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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.

CNN to host town hall forum with Kamala Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris has agreed to participate in a town hall forum with CNN later this month, the network said.

Gotham Sports App launches, marrying YES Network, MSG Network
The Gotham Sports app has launch, offering cable-free access to YES Network, MSG Networks and their respective live sports.

Starz, Britbox launch discounted streaming TV bundle
Starz and Britbox have joined forces on a new subscription bundle that will allow streamers to watch content from both services while saving them money.

DirecTV to launch free streaming service in November
DirecTV will launch a no-cost version of its service that includes dozens of free, ad-supported streaming channels and content.

Amazon adding Apple TV Plus to Prime Video Channels
Amazon will soon offer subscriptions to Apple TV Plus through its Prime Video Channels marketplace, the companies announced.

Newsmax gets distribution on YouTube TV
Newsmax has inked a distribution agreement with Google-owned YouTube TV.

Sling TV takes top honor from U.S. News & World Report
Sling TV has been named the “Best Live TV Streaming Service” of 2024 by U.S. News & World Report

EDO: Ads on Spanish-language TV more effective compared to English-language TV
Companies that spent heavily on Spanish-language networks during the evaluation period include Dish Media, Walmart, Verizon and Boost Mobile.

DirecTV revives severe weather pop-up channels for Hurricane Milton
DirecTV is readying plans to relaunch its Severe Weather Channel and Severe Weather Mix for special coverage of Hurricane Milton.

Sky Showtime debuts premium tier with 4K streaming
Sky Showtime has introduced a new premium tier of service that offers a number of perks aimed at movie and TV fans.

Gray Media launches dedicated Local News Live app
Gray Media has debuted a new app focused on its Local News Live streaming channel.

Fox Weather announces coverage plans for Hurricane Milton
Correspondents and forecasters will be stationed throughout Florida, where the Category 5 storm is expected to make landfall this week.