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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.
Sling TV adds international news channels to free tier
Sling TV is making several international news channels available for free as interest in global affairs programming has jumped.
CNN unveils programming for upcoming streaming service
Shows by Kate Bolduan, Sara Sidner, Brian Stelter and Anderson Cooper will be among those debuting on CNN Plus.
CNN Plus sets late March date for debut
CNN Plus will not offer a live feed of the namesake cable television channel.
Discovery seeks to bundle, then merge, apps down the road
A Discovery executive said it will take "months" to offer a combined HBO Max-Discovery Plus service.
ViacomCBS shifts toward Paramount brand name
The international media company once known as ViacomCBS will be called Paramount Global going forward.
Tablo maker unveils new ATSC 3 hardware
The new hardware will be able to decode ATSC 3, or Next Gen TV, signals and costs $300.
YouTube TV to lower price if NBC channels dropped
YouTube TV says it reduce its subscription price if Comcast-owned channels are dropped.
Netflix tests limited free plan in Kenya
Netflix is allowing Kenyans to download their app on Android phones and stream a limited amount of content for free.
Roku debuts refreshed devices with rechargeable remote
Roku has released two new versions of its popular Streaming Stick Plus and Ultra devices.
Judge issues injunction against shutter streaming service Locast
The injunction allows Locast to appeal a judge's earlier ruling that found the service acted outside copyright exemptions.
Google will incorporate free linear channels into Google TV
Currently, only Google's own YouTube TV and Dish Network's Sling TV are supported by the "live" feature on Google TV devices.
Scripps says Newsy will hit 90 percent of broadcast market
Newsy will also offer a new content lineup when it relaunches on broadcast television in October.