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SiriusXM shareholders approve stock combinations
The plan calls for unifying two of Liberty Global's tracking stock with that of SiriusXM.
Disney to expand ad-supported tier across more European countries
Starting in October, streamers in three additional European territories will have the option of streaming Disney Plus content with ads.
Fubo debuts new FAST channel for Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship
Fubo has debuted a new free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel dedicated to a combat sport.
Google’s plan to fund California newsrooms draws scorn from journalism groups
While some executives are praising the move as helping to fund grassroots journalism, unions say they're disappointed that Google is getting an easy out after destroying the local news business model for years.
Skydance lawyers complain about Paramount’s evaluation of Bronfman’s bid
Attorneys for Skydance say Paramount's board committed a "material breach" of their transaction agreement by expanding the "go-shop" window from 45 days.
Charter begins offering Paramount Plus to Spectrum TV customers
Charter is now offering free access to the ad-supported tier of streaming service Paramount Plus to some subscribers of its Spectrum TV service.
Scripps working on Tablo device for broadband operators
Scripps is working on a version of its Tablo DVR that can support a pay TV package, with plans to distribute the device through broadband and cable operators.
TV5 Monde Plus integrates with Echostar’s Sling TV
Fans of French documentaries, TV series and films can now watch TV5 Monde Plus through Sling TV without a separate app.
Bronfman raises bid for Paramount, now offers $6 billion
The former Warner Music chairman has sweetened his offer for Paramount, which includes allowing non-voting shareholders to cash in their stock.
Disney board appoints James Gorman to lead group weighing CEO successor
Morgan Stanley's Executive Chairman James Gorman has been tapped to help lead the group looking for Disney CEO Bob Iger's future replacement.
OLED sees strong demand among TV, mobile device makers
Manufacturers of OLED screens are seeing a strong demand for the technology, according to a report.
Peacock grabs 2.8 million subscribers during first week of Olympics
Peacock managed to grab around 3 million new subscribers during the first week of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, according to Antenna.