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Vizio hardware sales drop during key Super Bowl quarter
The company is starting to see a slowdown in both TV sales and the number of people using its streaming platform.
DraftKings launches free streaming channel on Samsung TV Plus
Samsung TV Plus is serving as the launch host for the new DraftKings Network, the first free channel from a U.S. sportsbook.
Elon Musk says Twitter didn’t sign deal with Tucker Carlson
The affirmation came after the former Fox News commentator said he was bringing his commentary show to the social media platform.
Paramount lays off more staff, closes MTV News division
The layoffs come as Paramount eases off traditional cable networks with an eye toward streaming as its future.
FBI raids home of ex-Daily Beast editor Timothy Burke
A law enforcement source confirmed the former Deadspin video editor is the target of a criminal investigation, but declined to provide specific information.
Comcast to settle harassment claim brought by CNBC reporter
The claim filed by CNBC's Hadley Gamble led to the firing of NBC Universal CEO Jeffrey Shell last month.
Fox says Super Bowl, Tubi helped increase revenue
The broadcaster logged a $54 million loss due to its settlement with Dominion, but the performance of the company remains strong, executives affirmed.
Garth Brooks brings radio channel to TuneIn after leaving SiriusXM
The deals keep coming for TuneIn, which is becoming one of the industry's more-dominant audio platforms.
ACE works with DAZN, BeIN Sports to tackle sports piracy
The group has already helped shut down a major pirate streaming service that was illegally distributing sports content.
Byron Allen files another lawsuit against McDonald’s over ads
The lawsuit is the latest in a string of litigation brought against McDonald's by the Allen Media Group owner.
Warren Buffett criticizes Paramount for cutting dividend
"It's not good news when any company cuts its dividend dramatically," the Berkshire Hathaway chairman and CEO said.
New York TV anchor John Roland dies
John Roland, one of New York City's most-recognizable television news anchors, died over the weekend.