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FreeCast brings sports multicast network Stadium to platform
Streaming TV platform FreeCast has inked an agreement with Silver Chalice to distribute its free multicast sports network Stadium.
NBC launches SNL Vault channel on Samsung TV Plus
NBC is bringing its comedy-centric FAST channel SNL Vault to Samsung TV Plus.
Dish offers free Netflix with Ads subscription to satellite TV customers
Dish Network is offering free access to Netflix with Ads for two years as part of a customer's satellite TV subscription.
Verizon refreshes logo, brings streaming perks to Home Internet users
Verizon is introducing access to certain streaming and subscription perks for its wireless Home Internet users as part of a brand identity refresh.
Roku, Bango among winners of 2024 StreamTV Awards
More than a dozen companies and executives were honored as the recipients of StreamTV Awards during the 2024 StreamTV Show on Monday.
Echostar hires Tom Fochetta to lead Dish Media advertising unit
Tom Fochetta joins Dish Media from Samsung, where he helped build the advertising unit associated with the FAST platform Samsung TV Plus.
Judge says Diamond Sports must reveal pay TV contracts to leagues
A judge overseeing a bankruptcy case involving Diamond Sports says the broadcaster must provide sports league partners with a peek at its cable TV agreements.
MyBundle to launch streaming bundle with My Outdoors TV, Tastemade
MyBundle will soon offer a premium package that couples lifestyle and adventure service My Outdoor TV with food-focused Tastemade Plus.
DirecTV to launch pop-up experience for Soccer Champions Tour
DirecTV will be unveiling a pop-up experience for soccer fans in New York City after renewing its sponsorship agreement with Soccer Champions Tour.
Paramount hires bankers to explore sale of assets
Paramount has hired investment bankers to explore the potential sale of certain assets, according to the company's co-CEOs.
Bango integrates Uber One into Digital Vending Machine
Bango has integrated Uber One into its Digital Vending Machine, unlocking additional subscription opportunities for its telecom partners and others.
Paramount to increase price of Paramount Plus this summer
New and existing subscribers will pay between $1 and $2 more for the privilege of streaming Paramount content.