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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.
Dish says Sling TV price remains unchanged after Disney deal
Dish Network says it is not yet rolling out a price increase on Sling TV customers, even though price hikes are coming to satellite subscribers.
Netflix to broaden crackdown on password sharing next year
Netflix says its attempts to curb password sharing in some countries is working, and the company intends to crack down on freeloaders more broadly next year.
Nexstar says Verizon is lying about Fios carriage dispute
A Nexstar spokesperson said Verizon is misleading customers about an ongoing carriage dispute.
Vidgo announces executive leadership, expanded content and channel line-up
Vidgo announced the appointment of two new executives to its management team in a press release sent on Monday.
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Vidgo (Press release)
Fubo TV shutting down sports betting business
Fubo TV says it will no longer develop the Fubo Gaming sports betting service and will shut it down in a handful of states.
Speedvision to return to television as free streaming channel
A cable TV magnate and a professional wrestler have teamed up to revive a broadcast outlet dedicated to motorsports.
Chromecast with Google TV 4K gets Android 12 update
Google is rolling out a software update for owners of the 4K-compatible version of the Chromecast with Google TV.
Roku lanza servicio gratuito con publicidad en México
El fabricante de productos electrónicos Roku dice que lanzó una versión de su servicio de transmisión gratuito con publicidad en México.
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Matthew Keys & Carol Alfonso
Roku rolls out free, ad-supported service in Mexico
Electronics maker Roku says it has launched a version of the Roku Channel in Mexico.
Netflix sets November date for debut of ad-supported tier
Streaming service Netflix says it will roll out a cheaper subscription plan that is supported by advertisements in early November.
AMC Plus expands to several European, Asian countries
AMC Plus is now available in Spain, South Korea and India, executives with AMC Networks affirmed this week.
Roku begins selling smart home products at Walmart
Roku has confirmed reports that it will start selling a line of smart home devices at Walmart retail stores later this month.