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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.
Dutch police shut down pirate TV operation
The organization operated at least three illegal TV providers that served more than 1.3 million people.
Nielsen will include Amazon’s own ratings for ‘Thursday Night Football’
Nielsen will include data from Amazon in its ratings report for Thursday Night Football, marking the first time the company has included first-party data.
ViewLift to develop streaming platform for Vegas Golden Knights games
ViewLift will partners with the Vegas Golden Knights on a streaming app for locally-broadcast hockey games; the games will also be offered on free broadcast TV.
Amazon adding more free streams into Fire TV Channels
Amazon is refreshing its Fire TV Channels feature to include more programming from a handful of content creators and media firms.
Fox Weather lands on Samsung TV Plus, Cox cable
Fox Weather is making its free streaming climate channel available on Samsung TV Plus and to subscribers of Cox cable television.
Good News Roundup for August 18, 2023
A look at industry awards, public service and community outreach initiatives from the telecom, media and technology sectors.
Apple restores Glenn Beck podcasts following ‘trademark dispute’
Episodes of Glenn Beck's radio program are available on Apple Podcasts once again following the resolution of a "trademark dispute."
Diamond Sports files lawsuit against parent Sinclair
Diamond Sports is suing its parent company over an alleged scheme to siphon $1.5 billion from the regional sports group.
FAST services spurring fast CTV adoption in Brazil, Mexico
Adoption of free, ad-supported streaming services in Latin America is outpacing growth in the U.S., according to a report from Amagi.
Women’s World Cup match draws 7.3 million to BBC One
Around 7.3 million British TV households tuned in to watch England take on Australia during the Women's World Cup tournament.
Paramount abandons plan to sell stake in BET Media
Paramount has abandoned plans to sell a majority stake in BET Media, according to a report published late Wednesday evening.
SoundExchange sues SiriusXM over unpaid royalties
The organization says SiriusXM improperly withheld royalties after bundling its satellite and streaming radio services.