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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.
Amazon adds Bloomberg to Freevee in U.S., U.K
The launch of Bloomberg TV Plus and Bloomberg Originals comes after Freevee added the channels in Canada, Mexico and other countries.
Disney CEO Bob Iger says ABC not for sale
Disney's top executive walked back previous comments that strongly indicated the broadcast network might be up for grabs.
NASCAR inks new broadcast deals valued at over $7 billion
NASCAR has inked a $7.7 billion media rights deal that will see some of its regular-season races streamed on Prime Video and Max.
Fox Weather added to Dish, Sling Freestream
Fox Weather debuted on Dish Network, Sling TV and Sling Freestream on Wednesday.
DirecTV starts “refer-a-friend” program, offers $100 gift cards
DirecTV is launching a new program that gives subscribers 100 reasons to refer their friends and family to the service.
Ryan Reynolds, Fubo partner on “Discontinued” documentary series
The inaugural season, to run 10 episodes, will explore defunct parts of pop culture like Blockbuster and the BlackBerry.
Sean “Diddy” Combs temporarily steps down as chairman of Revolt TV
The rap artist stepped away as the chairman of Revolt TV after several women filed civil lawsuits against him.
Allen Media adds TIME streaming channel to Local Now
TIME debuts on Local Now a little over a month after the channel first launched on Amazon's Freevee.
CBS, Fox tout impressive viewership figures for Thanksgiving football games
CBS said its Thanksgiving Day football game was the third-highest rated regular season NFL game in American TV history.
Fubo partners with Super Hi-Fi for AI-powered “radio” streams
Fubo is known for its robust line-up of live sports channels. Now, the company is breaking into the streaming radio space.
Philo adds Vevo Holiday music channel to streaming service
Philo has added a holiday-themed music video channel in partnership with streaming brand Vevo.
Streamers still can’t watch “Rudolph” or “Frosty” on CBS
The digital distribution rights are held by the Walt Disney Company's Freeform, leaving streamers who want to watch on CBS and Paramount Plus in the dark.