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Netflix grabs worldwide streaming rights to “Sesame Street”
Netflix announced on Monday it has snagged the worldwide streaming distribution rights to Sesame Street, a deal that also involves games.
Verizon gets FCC approval to acquire Frontier
The telecom's commitment to ending diversity and equity programs was a key factor in securing FCC approval.
Parks: Most streamers use ad-supported products
As more Americans use ad-supported streaming video services, marketers have numerous opportunities to engage with viewers through interactive formats.
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Judge scolds defense attorneys in Fox News leaks case
The judge said attorneys Michael Maddux and Mark D. Rasch were "unprofessional" when they filed a motion that contained many mistakes.
Charter, Cox agree to $34.5 billion merger
Charter has agreed to merge with Cox Communications in a deal valued at over $34 billion.
USAGM fires hundreds of Voice of America contractors
The move affects more than 500 freelance workers, including reporters, photographers and other journalists; many hold work permit visas, and will be asked to leave the country.
Newsmax grows revenue to $45.3 million in Q1
Newsmax grew its overall revenue spurred by gains in its subscription and advertising businesses, which helped lower its operating loss during Q1.
DirecTV to offer expanded access to WNBA games from Scripps Sports
DirecTV will offer extra WNBA games on Ion as part of a partnership with Scripps Sports, the companies affirmed this week.
Comcast begins offering weekly MLS Season Pass matches
Comcast is building on its content distribution partnership with Apple by making weekly matches from the tech company's MLS Season Pass available for free within its platform.
Report: Americans spend $200 annually on unused subscriptions
The average American spends nearly $1,100 on subscription products each year, of which $200 goes toward services they rarely, or never, use.
Netflix says ad-supported tier has 94 million users
Netflix says 94 million users around the world are streaming content with ads.
