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.
Seth Rogen videogame documentary to premiere on CBS All Access
"Console Wars" illustrates the 1990s-era business battle between Nintendo and Sega.
Plex pulls plug on problematic platforms
The popular network streaming app is dropping support for older-model smart TVs and streaming devices that aren't compatible with certain security measures.
Cable agreements complicate plans for cheaper HBO Max
Executives at HBO are wrestling with how to launch a cheaper, ad-supported version of HBO Max without stepping on cable deals.
Fubo TV drops some CBS affiliates over dispute with Nexstar
Fubo has pulled a handful of Nexstar-owned CBS affiliates after its contract to carry the stations ended recently.
PBS rolls out free live stream of select member stations
PBS is rolling out free live streams of select member stations, including several local stations in California.
YouTube TV makes NFL Network, NFL RedZone available to subscribers
The NFL Network is included in YouTube TV's base subscription while NFL RedZone is available as a premium add-on with other sports networks.
Google pitches Philo to Fiber internet customers
Google has been directing its Fiber internet customers to streaming TV services since February.
YouTube TV to add NFL Network, sports package
YouTube TV will add the NFL Network and a handful of other sports channels in September.
Comcast shopping X1 platform to smart TV manufacturers, report says
Tech publication Protocol says Comcast executives have pitched TV makers about integrating the X1 platform directly into sets.
Roku executive downplays lack of HBO Max, Peacock on platform
A Roku executive has downplayed the absence of two well-known and much-anticipated streaming services on its platform.
Apple retires Beats 1 brand, launches two new radio stations
Apple is retiring the Beats 1 brand from its flagship streaming radio station and launching two new stations with different formats.
WWE Network programming comes to Comcast’s Peacock
Peacock is adding dozens of documentaries and compilation shows from sports entertainment juggernaut World Wrestling Entertainment.