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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.
Samsung TV Plus could land on TCL TVs
TCL could become one of the first non-Samsung models to get access to Samsung TV Plus, according to a report.
Netflix execs say no intent to license content
Netflix won't license original programs to other streaming services as part of a broader revenue play, the company's new co-CEOs affirmed.
European Union sanctions force RT France to shut down
The French-language variant of Russian news channel RT has shut down amid sanctions that saw the freezing of its financial assets.
Music service Spotify to lay off workers
Spotify says it will lay off around 600 workers as part of a cost-cutting and reorganization strategy at the audio company
New service Level News brings C-SPAN to streaming masses
C-SPAN's Rachel Katz said the distribution deal with Level News is unique in that it's different from the type normally inked with satellite or cable operators.
DirecTV Stream price increase rolls out to customers
The majority of DirecTV Stream customers will see their bill increase by $5 on their renewal date, though some could pay $10 more, depending on the package.
Comcast, Cox end free Peacock Premium promotion
A promotion that gave Cox customers free access to the premium tier of Comcast's streaming service Peacock has come to an end.
Reed Hastings steps down as Netflix co-CEO
Netflix founder Reed Hastings says he has resigned his position as the company's co-chief executive officer.
Subscriber count dips for Dish satellite, Sling TV
Dish Network says it has lost thousands of paying subscribers to its flagship satellite service and Sling TV thus far.
Nielsen to measure Netflix audiences in three countries
Nielsen will provide audience measurement services to Netflix for its business across the United States, Mexico and Poland.
Tablo issues refunds over delayed ATSC 3.0 device
Nuvvyo says it will issue refunds to customers who pre-ordered a forthcoming version of its popular, Tablo-branded broadcast TV recorders.
SiriusXM, NHL extend radio agreement through 2029
SiriusXM and the National Hockey League have reached a deal that will keep hockey games on the satellite and streaming radio platform through the 2029 season.