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NBC News eliminates DEI-focused news teams amid layoffs
NBC News has dissolved a number of teams that were focused on reporting centered around DEI topics as part of a broader restructuring of its editorial operation.
Samsung TV Plus, Spotify partner on streaming podcast channel
Samsung TV Plus has launched a new channel that offers video-based versions of podcasts from Spotify's production unit The Ringer.
Layoffs impact NBC News staffers ahead of Versant spin-out
NBC Universal is moving forward with pink slips at NBC News, weeks before the spin-off of its cable networks business into Versant is expected to move forward.
Parks: Adoption of free streaming services starts to level off
Nearly half of all Americans now use FAST services on a regular basis, but adoption of free streaming platforms is starting to level off.
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Fawesome licenses more Spanish-language content for FAST platforms
Fawesome has expanded its Spanish-language content through new licensing deals with major distributors including TV Azteca, Caracol, Cisneros and others.
Viamedia rebrands with emphasis on artificial intelligence
Viamedia has rebranded as Viamedia.ai, introducing a new artificial intelligence platform that combines traditional TV, connected TV and digital advertising into a single system.
ESPN: Pat McAfee Show grabs 1 billion views on socials in September
ESPN says its simulcast of "The Pat McAfee Show" helped the topical sports program earn more than 1 billion social media views in September.
Freely adding new channels from Hearst, Bloomberg, AMC Networks
Everyone TV, the joint venture backed by the United Kingdom's four public service broadcasters, is partnering with other content providers to launch new channels on its Freely platform.
Roku launches connected TV ad platform in Brazil
Roku has launched a new connected TV advertising marketplace in Brazil, marking the company's latest international expansion as it seeks to capitalize on that country’s booming streaming audience.
Free Live Sports, TiVo bringing free sports channels to smart TVs, cars
Free Live Sports will roll out 45 free ad-supported sports channels on devices powered by TiVo, including smart TVs and the DTS AutoStage Video Service available in select BMW vehicles
DIRECTV, Glance partner on artificial intelligence ad, data features
The features will include personalized marketing experiences and data-driven information like weather forecasts and sports scores.
Titan Ads forms strategic partnership with TiVo in Europe
Titan Operating Systems has entered into a strategic partnership with Xperi's TiVo that involves connected TV ad sales on devices in Europe, the companies announced on Tuesday.