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Comcast launches Now TV budget streaming service
Comcast is taking on Philo and Frndly TV with a new budget streamer aimed at cord-cutters who want live TV without breaking the bank.
Car prices could jump if AM radio bill goes through, CTA says
The CTA - best known for its annual CES show in Las Vegas — says car prices could go up if lawmakers continue to push for AM radio.
New Verizon plans to offer discounts to teachers, first responders
Nurses and members of the military can also get single-line and multi-line discounts on Verizon's new My Plan service tiers.
FCC threatens fines against man for using cameras on T-Mobile frequencies
The FCC says a Pennsylvania man repeatedly used surveillance cameras that interfered with T-Mobile's network, even after being asked not to.
Cinedigm rebrands to Cineverse in bid to boost stock price
Executives at Cinedigm said the firm is rebranding to Cineverse as it steers away from theater technology with an eye toward streaming as the core of its business.
YouTube apologizes for TNT glitch during NBA game
Officials at YouTube have apologized after a glitch left millions of streamers unable to watch Game 1 of the NBA's Eastern Conference Final on Wednesday.
Carmakers, streaming audio execs say AM radio bill is flawed
Critics say a proposal that would legally mandate AM radio reception in new cars is deeply flawed, and would set a dangerous standard for private industries.
Sam Zell, billionaire who bankrupted Tribune Company, dies
Over the years, Zell seemed unapologetic for running Tribune into the ground, which cost thousands of workers their jobs.
More than 100,000 register for free Telly set
More than 100,000 people have filled out an online form for a chance to score a free connected television set called Telly.
TNT goes down on YouTube TV during Miami Heat, Boston Celtics game
YouTube TV subscribers were unable to watch much of the NBA's Eastern Conference final between the Miami Heat and the Boston Celtics on Wednesday.
YouTube to introduce 30-second ads that can’t be skipped
The video platform appears to be taking a page from good, old-fashioned broadcast TV in an attempt to court more brands.
Lawmakers introduce bill to keep AM radio in cars
The proposal would require new vehicles, including electric cars, to have AM tuners or otherwise provide access to AM broadcast stations.