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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.
Fox made commitments to Justice Department to get Roku deal approved
The media giant agreed to keep certain data-related firewalls and third-party content on Roku's platform for at least 36 months.
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Fox Corporation completes $22 billion acquisition of Roku
Roku founder Anthony Wood joins Fox's board and becomes Co-Chair of Fox Digital Platforms alongside Paul Cheesbrough, who will serve as the division's CEO.
Lionsgate narrows loss to $15.5 million during fiscal Q2
The studio reported operating income of $29.1 million, reversing a $46 million operating loss during the prior-year quarter.
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NBC Universal’s Bravo joins Philo streaming service
Bravo is available as a live channel today, with on-demand programming expected to follow.
Delta Air Lines launches subscription marketplace for SkyMiles members
SkyMiles users can redeem unused miles for access to subscriptions like Fox One, Paramount Plus and the New York Times, with other apps coming soon.
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Roku launches AI-powered advertising optimization tools
The streamer's newest advertising platform includes two tools: Roku Outcomes Amplify for household reach and Roku Outcomes Actions for advertiser-defined conversions.
Forge announces dates for StreamTV Show in Asia
After a successful launch in Europe last year and several high-interest runs in Denver, Forge is bringing its popular industry conference StreamTV Show to another locale: Asia.
Fox News leads rival news networks on YouTube in October
Fox News accumulated 3.9 billion YouTube views through October, ahead of MS NOW and CNN.
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Scripps News to provide robust coverage of Election Night returns
Alisyn Camerota and Del Walters will anchor coverage, with Political Director Andrew Rafferty providing election results and analysis.
Versant reports lower revenue, profits despite digital growth
The company reported revenue of $1.59 billion during the three months ending September 30, a decrease of 4.2 percent from the same period last year.
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Sky News targets 2027 launch for video-first digital platforms
Sky News will use Arc XP technology and processes to launch a new website, mobile app and other products within the next year.
C-SPAN to simulcast Election Night coverage on YouTube for free
Streamers who want to watch C-SPAN for free will be able to do so on YouTube, a spokesperson confirmed this week.
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