Streaming
News articles and original analysis on the topics of streaming media; connected television (CTV); free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST), ad-supported video on-demand (AVOD), subscription video on-demand (SVOD), virtual multi-video programming distributors (vMVPD), streaming audio services, social video platforms, smart TV platforms and streaming hardware manufacturers.
One America News launches subscription streaming service
One America News is charging $5 per month for online access to its flagship cable network programming.
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Stingray brings karaoke service to Telly smart TVs
The streaming music app is now available across tens of thousands of Telly smart TVs installed in American homes.
FCC Chairman Carr doubts antitrust lawsuit against Paramount deal will succeed
The FCC said the antitrust lawsuit appears to be based largely on how Paramount will operate CNN or whether it is willing to divest the cable network to seal the deal.
Patrick Ferguson named CEO of Lumine parent Velocix
Ferguson joined Velocix-owned Lumine Group earlier this year; he previously held roles at TiVo parent Xperi and at MyBundle.
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Weather Channel quietly added to slimmer YouTube TV packages
The Weather Channel and another Allen Media-owned network are now available in certain low-cost YouTube TV packages.
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Hub: Price overtakes content as top driver of streaming value among consumers
As streaming prices rise, consumers are becoming more choosy about which apps they want to pay for — and free streaming services are benefiting the most.
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California, several other states sue to block Paramount-Warner Bros merger
After seeing "red flags everywhere," California Attorney General Rob Bonta is leading the lawsuit, which claims Paramount's merger with Warner Bros Discovery violates numerous antitrust laws.
Fubo appoints Alisa Bowen to CEO role; David Gandler to resign from board
Bowen moves from Disney Plus to Disney's pay TV business Fubo; Gandler is stepping down from the role and resigning from the board.
BBC, Channel 4 discuss possible streaming-focused partnership
One possible plan would see Channel 4 offer its commercial-supported content through BBC iPlayer, expanding the reach of its shows, news and documentaries.
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Paramount’s Network 10 adds live streams to VIDAA TVs
Streamers with VIDAA-powered smart TVs will be able to watch live streaming simulcasts of Network 10's national channels without having to download a separate app.
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Philo adds new movie, documentary channels for free
The new channels include four programmed by Paramount, and grows Philo's FAST roster to over 150 free content streams.
Titan OS partners with Radial Entertainment on new FAST channels in Europe
The channels will launch on Titan OS-powered televisions and select Sony Android-powered TVs across seven European markets.
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