Streaming
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.
Canela Media hires José Molina to serve as Chief Financial Officer
Canela Media has appointed José Molina as CFO, tapping the veteran Hispanic media executive to help drive financial strategy amid rapid growth in streaming and advertiser data solutions.
Cindy Holland to take over Paramount Streaming from Tom Ryan
Tom Ryan is stepping down as CEO of Paramount Streaming as Skydance finalizes its merger. Cindy Holland, former Netflix exec, will lead Paramount Plus and Pluto TV in the new structure under David Ellison’s leadership.
HBO Max offers sampling of Britbox comedies, dramas
HBO Max is adding a sampling of Britbox comedies and dramas as part of a limited-run promotion of the British streaming service.
Frndly TV becomes default app on new Roku devices
Frndly TV now comes pre-installed on new Roku devices and is integrated into Roku's Live TV guide, boosting its visibility to users.
Report: ESPN reaches deal to acquire NFL Network, NFL Redzone
The National Football League has inked an agreement to sell NFL Media, NFL RedZone and NFL Network to ESPN, according to a report.
HBO Max to pull “South Park” on August 5
From that day forward, Paramount Plus will be the exclusive home of the hit Comedy Central adult animated sitcom.
Blue Ant Media finalizes reverse takeover, plans stock exchange listing under new symbol
Blue Ant Media has completed its previously announced reverse takeover and plans to list on the Toronto Stock Exchange under a new ticker symbol.
Echostar continues to lose Dish, Sling TV subscribers during Q2
The company saw positive signs in ARPU and churn rates associated with its pay TV business.
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DirecTV satellite plans to include access to streaming apps
Services like HBO Max and Peacock will be included in DirecTV's satellite and streaming TV plans by the end of the year.
Amazon ad revenue helps boost profit during Q2
Amazon's advertising business was one of many bright spots in the company's second quarter (Q2) earnings report released on Thursday.
Origin hires Michael Rosen, opens New York City office
Both moves are intended to help Origin scale its operations and better serve its clients and partners.
Paramount posts profitable Q2, streaming business earns $2.2 billion
The company's direct-to-consumer media apps offset declines in its traditional linear broadcast and cable networks business.
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