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Nielsen picks Jared Grusd as new Gracenote CEO
Nielsen has hired former Snapchat and Verizon executive Jared Grusd to serve as the CEO of its Gracenote business.
Jeffrey Shell to serve as Paramount president following Skydance merger
Former NBC Universal CEO Jeffrey Shell will lead Paramount in an executive role once the merger with Skydance Media is complete.
VIDAA breaks streaming consumption record in June
More than 2.34 billion hours of content was watched on VIDAA-powered smart TVs in June, breaking an internal record for the company.
Roku faces patent lawsuit over use of HEVC technology
The group representing the patent rights-holder said the lawsuit is meant to "level the playing field."
Streaming companies ask Canadian court to block news funding law
A consortium of streaming companies have filed a legal challenge to a forthcoming rule that requires them to set aside some of their revenue to help fund Canadian local news and content.
Jeff Vaughn, ex-KCBS anchor, sues Paramount, CBS for alleged discrimination
The broadcast veteran claims he was replaced by a less-experienced anchor because of Paramount's diversity goals.
LG Channels debuts new “Showcase” content stream
LG Channels Showcase will offer a rotating selection of films, TV shows and original series that are exclusive to the FAST platform.
Fox Business overtakes CNBC in viewers during Q2
"Kudlow" and "Varney & Co." are the most-watched business news programs, according to Nielsen.
Kiswe to power streaming app for Memphis Grizzlies summer games
Three games from Salt Lake City and four from Las Vegas will be offered through the Grind City Media app.
Tech4Home to ship TV remotes with Duracell batteries
Tech4Home says it has forged a partnership with Berkshire Hathaway's Duracell to ship the company's alkaline batteries with its remotes in the future.
Skydance reaches tentative deal to acquire Paramount for $1.75 billion
The deal would involve a purchase of National Amusements, then an immediate merger with the famed movie studio.
Netflix begins phasing out its Basic plan in some countries
Netflix has started phasing out its cheapest, ad-free plan in some countries where the plan was retired last year.