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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.
Tucker Carlson still on Fox payroll despite Twitter show
The revelation was made in a letter sent by a network attorney to Carlson's legal reps over a new Twitter show.
Merger discussions between Dish, DirecTV fizzle out
Dish and DirecTV have tried to merge several times over the last few decades, with those discussions falling apart each time.
Vizio executive says no plans to sell smart TVs overseas
The chief financial executive at Vizio says the company believes there is still more opportunity for growth in North America.
Antenna: Netflix subscriptions grow after password-sharing crackdown
The report reveals a sharp increase in Netflix subscriptions after the password-sharing crackdown last May, but doesn't indicate Netflix's churn rate for the same period.
PBS privacy lawsuit dismissed by federal judge
The plaintiff in the case previously alleged PBS gave video viewership data to Facebook parent company Meta.
TuneIn offers AM broadcasters free access to premium products
Licensed AM radio stations will get free access to TuneIn On Air, which includes a listing in the TuneIn directory and supplemental measurement products.
Amazon plans ad-supported tier for Prime Video
Amazon is developing an ad-supported version of its Prime Video service as it explores ways to unlock more connected TV revenue.
YouTube offers new pre-season NFL Sunday Ticket deal
The deal will earn streamers $50 off if they order the NFL Sunday Ticket before September 9, two days after the start of football season.
Fox takes issue with Tucker Carlson’s Twitter show
The new video content is seen as a violation of Carlson's prior agreement with Fox, according to a report.
WBD largest broadcaster in Asia-Pacific region after merger
A merger between WarnerMedia and Discovery resulted in the new company becoming the biggest TV broadcaster in the Asia-Pacific region.
Paramount, Nexstar caught off-guard by PGA Tour, LIV Golf merger
Execs at the four TV networks that offer pro golf telecasts have more questions than answers after PGA Tour and LIV Golf announced plans to merge.
Paramount Plus to land on VIDAA-powered smart TVs
Streamers with VIDAA-powered sets in Canada, Mexico and Latin America will get access to Paramount Plus.