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.
Fuse Media leans into connected TV with brand refresh
Fuse Media has refreshed its brand identity as part of a broader restructure of its business around connected TV and related advertising initiatives.
Fubo launches regional sports add-on to slimmer sports TV package
The plan, called My Local Sports, offers access to regional sports networks via the cheaper Fubo Sports plan, though no specific pricing was released.
Disney cuts hundreds of jobs in third round of layoffs this year
Disney is laying off several hundred employees across multiple departments, with the latest cuts concentrated primarily in human resources and IT.
Fubo will offer local hockey games in four markets
Hockey fans in Minnesota, Ohio, Missouri and the Carolinas will be able to watch locally-televised games from four teams through Fubo.
Bango narrows loss, increases revenue during first half of 2026
Bango increased its overall revenue by 3 percent while narrowing its net loss below $1 million during the first six months of the year.
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YouTube TV to drop Tastemade, Court TV by end of September
The channels are being removed as YouTube TV focuses on highly-sought sports, news and entertainment-inclusive networks.
Judge hits pause on settlement between states, Paramount over Warner Bros acquisition
A federal judge declined to approve a settlement between Paramount and 12 state attorneys general over its acquisition of Warner Bros, saying she needs more time to deliberate on the matter.
Antenna: Fall is best season for acquiring streaming subscribers
Streaming has developed a new version of the traditional fall TV season, with the last four months of a year being crucial for subscriber acquisition, according to Antenna.
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Disney implements price hikes on Disney Plus, Hulu bundles
Watching shows and movies without ads is about to get more expensive on Disney's streaming platforms.
Parks Associates: Some streamers phased out amid consolidation during Q2
The movement of content into larger platforms and FAST channels reflects how quickly streaming distribution strategies are changing.
Local Now renews deal for Warner Bros Discovery streams
The deal keeps free streaming channels like CNN Headlines, CNN Originals and WB At the Movies on the Allen Media-owned FAST platform.
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Paramount settlement lacks structural remedies, ex-FCC nominee Sohn says
Her comments came a day after California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a settlement resolving the state-led antitrust challenge to the merger.