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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.
Class action lawsuit over NFL Sunday Ticket heads to trial
Subscribers of the NFL Sunday Ticket will finally have their day in court as a years-long class action lawsuit heads to trial this week.
Paramount could cut jobs if Skydance merger falls through
Paramount is likely to eliminate some jobs amid a corporate restructuring if its proposed merger with Skydance Media falls through, executives affirmed this week.
Philo adds five new FAST channels to service
Philo has added five new free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels to its budget streaming video platform.
Lionsgate FAST channel will be measured by Nielsen
The deal comes at a time when more consumers are opting for FAST services and channels to fulfill their entertainment needs.
Max rolls out price increase on ad-free tiers of service
The cost of Max without ads climbs to $17 per month, while the premium version of Max is now priced at $21 per month.
Paramount, Skydance reach agreement on merger framework
Paramount and Skydance Media have agreed to a framework for a proposed merger that could be announced in the coming days.
Spotify to raise prices on Premium, Duo and Family plans
Streaming audio service Spotify will increase its monthly price to $12, marking the second price adjustment in less than a year.
Federal judge halts Dish Network’s lawsuit against Vidgo
The stay comes several weeks after Dish and Vidgo said they were working toward a settlement in the patent infringement case.
Disney, Comcast still too far apart on Hulu’s valuation
Disney and Comcast hired investment banks to determine the valuation of Hulu and how much Disney owes to buy out Comcast's stake in the service.
Skydance offers revised bid for Paramount Global, report says
The revised bid comes several weeks after pre-merger discussions between Skydance and Paramount exited a window of exclusivity.
FilmRise leans on CFO Johnny Holden for growth strategy
FilmRise is expanding the role of its chief financial executive to include growth strategy initiatives.
Little Dot Studios licenses Curiosity Stream documentaries
The shows add to Little Dot Studios' output of more than 20,000 hours of fact-based content across YouTube and other platforms.