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Local Now adds six BBC FAST channels to streaming service
The channels added to Local Now include BBC Game Shows, BBC Impossible and BBC Top Gear, among others.
OTTera partners with ThinkAnalytics to expand personalization, revenue opportunities
The partnership will see OTTera integrate two ThinkAnalytics AI-driven products to increase monetization and personalized content recommendations.
Broadband helps boost Comcast’s Q1 revenue, Peacock grows to 34 million subscribers
Comcast and the NFL's decision to move a key NFL playoff game to Peacock earlier this year helped grow the streaming service's customer base to 34 million.
Philo adds six new channels to base plan, including Dabl
Four other channels from AMC Networks are also launching on Philo this week.
Rogers to continue offer Comcast hardware under expanded licensing deal
The agreement includes the future launch of an Entertainment OS-powered device similar to Sky Stream, as well as continued use of Comcast's set-top boxes and Internet gateways.
FCC Commissioner criticizes agency’s conditional approval of WADL deal
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr said the agency's decision to conditionally approve Mission's purchase of WADL exceeded its authority.
JetBlue launches personalized streaming recommendations, watch party feature
JetBlue is upgrading its seat-back entertainment platform with personalized streaming content recommendations and other features.
Tubi launches free streaming sports channels from DAZN
Tubi is making several DAZN sports channels available in North America for the first time.
Chris Savine re-joins FreeCast in executive finance role
FreeCast says its former Chief Financial Officer Chris Savine will re-join the company in a similar role.
Fox Business Network’s Liz Claman inducted into Cable Hall of Fame
Fox Business Network host Liz Claman was formally inducted into the Cable Hall of Fame at an industry event last week.
FCC approves sale of WADL to Mission with conditions
The FCC has conditionally approved Mission Broadcasting's purchase of WADL-TV in Detroit, according to an order obtained by The Desk on Tuesday.
T-Mobile debuts Home Internet Plus plan for $70
The plan allows 4K video streaming and includes tech support for in-home wireless devices.