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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.
ESPN to reprise “Manningcast” for fifth football season
The ManningCast will surpass 50 total episodes this year and has averaged 1.3 million viewers per telecast since its 2021 debut.
Dolby announces new Dolby Vision 2 standard
Dolby Laboratories has unveiled Dolby Vision 2, its next-generation picture quality technology for television and other entertainment devices, the company announced on Tuesday.
NFL says Nielsen measurement tools inadequate, but improving
The NFL has experimented with alternative measurement solutions that compete with Nielsen.
Walmart adds Peacock Premium to Walmart Plus membership
Streamers will have the option to choose between complementary access to Peacock Premium and Paramount Plus every 90 days.
John Malone wanted CNN, Fox News parent companies to merge
Merger talks were held in 2024, but no one could figure out how to make CNN and Fox News work together.
FCC rejects calls for cable-like regulatory fees on broadband providers
The FCC says it doesn't have the budget or the manpower to enforce new regulatory fees on other sectors.
One America News gets early launch on YouTube TV
Two channels owned by Herring Networks have made their way to YouTube TV a bit earlier than expected.
YouTube TV, Fox avert blackout with new distribution agreement
Fox and YouTube TV have reached a new deal that keeps Fox's broadcast and cable networks on the service for a few more years.
Gray Media to simulcast Dallas Stars games from Victory Plus
Gray Media will air 17 Dallas Stars games from Victory Plus across 15 markets in Texas, Arkansas and Louisiana during the 2025-26 season.
DirecTV streaming adds Weigel’s WCIU for Chicago subscribers
DirecTV's streaming subscribers in the Chicago area now have access to Weigel Broadcasting's independent station WCIU.
Amazon’s Prime Video to sell Peacock subscriptions
Peacock Premium Plus launches on Prime Video Channels on August 28 at $17 per month or $170 per year.
Fubo launches sports-only package at $56 per month
Fubo is returning to its sports roots with the launch of Fubo Sports, a new lower-cost streaming plan centered on live sports channels.