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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.
Fox says ad revenue from Tubi will exceed broadcast nets
Revenue from Fox's Tubi TV is expected to surpass that of its broadcast networks, an executive predicts.
Following Netflix, HBO Max will drop “Chappelle’s Show”
The removal comes at the request of comedian Dave Chappelle.
Senator urges streaming services to make content free
Angus King is urging Netflix, Amazon, Apple, Hulu, Disney Plus and HBO Max to make their content free over the Christmas holiday.
HBO Max rolls out to Comcast’s X1, Flex users
AT&T's blockbuster streaming service HBO Max is now available on Comcast's X1 and Flex set-top boxes.
Comcast’s Peacock adds lifestyle digital network NBC LX
Comcast's streaming service Peacock on Tuesday added NBC's streaming digital network LX, a lifestyle channel featuring long-form content.
Comcast to place most of “The Office” behind Peacock’s paywall in January
Fans of "The Office" will have to pay up if they want to see and replay every episode of the hit NBC sitcom when it leaves Netflix next month.
Apple kills show based on Gawker exploits
Tim Cook, Apple's chief executive, put an end to a television project that was based on the existence of Gawker Media.
Comcast will offer Disney Plus, ESPN Plus on X1, Flex devices
Comcast's X1 and Flex users will soon have access to Disney Plus and ESPN Plus.
Pirate streaming service will pay Dish Network $15 million
The operator of an illegal streaming television service has agreed to pay Dish Network more than $15 million for pirating and re-distributing its satellite signal.
YouTube TV gifts long-term subscribers free Chromecast with Google TV
YouTube TV is showing its appreciation for some long-time customers with an offer to grab a new Chromecast with Google TV for free.
Subscriber jump, fee increase revealed at Disney streaming presentation
Disney Plus, which now has more than 86 million subscribers, will go to $8 a month next year.
Disney to place some theatrical films on streaming service next year
Disney will debut a handful of theatrical films on its Disney Plus streaming service in 2021, according to a report.