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Free TV Networks launching new channel Dare
The channel will offer another destination for reality-based re-runs of shows like "American Pickers" and "Storage Wars."
Charter urged to modify Spectrum Business backup Internet claims
The product doesn't offer full connection speeds or complete reliability as alleged in marketing materials, an ad group says.
NBA partners with Roku to launch free streaming TV channel
The channel will be available through a new portal called NBA Zone, which is rolling out to Roku devices this week.
Warner board members resign amid DOJ probe
Steven Miron and Steven Newhouse announced their resignations on Monday.
Amazon will offer Lionsgate, Starz content in United Kingdom
Programming from both brands will be incorporated into Amazon's MGM Plus service.
Viaplay completes sale of UK-based business
The Viaplay sports channels in the United Kingdom are expected to rebrand back to Premier Sports.
YouTube TV likely to become biggest pay TV platform in U.S., analyst says
YouTube TV could become the largest pay TV provider in the U.S. by 2026 and achieve full profitability by then, according to an analyst.
National ad board favors Cox in challenge brought by AT&T
The wireless phone provider, which uses Verizon's network, relied on various metrics for the claim.
YouTube working on new “lean in” TV app experience
The new app includes live comments and shoppable product tiles alongside video content.
ABC-owned stations adding Charge! from Sinclair
Charge will be added to eight ABC-owned television stations in key markets like New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and San Francisco.
News groups mark one year since Evan Gershkovich arrested in Russia
The Wall Street Journal reporter has been held on baseless accusations of espionage since last March.
Fox restructures entertainment divisions into three core groups
Fox Corporation has restructured its entertainment businesses across three core groups.