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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.
Bundles drive better consumer engagement, study reveals
New research from Parks Associates and Bango are trumpeting the strategy of subscription bundles across different services.
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Priya Dogra lands at Sky Group as new advertising chief
Priya Dogra is joining Comcast's Sky Group as its new Chief Advertising & New Revenue Officer, starting next month.
YouTube TV considers more “enhanced” picture settings
YouTube TV is testing different settings that aim to deliver an improved video signal without using additional bandwidth.
Fubo readies free tier to keep former subscribers engaged
Fubo says its forthcoming free tier of service will focus on keeping sports fans engaged during the off-season.
GB News takes legal action against Ofcom
GB News says a warning issued by Ofcom earlier this week violated its free speech rights, and has moved forward with an unspecified legal action against the regulator.
Squash TV streaming channel lands on Amazon’s Freevee
The channel will deliver around-the-clock coverage of professional squash in the United States.
Canal Plus Group launches streaming TV service in France
Canal Plus has launched a new budget TV service that brings linear channels and on-demand content under a single roof.
Charter inks new deal with Paramount with streaming perks for Spectrum TV customers
Spectrum TV subscribers will soon get the ad-supported tiers of Paramount Plus and BET Plus for free.
CW Network updates Apple TV app with free streaming channels
The CW Network has updated its Apple TV app to include nearly 50 free, ad-supported streaming television channels.
Fubo renews distribution agreement with Diamond Sports
Fubo will continue offering nearly two dozen Bally Sports-branded channels under a renewed deal with Diamond Sports.
Disney issues pink slips to employees at Pixar
Disney has moved forward with plans to lay off nearly 200 workers at Pixar Animation Studios.
WBD debuts Max in 20 European countries
WBD has launched its cornerstone streaming service Max in 20 European countries.