Streaming
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.
British streamers willing to tolerate ads for free TV, study shows
As in other areas, British streamers are becoming increasingly weary of costs associated with premium services.
Europeans increasingly pirating live TV, sports, study shows
A new study from the European Union's intellectual property organization shows live TV piracy is on the rise across the continent.
Vidgo service still offline one week after technical issues
Vidgo says it is still trying to restore live TV channels for its customers after a third-party vendor triggered a service disruption last week.
Most Americans pay for live television, study reveals
Results of a new survey from Leichtman Research Group show roughly half of American homes pay for cable or satellite.
Board members at Sacramento NPR affiliate CapRadio resign
More than a dozen board members of CapRadio have resigned following a scathing audit that revealed years of financial mismanagement.
Arizona Coyotes games move to free broadcast TV
Hockey games played by the Arizona Coyotes will air on free broadcast television in Phoenix, Salt Lake City and Tucson.
Frndly TV adds Me TV Plus, Justice Central to budget streamer
Frndly TV has added Me TV Plus and will soon debut Justice Central TV on its budget-conscious streaming service.
DirecTV Stream raising prices weeks after Nexstar deal
The price increase is meant to help DirecTV Stream "remain competitive in the marketplace," according to a notice sent to customers.
Philo adds new streaming channels from Sony, Tastemade
Philo has added seven new streaming content channels, including five owned by Sony Pictures Television.
Anna Priest tapped to lead Paramount Plus in UK
Paramount has promoted Anna Priest, its former chief marketing officer in the UK, to oversee Paramount Plus in the territory.
Charter, Comcast unveil new Xumo Stream Box
The Xumo Stream Box will be offered first to Spectrum Internet customers — and could come with a price tag after the first year.
AT&T explores ways to offload DirecTV, report says
AT&T may sell some or all of its stake in DirecTV as it looks to exit the traditional video business, according to a new report published by Bloomberg.