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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.
Netflix sees revenue jump 12 percent in Q3; execs admit more work needed on engagement
Netflix said retention remained healthy across every region, with churn improving from a year earlier both globally and in the United States.
EARNINGS REPORT
C15 Studio inks FAST distribution deal with DIRECTV
Four sports channels from C15 Studio are now available to DIRECTV's streaming customers, including those who use MyFree DIRECTV.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Stingray inks deal with Samsung’s Harman to bring streaming app into marketplace
Streaming media company Stingray has expanded the distribution of its Stingray Music+ audio application through Harman's Ready Link Marketplace.
BBC cutting 100 news jobs, closing BBC Three, BBC Scotland
The two affected networks will continue to offer programming online; the job cuts at BBC News are part of a broader financial restructuring.
Ford, Lincoln vehicles to get white-label Stingray, TuneIn apps
The applications were developed in collaboration with Ford to provide an audio streaming experience designed specifically for the vehicles' infotainment systems
C-SPAN taps YouTube creators for Election Night coverage
The YouTube creators will host separate programs on C-SPAN 2 and C-SPAN 3, contributing to the network's commercial-free coverage on Election Night.
FIRST ON THE DESK
At Fox News Media, Sharri Berg never stops thinking about what’s next
One of Fox News' earliest employees, Sharri Berg has spent three decades bringing a startup mentality to innovative storytelling techniques that have influenced the television news industry.
ONLY ON THE DESK
Comcast hit with $213 million judgment after jury trial over patents
Comcast disputes its X1 platform violates a patent concerning the commingling of streaming and traditional TV channels within a single program guide.
BT relaunches premium TV service for broadband customers
The revamped BT TV is meant to serve as a supplement to the company's larger broadband offering, with access to broadcast and premium cable networks.
Netflix replaces Bela Bajaria with former Disney exec Peter Rice
Bajaria is leaving after a decade with the streaming service; Rice worked for Disney until 2022, where he oversaw television production operations.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Fox expands AI-powered linear TV ad buying with agencies
Fox says the platform has progressed from technical demonstrations to executing transactions for live advertising campaigns.
Report: YouTube explores audiobook service to compete with Spotify, Audible
It remains unclear whether the service would offer unlimited listening, a monthly listening allowance or individual audiobook purchases.