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YouTube to stream Academy Awards starting in 2029
YouTube has secured the exclusive global streaming rights to the Academy Awards under a new multi-year deal starting in 2029.
Howard Stern renews SiriusXM contract through 2028
The renewal is Stern’s shortest contract with the company since joining satellite radio in 2006.
Google, Disney reach deal to restore Movies Anywhere partnership
Google and Disney are working together to reintegrate the Google Play Store and YouTube into the Movies Anywhere initiative.
Nexstar CEO says Trump, Congress favor broadcast deregulation
Nexstar CEO Perry Sook said he expects support from the Trump administration for the company’s $6.2 billion proposed merger with TEGNA.
Second Circuit allows DIRECTV lawsuit against Nexstar to proceed
The decision allows DIRECTV to move forward with claims of improper collusion against Nexstar over its handling of retransmission consent negotiations for White Knight and Mission stations.
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Texas sues LG, other smart TV makers over personalized advertising
The lawsuits claim automated content recognition tracks everything displayed on smart TVs without clear consumer disclosure.
Kari Lake says USAGM to vacate studios, relocate to NASA building
USAGM will vacate its Washington, D.C. headquarters and relocate to a NASA-used building under cost-cutting ordered by President Trump.
EXCLUSIVE
Apple brings Google Cast support to Android version of Apple TV app
Apple is hoping to draw more interest in its Apple TV streaming video service by supporting a cornerstone casting protocol commonly found on Android phones and tablets.
Fox affiliation moves to Sinclair-owned station in Chico-Redding
Broadcast television viewers in two Northern California markets are having to switch stations to watch national network programming from Fox.
Netflix taps Dani Dudeck as Chief Communications Officer
Her appointment comes as Netflix navigates a potentially transformative period tied to its proposed acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Ampere: Holidays shoppers flock to streaming deals, but churn remains a problem
Ampere found most holiday-acquired subscribers cancel a service quickly, with few retaining customers long-term.
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MAD Project targets FCC license of Fox News satellite truck
Two years after challenging the license of a Fox-owned TV station, the MAD Project is now asking the FCC to revoke a license associated with a Fox News satellite truck.
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