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Tuff TV to relaunch on broadcast TV, streaming platforms in September
Exclusive: One of the country's first digital broadcast television networks will relaunch on over-the-air and streaming platforms in September.
Sharp TVs powered by TiVo start selling in U.S.
A handful of electronics retailers in the United States have started selling a model of Sharp TV that is powered by the new TiVo streaming operating system
DAZN gets exclusive TV rights to LIV Golf in Europe, Japan
DAZN has secured the global distribution rights to LIV Golf tournaments and events, including exclusive broadcast rights in several European countries and Japan.
Kari Lake calls for Voice of America to drop AP, Reuters contracts
The move will also see Voice of America end its business relationships with Agence France-Presse and Reuters, among other outlets.
Miami CBS station to debut virtual reality studio
A television station in Miami will become the sixth owned by Paramount Global to debut a mixed augmented reality-virtual reality studio.
DirecTV debuts regional sports add-on through MySports package
Subscribers in most major cities can add their local regional sports network to the MySports genre-based TV package.
NBC, IOC agree to expanded Olympics deal through 2036
Comcast's NBC Universal will continue to offer Olympic events through at least 2036, the company announced on Thursday.
Bango: Americans embrace streaming bundles as costs climb
Most U.S. households also want other types of bundles that include subscriptions to retailers, gaming platforms and even AI tools.
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Comcast boosts Xfinity Internet speeds
Customers with some popular Xfinity Internet plans can also add a an Xfinity Mobile wireless line free for a year.
Verizon to pull some Disney-owned channels from Fios TV
Four networks are affected; the decision comes as Verizon pushes Fios TV customers to other services.
Paramount relaunches Five app, adds FAST channels
Paramount has moved forward with a brand identity refresh for its Five broadcast network, which also involves a relaunch of its companion streaming app.
LG unveils $25,000 OLED smart TV
If you want the biggest and best smart TV that LG Electronics will offer this year, be prepared to pay for the privilege.