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FTC launches probe over ChatGPT, citing consumer harm

The FTC has subpoenaed OpenAI for records related to ChatGPT's dissemination of defamatory and false information about people.

A Roku user plays "Jeopardy!" through the Volley app. (Courtesy image)

Jeopardy! becomes first voice-powered game on Roku

A software developer has launched the first voice-powered game on Roku's streaming television platform.

Broadcasting House, the headquarters of the BBC, as it appeared in 2014.

Wife names BBC News anchor as target of payments scandal

The spouse of a well-known BBC News presenter has identified him as the subject of a scandal involving intimate photos.

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FCC examines challenges for independent video programmers

The federal regulator is weighing whether additional rules on the distribution of independent and underrepresented programming are necessary.

The logo of the Walt Disney Company's radio programming service ABC Audio.

Disney taps Compass Media to handle ABC Audio sales

ABC Audio has selected Compass Media Networks to serve as its new advertising representative, starting next year. 

The headquarters of France Télévisions in Paris. (Photo via Wikimedia Commons)

French public broadcaster criticizes streaming services

France Télévisions President Delphine Ernotte-Cunci says streaming services are trying to influence the country's culture and society.

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Channel 4 reports record revenue during 2022

The UK's Channel 4 reported records in its earnings and content investment during 2022.

Anna Gomez, the deputy administrator of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (Photo courtesy NTIA, Graphic by The Desk)

Committee advances Gomez FCC nomination to full Senate

A committee has cleared Biden's latest FCC nominee to proceed to a hearing before the full U.S. Senate.

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Ofcom probes Virgin Media after cancellation complaints

Ofcom is probing Virgin Media after receiving complaints that the telco makes it hard for customers to cancel their service.

The Alameda Avenue entrance to the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California as it appeared in 2016.

Disney evaluating traditional TV business, CEO says

Disney CEO Bob Iger says the company may offload ABC, ESPN and other parts of its traditional TV business.

The logo of streaming service and premium cable multiplex movie network Starz. (Image courtesy Starz, Graphic by The Desk)

Lionsgate moving forward with separation from Starz

Lionsgate has offered more information about its plans to separate its production company from its multiplex movie network and streaming service Starz.

A Roku menu is displayed on a smart television set.

The Roku Channel lands on Android TV, Google TV devices

Roku has made its free, ad-supported TV service The Roku Channel available on Android TV-powered devices for the first time.

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