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Judge delays sentencing of Fox Leaks co-conspirator
Marco Gaudino admitted to helping journalist Timothy Burke trespass into computer systems used by Fox News and others.
Spotify faces class-action lawsuit over plans to disable “Car Thing”
Three Spotify subscribers are suing the streaming audio service over its plan to disable "Car Thing," a companion hardware product.
Philo adds five new FAST channels to service
Philo has added five new free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels to its budget streaming video platform.
Lionsgate FAST channel will be measured by Nielsen
The deal comes at a time when more consumers are opting for FAST services and channels to fulfill their entertainment needs.
Max rolls out price increase on ad-free tiers of service
The cost of Max without ads climbs to $17 per month, while the premium version of Max is now priced at $21 per month.
Astound Broadband launches low-cost Internet service
The product, called Internet First, is aimed at low-income households and requires proof of government assistance to enroll.
Washington Post to launch newsroom focused on social platforms
The Washington Post is launching a new digital newsroom that aims to reach consumers on non-traditional platforms.
Paramount, Skydance reach agreement on merger framework
Paramount and Skydance Media have agreed to a framework for a proposed merger that could be announced in the coming days.
Spotify to raise prices on Premium, Duo and Family plans
Streaming audio service Spotify will increase its monthly price to $12, marking the second price adjustment in less than a year.
Disney, Comcast still too far apart on Hulu’s valuation
Disney and Comcast hired investment banks to determine the valuation of Hulu and how much Disney owes to buy out Comcast's stake in the service.
WBD CEO says company still interested in NBA games for TNT
WBD CEO David Zaslav says TNT wants to remain a global leader in sports, but needs to pursue rights deals that make solid financial sense.
FilmRise leans on CFO Johnny Holden for growth strategy
FilmRise is expanding the role of its chief financial executive to include growth strategy initiatives.