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Vizio wants to license operating system to other smart TV makers
Vizio is preparing to expand its presence in the connected TV space by licensing its smart TV operating system to third-party manufacturers, a senior executive confirmed on Thursday.
SAG-AFTRA reaches tentative deals with studios, ending strike
SAG-AFTRA has reached a tentative deal with television and film studios that will allow striking actors to return to work, starting on Thursday.
SiriusXM unveils new logo, offers preview of refreshed streaming app
SiriusXM rolled out a refresh of its corporate brand on Wednesday, a move that will also see changes to its cornerstone audio services made in the near future.
WADL owner Adell preparing lawsuit against Scripps over CW
Kevin Adell says he is prepared to sue Scripps for "tortious interference" after Scripps and Nexstar announced an affiliation deal for the CW Network in Detroit.
MyBundle doubles staff, hires Scott Kessler away from Vizio
Streaming marketplace MyBundle has more than doubled its employee count over the last six weeks to include the hiring of an industry veteran who will be tasked with building out the company's streaming service partnerships.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
WADL sends cease-and-desist to Scripps over CW in Detroit
Station owner Kevin Adell says his company may commence legal action against Nexstar, Scripps if the CW Network move to WMYD is permanent.
Dr. Phil launching new cable network Merit Street Media
Talk show host Dr. Phil McGraw is wading into the world of cable networks with a new channel called "Merit Street Media."
Philo adds 10 new streaming channels from AMC Networks
Philo is adding around a dozen new channels programmed by AMC Networks, the company announced on Tuesday.
CBS Sports lands rights to USL soccer matches
Games organized by the United Soccer League (USL) are headed for broadcast and free streaming television.
Nexstar finds new home for CW Network in Detroit
CW Network shows and live sports will move to WMYD, a former independent station owned by Scripps.
Dish CEO to resign as paid subscriber count slips
Dish CEO Erik Carlson will resign next week after the company reported lackluster financial and subscriber data on Monday.
Newsmax launches “Newsmax 2,” ends free streaming news channel
Newsmax has shut down its free streaming channel and launched a headline aggregation service called "Newsmax 2" in its place.