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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.
Paramount asks judge to toss lawsuit over proposed Warner Bros Discovery merger
Attorneys for Paramount say an antitrust lawsuit filed by streaming and pay TV consumers over the company's deal to acquire Warner Bros should be tossed due to lack of standing.
AMC brings free “Walking Dead” marathon stream to United Kingdom
The launch of the AMC Walking Dead Universe streaming channel marks the sixth FAST channel that will be available to British streamers.
Roku launches $25 bundle with Streaming Stick Plus, Fox One
Roku has officially debuted a new bundle offering that pairs a Roku Streaming Stick Plus with access to Fox One for $25.
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EDO launches AI-powered campaign optimization platform for convergent TV advertising
EDO says up to 35 percent of ad impressions can be reallocated to better-performing inventory through optimization.
LG brings iHeartMedia stations to free streaming radio platform
The agreement brings more than 850 live iHeartRadio stations, digital-only music channels and iHeartMedia's extensive podcast catalog to LG Radio Plus.
Plex launches social discovery features, upgraded curation lists
The updates aim to shift discovery toward social, community-driven engagement rather than platform-specific algorithms.
Nielsen: Oklahoma City Thunder are most-watched NBA team on TV
NBA regular-season viewership increased 27 percent, driven by expanded distribution across streaming and traditional platforms, according to Nielsen.
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Stanley Cup games to stream on ESPN app during DIRECTV-Scripps dispute
A prolonged blackout involving Scripps will not affect DIRECTV subscribers’ ability to watch Stanley Cup games, provided they stream them online.
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Roku launches NHL Zone ahead of Stanley Cup Final
The NHL Zone will aggregate live games across supported streaming apps like YouTube TV, Hulu and Fubo, along with other hockey-focused programming.
Samsung: Free streaming apps achieving similar reach as broadcast TV
Sports, reality programming and news are the three most-watched FAST content genres, with live programming driving engagement.
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Tubi adds video podcasts from SiriusXM
The deal expands distribution for SiriusXM creators across Tubi’s audience of more than 100 million monthly users.
Congress asks NFL’s Goodell to testify on broadcast TV deals
The summons comes at a time when federal lawmakers are questioning whether the NFL and other leagues should maintain carve-out exemptions to antitrust laws.