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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.
Four years in, free streamer Fox Weather evolves into public safety resource
With wide distribution and a commitment to free, live coverage, the channel has become a trusted source before, during and long after climate emergencies.
EXCLUSIVE
Televisa-Univision revenue slips 3 percent during Q3
Ongoing advertising softness contributed to lower overall revenue, but streaming remains a bright point.
EARNINGS REPORT
Amazon gets global rights to Black Friday NFL game
The game between the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles will stream exclusively on Prime Video.
DIRECTV for Business expands soccer access with UEFA Champions League
DIRECTV for Business is expanding the amount of live soccer games offered on its platform with the addition of UEFA Champions League matches.
Report: Apple, Amazon interested in acquiring Warner Bros Discovery
WBD is receiving unsolicited offers from a number of companies interested in acquiring some or all of its entertainment business.
Verizon offers Fox One discount to phone, Internet customers
Customers can save $5 per month by adding Fox One with an eligible Verizon plan.
Netflix grows revenue during Q3 on strong subscription, ad sales
Revenue climbed to $11.51 billion, up 17 percent compared to last year.
EARNINGS REPORT
LG partners with Stingray on free streaming radio channels
LG is partnering with Stingray Music to expand its free LG Radio+ streaming service, the companies announced on Tuesday.
UEFA joins anti-piracy group ACE
The partnership expands ACE’s Live Tier to target illegal sports streaming in real time; UEFA says protecting media rights is vital to sustaining professional and grassroots sports.
Nielsen: Football lifts broadcast TV viewership in September
Broadcast and cable networks — and some streaming platforms — were boosted by the start of regular-season NFL games.
THE GAUGE
WBD raises price of HBO Max streaming plans
The price hike comes as HBO Max is set to lose a live CNN feed next month and TNT Sports next year.
Warner Bros Discovery explores possible sale after multiple unsolicited offers
Warner Bros Discovery is exploring a possible sale after receiving interest from multiple potential buyers, the company announced Tuesday.