Technology
Articles involving technology companies, hardware, software and industry trends.
Fox made commitments to Justice Department to get Roku deal approved
The media giant agreed to keep certain data-related firewalls and third-party content on Roku's platform for at least 36 months.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Amazon ends Grubhub partnership, forges pact with Uber Eats
Customers can place food and grocery deliver orders fulfilled by Uber Eats through the Amazon app. Prime members will save on delivery fees based on the amount of their orders.
Fox Corporation completes $22 billion acquisition of Roku
Roku founder Anthony Wood joins Fox's board and becomes Co-Chair of Fox Digital Platforms alongside Paul Cheesbrough, who will serve as the division's CEO.
Lionsgate narrows loss to $15.5 million during fiscal Q2
The studio reported operating income of $29.1 million, reversing a $46 million operating loss during the prior-year quarter.
EARNINGS REPORT
Versant’s Fandango, Transmit partner on live sports advertising
The partnership allows advertisers to sponsor key moments during live matches without adding traditional commercial breaks.
Xperi revenue rises during Q3 as TiVo advertising business grows
TiVo One reached 6.8 million monthly active users, an increase of 40 percent from a year earlier, the company said.
EARNINGS REPORT
Delta Air Lines launches subscription marketplace for SkyMiles members
SkyMiles users can redeem unused miles for access to subscriptions like Fox One, Paramount Plus and the New York Times, with other apps coming soon.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Canva to lay off workers, require return to offices
Co-Founder and CEO Melanie Perkins said the restructuring follows the company's first significant slowdown in growth in a decade.
Sinclair raises earnings outlook amid record political ad spending during Q3
The company earned $437 million in overall advertising revenue, up 36 percent on account of a strong influx in political ad buys during Q3.
EARNINGS REPORT
Roku launches AI-powered advertising optimization tools
The streamer's newest advertising platform includes two tools: Roku Outcomes Amplify for household reach and Roku Outcomes Actions for advertiser-defined conversions.
Spectrum boosting download speeds for free during GTA VI launch
The most-anticipated video game of the decade is almost here — and Charter Communications has figured out a way to tap into that hype.
Spectrum Business launches Cisco-powered networking service
The offering, called Managed Cisco Secure Networking, allows businesses to securely manage their online infrastructure.