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Broadcast TV outperformed streaming during 2024 Summer Olympic Games
While Peacock was seen as the big innovator of the 2024 Summer Games, ratings data showed most Americans preferred watching on free broadcast TV over streaming platforms.
Paramount to rebrand Britain’s Channel 5 to simply “5”
Paramount Global will rebrand its public service broadcaster in the U.K. to "Five" and incorporate more of its own intellectual property into its schedule.
Edgar Bronfman, Jr. submits bid for Paramount Global
After weeks of speculation, media executive Edgar Bronfman, Jr. has made his play for Paramount Global.
Fox News Digital has milestone month in July
Fox News Media's digital brand Fox News Digital finished July as the top news brand in key metrics, beating CNN and the New York Times.
Apple brings Podcasts app to web browsers
Apple is bringing its popular Podcasts app to web browsers for the first time — and users don't even need to sign in to stream content.
CNN brings Amber Ruffin, Michael Ian Black to quiz show
CNN has tapped acclaimed comedians Amber Ruffin and Michael Ian Black to serve as the team captains for Have I Got News For You.
Streamers convert from FAST to SVOD to continue watching shows, study reveals
While FAST platforms are helping streamers cut back on subscriptions, some are willing to take a premium video service if it means they can keep watching a series they've discovered on a FAST platform.
Amazon agrees to buy Perceive Corporation from Xperi
Amazon has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Xperi to acquire hardware and software firm Perceive.
Judge blocks Venu Sports from launching after Fubo sues
A federal judge has approved Fubo's request for an injunction that blocks Venu Sports from debuting later this month.
CBS to launch third hour of morning show program
CBS News is planning to debut a third hour of news programming in the mornings.
WBD reached 215 million Europeans during Paris Olympic Games
Warner Bros Discovery saw more than 600 million minutes of Summer Olympic Games content streamed during the competition.
Former NPR CEO John Lansing dies at 67
John Lansing, the former chief executive of public radio program distributor NPR, died this week at the age of 67.