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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.
SiriusXM launches free music tier to win back customers, boost ad sales
The plan, called SiriusXM Free Access, is available in most vehicles equipped with SiriusXM 360L receivers.
Streaming sports helps fuel sales of Roku devices during Q2
Time spent on Roku devices increased on a year-over basis to 30.1 billion streaming hours, the company affirmed.
Venu Sports reveals $43 per month “launch price”
The price falls on the lower end of the $40 to $50 per month estimate offered by analysts and streaming media experts.
Jamie Gallagher to depart AMC Networks after 16 years
AMC Networks says its long-time general counsel Jamie Gallagher will be leaving the company.
Roku partners with Veltech on new smart TVs in United Kingdom
British streamers who want access to Roku's smart TV platform have a new option thanks to a partnership with Veltech.
Tuesday events at Paris Olympics draw 35 million to NBC, Peacock
The network's five-day Olympics ratings have increased 79 percent when compared to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
British regulator says Sky ran “misleading” Now TV discount offer
The agency said a campaign for a discounted TV package ran afoul of misleading advertising rules by not fully disclosing its limitations.
DirecTV begins refreshing user interface for satellite TV customers
DirecTV has stated rolling out an updated user interface to the set-top boxes of its traditional satellite TV customers.
Disney lays off workers at National Geographic, local ABC TV stations
Nearly 140 workers are affected by the latest round of pink slips at Disney.
Paramount offer from “Apex Capital” appears to be a hoax
The bid submitted on Wednesday would include an infusion of $10 billion in capital to Paramount, plus a $400 million break-up fee paid to Skydance Media.
Carlos Ferreiro stepping down as CFO of Televisa-Univision
The company cited "health reasons" for his departure; Juan Pablo Newman will serve as interim CFO starting in September.
Former Warner Music chair Edgar Bronfman, Jr. still interested in Paramount
The bid would involve spending $2 billion to $2.5 billion in order to acquire National Amusements, Paramount's largest shareholder.