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YouTube has milestone moment in Nielsen’s August “The Gauge” report
The social video platform captured more than 15 percent of time spent with TV on account of a summer lull across broadcast and cable TV networks and other streaming platforms.
THE GAUGE
Comcast revenue dips slightly as Peacock posts profit in Q3
Comcast continued to face pressure in its broadband and cable TV unit, as churn continued for another quarter; Peacock posted its second profitable quarter in a row.
EARNINGS REPORT
CBS launches year-round political reporting unit in Sacramento
The expansion of KOVR's "Bear Politics" will see year-round reporting on California political matters across that station and others owned by CBS in the state.
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Former TEGNA CEO Michael Steib takes top job at Angi
The former top boss at local television broadcaster TEGNA has traded media for digital home services.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Comcast’s Xfinity touts enhancements to X1, Internet in time for NBA tip-off
New features will allow Comcast customers to get real-time stats, watch 4K video feeds and create custom multi-view screens during basketball games.
Raleigh news producer arrested at TV station
Randall Kerr was detained by police at WRAL-TV's studios on Wednesday after he allegedly violated a domestic violence protection order.
Alleged Fox News leaker arraigned under new indictment
Timothy Burke could earn years in federal prison if a jury convicts him of computer hacking, conspiracy and wiretapping charges brought under a superseding indictment.
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Meta Platforms sees operating income dip amid legal settlements in Q3
Meta will issue a new class of stock to help it raise money to fund artificial intelligence-focused initiatives. The company is also reaching deep into its pockets to pay for litigation-related settlements and judgments.
EARNINGS REPORT
Facebook parent Meta ordered to pay $25 billion in New Mexico lawsuit
The judgment was signed weeks after a New Mexico jury found Meta liable for 43 million violations of state privacy laws.
AT&T grows broadband subs in Q3, but debt grows as well
AT&T faces potential competition from SpaceX, which has outlined plans to develop a terrestrial wireless network alongside its Starlink satellite service.
EARNINGS REPORT
FCC’s Carr engages in election interference with baseless threat about polls
It is not illegal for news outlets operated by licensed radio and TV stations to report on public polling data that they know or believe to be legitimate.
Parks: Streaming finds favor in American sports households
As streaming platforms gobble up live sports rights, more fans are adding sports-inclusive streaming apps and channels into their media diets.
FUTURE OF VIDEO