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.
YouTube TV testing improved picture quality on some devices
The new codec, VP9, could offer better video resolution on some programs and channels.
WNBA, Scripps Sports ink deal for Friday games on Ion
The deal marks the first time Ion Network will offer nationally-televised sports programming.
DirecTV adds EarthxTV channel to satellite, streaming platforms
DirecTV has reached a distribution agreement with the environment-focused documentary channel EarthxTV, which is now available on satellite and streaming.
Xumo to debut new set-top box this year
The Xumo Stream Box will be offered to Comcast's broadband Internet customers first, according to a report.
Paramount files countersuit against WBD over ‘South Park’ rights
Paramount has counter-sued Warner Bros Discovery, alleging the media company hasn't paid $50 million in licensing rights for "South Park."
YouTube TV clarifies features, limitations for NFL Sunday Ticket
NFL Sunday Ticket will allow two streams at one time and include a multi-screen feature that allows watching several games from one device.
Philo adds USA Today Channel
The channel is available in the "Free channels" section, which requires a subscription.
Frndly TV launches on Vizio smart TV sets
The $7 a month service is now available to millions of Vizio TV users without a separate streaming device.
Amazon apps to distribute Fox local news feeds
Local news feeds from Fox TV stations are now available on the Amazon News app and on Amazon Echo Show smart displays.
OutKick sees viewership surge in March, outpacing competitors
The sports and pop culture brand saw more than 52 million minutes of content streamed in March, a year-over-year increase of 152 percent. [EXCLUSIVE]
Netflix grows subscribers, misses on revenue
A crackdown on password sharing in Latin America caused Netflix to lose paid customer relationships there.
Netflix pulling out of DVD rental market
Netflix is ending its DVD-by-mail rental business after nearly 25 years, the company affirmed on Tuesday.