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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.
Comscore: Fox News Digital tops CNN in July unique visitors
Fox News Digital drew 92.4 million unique visitors in July, surpassing CNN.com for the first time, and led all news brands in views, minutes and social engagement, according to Comscore.
USA Today to launch morning newscast on streaming channel
A new morning show called "Connecting America" will launch on USA Today's FAST channel, the company announced on Thursday.
MyFree DirecTV to add more NBC, Fox, WB content streams
NBC News Now, Dateline 24/7, Fox Sports and Sweet Escapes are coming to the platform over the next few days.
Paramount to keep BET Media, CEO David Ellison says
Paramount is no longer exploring a sale of BET Media, the company's new chief executive David Ellison told reporters on Wednesday.
Samsung TV Plus gets AI-powered makeover
A new home screen interface includes personalized content recommendations, and Samsung has overhauled the navigation of its FAST platform.
C15 Studio launches MotoGP channel on streaming platforms
C15 Studio has launched a new FAST channel dedicated to Grand Prix motorcycle racing, the company announced this week.
OTT Studio partners with Amagi for monetization of CTV inventory
OTT Studio has selected Amagi Ads Plus as its exclusive monetization partner for CTV ad inventory across its FAST channels and streaming apps.
Ampere: Streamers pull back on orders for scripted TV series
Scripted TV orders fell 24 percent during the first half of the year as platforms cut spending and shifted strategies amid economic turbulence.
Sky Sports to offer multiview during Sunday soccer matches
Sky Sports will air more than 215 Premier League matches this season and launch a multiview feature covering key moments from every game.
Bitmovin releases new SDK to accelerate video app launches
Bitmovin has released a new SDK that aims to cut down on the amount of time it takes for media publishers to build and launch their video apps.
Spectrum Reach partners with TVBeat to bring programmatic ads to linear channels
Ad buyers will have automation, targeting and measurement capabilities on linear channels just as they have on connected TV platforms and apps, the companies affirmed.
Samsung TV Plus adds TV5 Monde Chefs in France
Samsung's free streaming television service Samsung TV Plus has added a new culinary-focused channel to its platform in France.