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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.
Philo grows to 1.3 million subscribers, eyes profitability next year
Philo grew its subscriber base by 300,000 in 2024, and is expecting to be fully profitable by next year.
Super Bowl LIX sets viewership, streaming records
More than 126 million people tuned in to watch some or all of Super Bowl LIX on broadcast, cable, satellite and streaming TV platforms, Fox Sports said.
Fubo distributing sports network on low-power TV stations
Fubo's decision to distribute its signal on low-power TV stations makes it technically available in major TV markets, even if few people can actually watch those stations.
Parler acquires Edgio content delivery network EdgeCast
Parler Cloud Technologies on Monday announced it had completed its acquisition of Edgio's content delivery network (CDN) business, called EdgeCast.
Tubi experiences lowest streaming lag during Super Bowl LIX
Tubi came the closest to delivering real-time action from Super Bowl LIX compared to other streaming services, according to a report published by Phenix.
Fubo bringing sports network to broadcast, but plans are light on details
The company claims Fubo Sports Network will eventually reach over-the-air TV users in 100 markets, but didn't announce affiliation or time-brokerage deals with any broadcaster.
Fox News is top news brand on YouTube in January
Fox News was the most-viewed brand on YouTube during the month of January, achieving 410 million video views.
Fox requires registration to watch Super Bowl for free on Tubi
Fox will require users to register for a free account on Tubi if they want to watch Super Bowl LIX through the Tubi app for phones, tablets and smart TVs.
Sinclair multicast networks see ratings bump from football, other major events
Sinclair's multicast networks TBD and Comet benefitted from prime distribution on CBS and Fox-owned stations when the networks offered key NFL championship games last month.
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Disney sees increased revenue during Q1, despite losing Disney Plus subscribers
Lower subscriber figures at Disney Plus may be attributed to higher prices, less-compelling content and an increase in competition from other platforms.
FCC chair explores new rules to curb loud TV commercials
The head of the Federal Communications Commission is tired of loud commercials on broadcast and streaming TV, and is considering new rules to curb the practice.
Amazon reports ad revenue growth during Q4
NFL games on Prime Video grow viewership, but still lag behind peer broadcast networks.