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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.
Comcast’s streaming service Peacock nets 15 million subscribers
Not bad for a service that launched less than six months ago.
Comcast exec confirms interest in putting X1 platform on smart TVs
The comments from Comcast's chief executive on Tuesday verified a report published last month by a business publication.
AT&T exec says he’s satisfied with HBO Max debut
John Stankey, the chief executive of WarnerMedia parent company AT&T, says he "couldn't be more pleased" with the way things are going at HBO Max.
Tablo offering free preview of commercial skip feature
The free trial is available to customers with an active program guide subscription unti the end of the month.
ViacomCBS to relaunch CBS All Access as Paramount Plus
CBS All Access, one of three direct-to-consumer streaming services offered by the company, will relaunch next year as Paramount Plus.
Philo discussing ways to bring AMC Plus to users, executive says
Responding to a question posed by a Redditor, Philo CEO Andrew McCollum says the budget streamer wants to bring customers AMC Plus.
Walmart begins selling TiVo-branded streaming dongle
Some Walmart stores across the country have started selling TiVo's Android-powered streaming television dongle, according to a tipster.
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.