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FCC issues public interest reminder as ABC renews broadcast TV licenses
FCC Chairman Carr reminded broadcasters of their "public interest" obligations; ABC said it renewed the licenses of its TV stations under duress.
DIRECTV likely to lose Scripps-owned stations as contract expiration nears
DIRECTV is set to lose dozens of local TV stations owned by the E. W. Scripps Company at the end of the month.
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MRC reaffirms accreditation for Nielsen’s Big Data + Panels currency
The MRC said it is satisfied Nielsen has addressed points made in a March marketplace update that expressed concern about some of the intelligence firm's methodologies.
Nexstar Chief Legal Officer Rachel Morgan departs company
Nexstar's top legal executive is departing the company for a new opportunity, according to a memo circulated to colleagues.
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Security researchers say Trump Mobile exposed customer data online
Trump Mobile accidentally exposed non-sensitive personal information of potentially thousands of customers who pre-ordered its flagship smartphone.
Ampere: Streamers waiting longer for return of hit shows
The average gap between seasons of scripted streaming originals grew from 12 months in 2020 to 21 months in 2025.
Ampere Analysis acquires PlumResearch, accepts investment from Goldenpeak
Goldenpeak’s investment in Ampere Analysis will fund expansion, including Ampere’s acquisition of PlumResearch.
DIRECTV to raise prices on slimmer, genre-based packages
DIRECTV is raising the price of some genre-based packages starting in mid-June, a move likely tied to higher programming-related costs.
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Talk Back to Television: Tim Hanlon, the Vertere Group (May 28, 2026)
Rick Howe welcomes The Vertere Group's Tim Hanlon to discuss the evolution of the sports media business and its relation to fandom.
TV groups to FCC: Current parental ratings system works fine
A consortium of industry groups have urged the FCC to maintain the existing parental ratings system for TV shows, saying the current model works fine.
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NewsNation launches new Chicago studio as part of podcast push
NewsNation is expanding its digital-first offerings with the launch of several new shows, plus the development of a digital-first studio in Chicago.
Roku adds Fox One to subscription platform ahead of FIFA World Cup tournament
Roku has added Fox One to its premium subscription marketplace available through The Roku Channel app; the service costs $20 per month.