ESPN, Disney Channel
The plan costs $20 per month and includes access to two ESPN network, the Disney Channel, MeTV and other networks.
Shudder lands streaming rights to “Tales from the Crypt”
Shudder will offer all seven seasons of "Tales from the Crypt" uncensored in May.
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Justice Department probes NFL deals with streaming services
The DOJ has opened an antitrust investigation into the NFL’s media rights deals with broadcasters and streaming platforms.
Comcast adds HBO Max, Disney Plus to StreamSaver bundle
Plans range from $18 to $35 per month, offering discounted access to multiple ad-supported streaming platforms.
LTN rolls out IP-based improvements as broadcasters shift away from satellite delivery
LTN on Thursday unveiled a series of enhancements to its global IP video network, positioning the upgrades as a response to growing demand from broadcasters shifting away from satellite-based distribution amid looming spectrum constraints.
Scripps Sports to bring Nashville Predators games to broadcast TV
The E. W. Scripps Company has committed itself to more live sports rights on broadcast TV through a new deal with the Nashville Predators.