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.
WBD wants to put more CNN content into Max streamer
WBD wants to put more content from CNN on its streaming service Max, but existing cable and satellite deals are complicating the matter.
Southwest inks deal with DirecTV for live in-flight television
Passengers on most Southwest Airlines flights can now stream dozens of live television channels thanks to a new partnership with DirecTV.
Dish will get booted from S&P 500 market index
Dish Network will lose its spot on the S&P 500 index later this month, the parent company of the stock market index announced on Monday.
Audacy finds no buyer for Radio.com domain at auction
The radio broadcaster wanted at least $2.5 million for the domain; despite interest, no one submitted a minimum bid.
Twitter top safety executive Ella Irwin resigns
Twitter's head of trust and safety Ella Irwin has resigned, the same day the website's owner Elon Musk criticized the platform's handling of a controversial documentary.
Netflix shareholders reject executive pay packages
The vote came after members of the Writers Guild of America urged shareholders to reject the proposal.
YouTube TV rolls out Tennis Channel, others from Sinclair
YouTube TV has started rolling out several new channels as part of a renewed deal with Sinclair Broadcast Group.
Comcast will give Xfinity customers discount on Peacock in June
Comcast will offer its Xfinity customers a discount on the premium tier of Peacock when its free access to the streaming service ends in June.
2023 NBA Finals to be widely available on streaming services
There are plenty of cheap and free ways to stream the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat during the 2023 NBA Finals without cable.
White Sox owner acquires majority stake in Sinclair’s Stadium
Jerry Reinsdorf's Silver Chalice has acquired a controlling stake in Sinclair Broadcast Group's Stadium television channel.
Five get prison time for pirating Premier League soccer matches
The individuals helped British streamers sidestep blackout rules that made games legally inaccessible.
Satellite engineers among planned layoffs at Comcast’s Sky
The shift toward streaming means fewer satellite support positions are needed at the European pay TV business.