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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.
Fox touts 147 million monthly users across local TV streams, digital platforms
During June, Fox Television Stations ranked first among local television groups in unique users and led the ABC, CBS and NBC owned-station groups in total minutes.
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European regulators offer conditional approval of Paramount-Warner Bros merger
The European Commission said the commitments resolve concerns that the combined company could coordinate film distribution with major rivals.
YouTube advertising revenue climbs to $11.1 billion during Q2
Ad revenue attributed to YouTube was up 13 percent compared to the prior year and 12 percent on a sequential basis, the report noted.
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Antenna: Nearly 3 million sign up for Fox One during FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup drove the increase, including about 400,000 sign-ups on the tournament’s opening day.
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Fresh Disney job cuts impact workers at ESPN, Pixar
Disney is eliminating several hundred positions across Pixar, National Geographic, ABC News, ESPN and other entertainment operations.
Audacy to bring sports talk, news stations to SiriusXM
Nearly four dozen Audacy sports and news stations are making their way to SiriusXM's platforms, with a handful of sports-focused stations coming to the traditional satellite service.
Sports Studio taps TheSoul Group to expand Free Live Sports on YouTube
The agreement expands Free Live Sports beyond its existing connected television distribution footprint, with a specific focus on YouTube.
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Judge issues restraining order blocking Paramount-WBD merger
The order follows a lawsuit filed by California Attorney General Rob Bonta and attorneys general from 11 other states.
Judge to issue ruling on injunction request in Paramount-Warner Bros merger case
Paramount offered to delay closing the transaction for 28 days while asking the court to hold preliminary injunction proceedings before the end of August.
Veritone renews Pac-12 video licensing agreement
The company will use its Commerce Digital Media Hub platform to organize, display and license Pac-12 content to third parties.
Senators express concerns over Fox Corporation’s bid for Roku
In a letter, the lawmakers argue the deal could reduce competition in free, ad-supported streaming and give Fox the ability to steer Roku users toward its own programming.
Netflix shares fall after mixed Q2 earnings, company to report fewer engagement metrics
Netflix continues to face intense scrutiny over perceived audience drops when hit shows face extended hiatus periods.
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