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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.

Max launches annual discount for new and current subscribers
The deal lowers the annual price of Max by as much as 40 percent, depending on the plan.

Paramount Global will pursue merger with Skydance Media
The decision comes despite an offer from Apollo Global Management to buy the company for $26 billion.

CW Network launches first original FAST channel
The channel, available on the CW Network website, offers a marathon of "Penn & Teller: Fool Us"

Comscore gets national currency certification from JIC
The accreditation comes one week after a distinguished honor from the Media Research Council.

Disney licenses six TV shows to UKTV Media
Disney has agreed to license six drama series from FX, ABC and Hulu to BBC Studios' UKTV Media in the United Kingdom.

Sky Italia renews English Premier League rights
Matches will remain on Sky Italia and Now TV through the end of the 2024-25 season.

Standalone ESPN streamer will bundle with Hulu, Disney CEO says
The service will also include engaging features like fantasy sports and betting, CEO Bob Iger affirmed.

Disney CEO emerges victorious in board battle with hedge fund
Nelson Peltz had challenged the current CEO and his hand-picked board of directors for control.

Apple services, including Apple TV and Apple Music, suffer outage
A dozen Apple services suffered from a massive outage on Wednesday, affecting millions of users around the world.

NBA partners with Roku to launch free streaming TV channel
The channel will be available through a new portal called NBA Zone, which is rolling out to Roku devices this week.

Warner board members resign amid DOJ probe
Steven Miron and Steven Newhouse announced their resignations on Monday.

Amazon will offer Lionsgate, Starz content in United Kingdom
Programming from both brands will be incorporated into Amazon's MGM Plus service.