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Canela Media hires José Molina to serve as Chief Financial Officer
Canela Media has appointed José Molina as CFO, tapping the veteran Hispanic media executive to help drive financial strategy amid rapid growth in streaming and advertiser data solutions.
Cindy Holland to take over Paramount Streaming from Tom Ryan
Tom Ryan is stepping down as CEO of Paramount Streaming as Skydance finalizes its merger. Cindy Holland, former Netflix exec, will lead Paramount Plus and Pluto TV in the new structure under David Ellison’s leadership.
Scripps hires Sandy Padula to lead research, consumer insights
Scripps has hired Sandy Padula to serve in the role of Vice President and Head of Enterprise Research and Consumer Insights, starting immediately.
HBO Max offers sampling of Britbox comedies, dramas
HBO Max is adding a sampling of Britbox comedies and dramas as part of a limited-run promotion of the British streaming service.
Frndly TV becomes default app on new Roku devices
Frndly TV now comes pre-installed on new Roku devices and is integrated into Roku's Live TV guide, boosting its visibility to users.
Trump Media increases revenue, but losses widen during Q2
The company saw $2.3 million in positive cash flow, but logged a $20 million loss primarily related to legal expenses and other matters.
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Echostar continues to lose Dish, Sling TV subscribers during Q2
The company saw positive signs in ARPU and churn rates associated with its pay TV business.
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DirecTV satellite plans to include access to streaming apps
Services like HBO Max and Peacock will be included in DirecTV's satellite and streaming TV plans by the end of the year.
Amazon ad revenue helps boost profit during Q2
Amazon's advertising business was one of many bright spots in the company's second quarter (Q2) earnings report released on Thursday.
Gray Media promotes Eric Walters to serve as GM of duopoly in Louisiana
Gray Media has appointed Eric Walters as the General Manager of its duopoly in Monroe, Louisiana.
Origin hires Michael Rosen, opens New York City office
Both moves are intended to help Origin scale its operations and better serve its clients and partners.
Paramount posts profitable Q2, streaming business earns $2.2 billion
The company's direct-to-consumer media apps offset declines in its traditional linear broadcast and cable networks business.
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