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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.
Comcast’s Sky sues WBD over long-term TV deal
The deal, set to expire next year, dates back to 2011, allowing Sky to distribute HBO and other WBD-owned shows and movies on Sky Atlantic.
Disney implements fresh round of layoffs, affecting 300
Disney has started a fresh round of layoffs that will impact around 300 workers at the entertainment giant's corporate operations.
Paramount may drop Nielsen ratings in October, report says
Paramount will use measurement data from VideoAmp from October 1 if their contract with Nielsen is not renewed.
Gracenote, Amagi partner on FAST elements for content publishers
Content partners can now access select Gracenote products through Amagi’s channel creation solution.
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Nielsen (press release)
Fubo throws shade at YouTube TV, announces multiview on Roku
The mosaic feature is rolling out to Roku Ultra users, and will launch on other Roku devices in the coming weeks, the company said.