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Disney sells its final radio station for $5 million
Disney officially ended its tenure as a radio broadcaster this week after it reached a deal to sell Los Angeles-based KRDC for $5 million.
New Twitter CEO wants to build “most-accurate” platform
Newly-minted Twitter CEO Linda Yaccarino wants the social platform to become the "most-accurate" destination of real-time information.
Amazon to offer MGM, WBD streaming channels on Freevee
Amazon will offer nearly two dozen free, ad-supported streaming channels from its MGM subsidiary and Warner Bros Discovery on Freevee.
PodcastOne launches free streaming TV channel
LiveOne has launched a new free, ad-supported streaming television channel for its PodcastOne platform and associated shows.
Comcast to require bank account for autopay discount
Customers will need to link a bank account by July 20 to get $10 off their service. Credit card users will get a reduced discount of $5 per month.
Netflix to wade slowly into live-streamed sports
The company is reportedly considering an event that will see Formula 1 drives compete in a golf tournament.
Indie streamers join forces to form industry alliance
A coalition of media brands joined forces this week to launch a new pro-competition industry group focused on streaming television.
Dot LA lays off entire newsroom, will refocus on newsletters
Dot LA laid off its entire editorial staff of seven journalists on Monday as the publication shifts toward focusing on its newsletter products.
FCC fines Entravision $18,000 for not filing reports
The broadcaster's Washington, D.C.-area station didn't file timely reports for 14 consecutive quarters, the agency said.
New Android TV version to support custom remote buttons
Google could be readying a new remote with a "star" button that allows for custom shortcuts.
New York Times-owned the Athletic lays off journalists
The New York Times sports brand the Athletic has issued pink slips less than a week after the newspaper reached a new contract for union workers.
TuneIn inks deal for Formula 1 racing audio
TuneIn is adding Formula 1 raceday coverage for its Premium streaming audio subscribers.