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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.
CBS, Paramount parent National Amusements discloses data breach
The parent company of Paramount Global has disclosed a cybersecurity incident involving the theft of certain personal information.
Out-of-home streaming coming to new Tablo DVR, Nuvyyo CEO says
Nuvyyo is also still developing an ATSC 3.0 version of its Tablo DVR, but the company still doesn't know when it will be released.
ProSieben Sat.1 to stop licensing Hollywood content through output deals
ProSieben Sat.1 says it will soon end its practice of acquiring content from major Hollywood studios through long-term output deals.
New York sues SiriusXM over “burdensome” cancellation process
Satellite and streaming radio company deliberately makes it difficult for subscribers to cancel their subscriptions, New York's Attorney General alleges.
WBD, Paramount hold merger talks, report says
Executives from Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount met this week to discuss a possible merger of the companies, according to a report.
MyBundle CEO predicts “hundreds” of cable operators to shut down in coming years
Several cable TV companies have affirmed plans to turn off their traditional video service — and one industry expert thinks this is just the beginning.
RTL, Comcast’s Sky to share certain sports rights in Germany
Formula 1 and top-tier soccer matches are among the live sports events that will be shared between the two major media brands.
Vizio puts interactive holiday greeting cards on home screens
Vizio is using interactive greeting cards on the home screens of its smart TV sets to promote holiday-themed movies and TV episodes.
French media giant Vivendi may split into three companies
Canal Plus and Dailymotion owner Vivendi says it may split into three companies to unlock better growth opportunities.
Spain’s Movistar Plus will offer Max in early 2024
Other countries will get Max, rebranded from HBO, throughout the year, WBD says.
Paramount, Peacock content coming to Movistar Plus
Paramount and Comcast's joint venture Sky Showtime will integrate into Movistar Plus next year.
Ofcom says GB News program in violation of impartiality rules
British regulator Ofcom says the "Don't Kill Cash" campaign violated its impartiality rules in at least one of six instances.