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Spectrum promotes Dave Rodrian to SVP, Connectivity Products
Rodrian previously led Spectrum's Wi-Fi and Internet product teams; his promotion comes as long-time senior leader Carl Leuschner is set to retire.
Viewpoint: At NAB Show, AI moves from hype to newsroom reality
Artificial intelligence was on everyone's mind at NAB Show this year; vendors took that opportunity to pitch their various AI-powered broadcast solutions.
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Kirk Varner
OPINION
Google brings photo remixing, YouTube Shorts to Google TV platform
Google is expanding the capabilities of its Google TV platform with a slate of new features that emphasize personalization and generative AI capabilities.
Roku says memory shortage could improve OS business
More TV manufacturers may adopt Roku OS as costs of core components like memory and storage remain high, executives told investors this week.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Roku grows platform revenue to $1.13 billion during Q1
Roku kicked off the first three months of the year with a solid start, with the streaming company growing its subscription and advertising revenue to earn more than $1 billion during Q1.
EARNINGS REPORT
YouTube grows Q1 ad revenue to $9.9 billion
YouTube's growth was fueled by stronger advertising spend and a higher uptake in premium subscriptions across its streaming ecosystem.
EARNINGS REPORT
CW Network strikes content distribution pacts with ESPN, Roku
The CW Network will offer its shows through The Roku Channel and live sports through ESPN Unlimited this year.
Peacock rolls out on Roku Channel, coming soon to YouTube Primetime Channels
NBC Universal is now selling subscriptions to Peacock through The Roku Channel's Premium Subscriptions platform, the companies announced on Tuesday.
Philo names Tom Tidgwell as CFO, Laura Dechant to COO role
Philo has elevated two executives to new roles — Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer — as the company continues executing on its growth strategy.
Verizon CEO: Giving customers free handsets doesn’t solve all problems
The company saw an uptick in postpaid and prepaid phone additions during Q1 as it improves the customer relationship and service experience across the board.
EARNINGS REPORT
Roku launches new Roku Curate solution for connected TV ad buyers
The offering aims to simplify campaign execution by reducing fragmentation and complexity in the connected TV marketplace.
Nielsen launches Predictive Sales Lift for advertising campaigns
The tool provides an always-on measurement layer, offering faster and more cost-effective insights than traditional studies.