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Local Now adds three new CBS News streams
"Entertainment Tonight," "60 Minutes FAST" and "Entertainment Tonight" have landed on the free, ad-supported streaming TV platform.
Sinclair’s NewsOn develops Apple Vision Pro news app
Sinclair and Mindgrub have launched an immersive streaming news app for the Apple Vision Pro, the companies announced on Tuesday.
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Sinclair, Inc. (press release)
CNN erects a paywall on its U.S.-based website
CNN will ask web visitors in the United States to pay $4 per month after reading a handful of articles for free, the company affirmed in a memo on Tuesday.
Philo rolls out brand refresh, new tagline
"A better way to TV" is core to the wallet-friendly streaming service's identity.
Disney says DirecTV misunderstood “clean slate” clause
The entertainment giant says the FCC should toss the pay TV provider's good faith complaint, because it involves a routine term to resolve and prevent litigation.
AT&T to sell remaining stake in DirecTV to private equity firm
The company expects to see an influx of cash to the tune of nearly $8 billion from the sale of its 70 percent stake in the pay TV business.
Fox Nation to debut faith-based shows under “Fox Faith” brand
Fox Nation will debut a new brand franchise called "Fox Faith," anchored by the debut of the second season of "God. Family. Football.", which will relocate from Amazon's Freevee.
DirecTV announces pending acquisition of Dish video business
The purchase includes the flagship satellite service Dish Network and streaming product Sling TV.
Newsom blocks measure requiring online public notices from newspapers
In his veto message, California's governor said he was concerned that the proposal would create financial burdens on smaller newspapers.
Cineverse brings “Yu-Gi-Oh!” FAST channel to LG Channels
Cineverse has brought its "Yu-Gi-Oh!" FAST channel to LG's free streaming platform LG Channels.
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Cineverse (press release)
Amagi, Whip media to streamline Electric Entertainment’s streaming strategies
Amagi and Whip Media are working with Electric Entertainment to enhance the content distribution strategies of Electric Now using data-driven solutions.
Scripps News exec Kate O’Brian to leave company
Her departure coincides with the winding down of the Scripps News brand as a national TV channel.