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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.
Nexstar stops live-streaming local newscasts
Local television stations owned or operated by Nexstar Media Group will no longer offer live streams of their local newscasts.
YouTube developing Pluto TV-like linear content channels
YouTube is developing a new content hub that will serve videos through linear streams, similar to what's offered on Pluto TV and Comcast's Xumo Play.
Spotify users report problems playing songs
Friday the 13th is proving itself for Spotify customers tonight, with many saying they're unable to play content.
HBO Max raising price, adding live sports
HBO Max will raise its subscription price for the first time ahead of its first-ever live sports matches.
Philo adds new channels from Paramount Global
Wallet-friendly television service Philo has added two new cable channels — Pop and Smithsonian Channel — to its streaming lineup.
DirecTV begins issuing pink slips to managers
DirecTV will lay off about 10 percent of its workforce as part of a strategy to reduce costs amid rising fees and customer churn.
Philo earns five ‘Best Places to Work’ awards
Wallet-friendly streaming service Philo has been named among startup community Built In's "Best Places to Work" for 2023.
Fubo TV to test video AI integrations in France
Fubo TV's CEO David Gandler said AI-driven products and local sports channels will help make the streaming service more-viable over the long-term.
Epix unveils upcoming programs ahead of MGM Plus relaunch
Epix has released its new programming lineup ahead of the network's relaunch under the MGM Plus branding slated for mid-January.
Law & Crime hires two new executives
The Law & Crime Network has added two new executives to help with its digital growth.
Fubo TV to return Turner channels to lineup
Fubo TV has reached a deal with Warner Bros Discovery that will bring several Turner-owned channels back to the streaming television service.
Element to manufacture Xumo-powered TV sets
Comcast and Charter's Xumo says it will launch a new line of TV sets made by Element and powered by its streaming platform.