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Disney Plus adds 24-hour “The Simpsons” streaming channel
700-plus episodes from the show's 35-season run are available to stream through the marathon channel.
U.S. Agency for Global Media sued over cancellation of grants
Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty has filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Agency for Global Media after its operational funding was terminated earlier this week.
Spectrum debuts Audience Reach Optimizer for advertisers
Charter has introduced a new tool called the Audience Reach Optimizer that is intended to help brands deliver more-effective campaigns to TV viewers.
Apple TV Plus launches on Prime Video Channels in New Zealand
Streamers in New Zealand can now watch Apple TV Plus content through Amazon's Prime Video service.
The Roku Channel adds FAST streams from Formula 1, One Championship
The new channels appear to be part of Roku's ongoing mission to beef up its FAST platform with sports content.
NBA viewership increases on ABC during 2024-2025 season
ABC said its telecast of National Basketball Association (NBA) games have drawn more viewership this season compared to last year.
Tubi: Streamers turned off by premium, ad-inclusive services
Most American consumers say ads are a fair trade-off for free streaming content, but they expect commercial-free experiences if they're paying for a video service.
Comcast brings NBC regional sports networks to Peacock
Comcast has brought its NBC-branded regional sports networks to Peacock as a separate add-on package.
FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks to resign
His departure will create another vacancy that Trump will need to fill.
Journalists at government-backed broadcasters work through layoffs
Despite an Executive Order that required a reduction in activity and workforce, some employees of U.S. Agency for Global Media outlets are reporting to work, unsure if they will receive a paycheck.
Super Bowl lifts broadcast, cable viewing over streaming in February
The championship NFL game, the NHL 4 Nations Face-Off and cable news drove time spent with traditional TV during the month.
Roku annoys customers with power-on advertisements
Roku has annoyed some of its streamers by introducing power-on ads that automatically play when a customer first starts using their TV.